Behavioral Intake Specialist

Our promise to you:

Joining UChicago Medicine Advent Health is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. UChicago Medicine Advent Health is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team.

All while understanding that together we are even better.

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Benefits from Day One:
  Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off from Day One
• 403-B Retirement Plan
• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
• Career Development
• Whole Person Well-being Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support
• Pet Benefits

Schedule:

Full time

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Address:

120 N OAK ST

City:

HINSDALE

State:

Illinois

Postal Code:

60521

Job Description:

Locations: UChicago Medicine Advent Health Hinsdale Hospital, 120 N Oak Street, Hinsdale, IL and UChicago Medicine Advent Health Glen Oaks Hospital, 701 Winthrop Ave, Glendale Heights, IL

Schedule: 2 days per week at Hinsdale Hosp 9:30a-10p, 1 day per week at Glen Oaks Hosp 7a-7:30p;
Every 3rd weekend and holiday rotation

Responds to telephone inquiries from individuals seeking mental health care or information about mental health-related services. Admits patients to the hospital and registers outpatients with appropriate physician orders or transfers to another facility. Reviews all paperwork accompanying patients to ensure adherence to hospital and regulatory policies. Staffs a crisis hotline as needed. Assesses, plans, evaluates, and implements admissions for all Behavioral Health units according to department-specific criteria.

Reports findings to the provider for final disposition of each call. Facilitates both voluntary and involuntary admissions independently, acquiring all necessary consents and legal documents. Is knowledgeable of criteria for Medicare, Medicaid, Joint Commission / DNV, HMOs, and private insurance coverage for acute care services. Cooperates with and provides concurrent review information to insurance companies as requested or per contractual agreements Other duties as assigned.

Education:

• Bachelor’s [Required]

• Master’s [Preferred]

Work Experience:

• 2+ years of experience [Required]

Physical Requirements: (Please click the link below to view work requirements)

Physical Requirements –

Pay Range:

$25.65 – $52.00

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.

Category: Behavioral & Social Work Services

Organization: UChicago Medicine Advent Health Glen Oaks

Schedule: Full time

Shift: Day

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