INTAKE COUNSELOR 3p-11p

Intake Assesor for Admissions

Position Summary: As an active member of the Psychiatric Assessment Team, the Intake Clinician performs psychiatric assessments for incoming new patients. This position Coordinates all activities of the Admission process from the point of referral, handling initial patient assessment, completion of all paperwork, and transfer to assigned Nursing Unit.

Pinnacle Pointe (a UHS facility), is a 127 bed behavioral health hospital located in Little Rock, Arkansas. We are committed to helping children and teens age 4-17 and offer a full continuum of behavioral health services. We've designed our facility to serve the complex needs and interests of children, teens and their families, while providing security and comfort as they better themselves.

About Universal Health Services:

One of the nation's largest and most respected hospital companies, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Steadily growing from a startup to an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation, UHS today has annual revenue nearing $10 billion. In 2017, UHS was recognized as one of the World's Most Admired Companies by Fortune; ranked #276 on the Fortune 500, and listed #275 in Forbes inaugural ranking of America's Top 500 Public Companies. Our operating philosophy is as effective today as it was 40 years ago: Build or acquire high quality hospitals in rapidly growing markets, invest in the people and equipment needed to allow each facility to thrive, and become the leading healthcare provider in each community we serve. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has more than 86,000 employees and through its subsidiaries operates more than 320 acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities and ambulatory centers in the United States, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands and the United Kingdom.

Pinnacle Pointe Behavioral Healthcare System is always interested in dedicated behavioral health professionals who are passionate about providing quality care to kids and teens. If you're looking to grow your career, Pinnacle Pointe could be the right place for you.

Education: Licensed Practical Nurse, Registered Nurse or Master's Degree in social work, psychology, or mental health related field plus applicable licensure. RN/PN preferred.

Experience: A minimum of three (3) years direct clinical experience in a psychiatric or mental health setting, with direct experience in patient assessment, family motivation, treatment planning, and communication with external review organizations.

Additional Requirements: Completion of de-escalation training within 30 days of hire.

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