Intake Specialist – PRN Position Available In St. John the Baptist, Louisiana

Intake Specialist – PRN 2.9 2.9 out of 5 stars 500 Rue De Sante, Laplace, LA 70068 We are actively seeking an Intake Specialist with

LPN/RN/CSW

credentials to join our excellent team! Acadia Healthcare-River Place Behavioral Health, a service of Ochsner Health System, provides state-of-the-art psychiatric care for adults who are struggling with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and other mental health concerns. As an Intake Specialist at River Place you will participate in the development and implementation of patients’ treatment plan by: Reviewing prospective admissions against approved admission criteria, policies and procedures. Initiating contact to gather required clinical and demographic data from patient and other sources. Responding promptly to inquiry calls. Scheduling assessments. Conducting pre-admission assessments. Assisting prospective patients and significant others in seeking treatment. Referring inquiries to other agencies and community resources when not appropriate for facility assistance or admission. Coordinating with referral sources. Coordinating transportation arrangements for patients. Maintaining efficient, positive customer service attitude towards patients, their families and co-workers while being responsive to customer needs.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

One year of experience in the field of Behavioral Health highly preferred Must hold an active and unencumbered license as a RN, LPN, LPC, PLPC, CSW, LCSW, or LMSW Experience Preferred One-year experience in healthcare admissions, preferably in the mental health or substance abuse field.

Licenses & Certifications Preferred Lic Practical Nurse Lic Master’s Social Wkr Lic Prof Counselor Reg Nurse Behaviors Preferred Loyal:

Shows firm and constant support to a cause

Enthusiastic:

Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest

Detail Oriented:

Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Team Player:

Works well as a member of a group

Innovative:

Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking

Dedicated:

Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Motivations Preferred Flexibility:

Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals

Growth Opportunities:

Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility

Goal Completion:

Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks

Self-Starter:

Inspired to perform without outside help Ability to Make an

Impact:

Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.