Universal Health Services, Inc.
MGR- ASSESSMENT/REFERRAL- (BH)
Universal Health Services, Inc., Olive Branch, Mississippi, United States, 38654
Assistant Director of Assessment & Referral
Full-time
Monday through Friday, 3:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
About Parkwood Behavioral Health System Parkwood Behavioral Health System provides behavioral health and chemical dependency services to the Mid‑South region and has been in business since 1987. We are located in Desoto County, in the northwest corner of Mississippi and approximately 7 miles south of Memphis.
As treatment options and patient care innovations have continued to become available we strive to provide the highest level of quality care to our patients. At Parkwood, our caring staff focuses on providing compassionate care to meet the needs of individuals, families and communities.
We offer a full continuum of care that provides treatment options to meet the individual needs of adults, adolescents and children. Parkwood Behavioral Health System includes a 148‑bed inpatient acute and residential care facility, as well as partial hospitalization and intensive outpatient programs.
For more information about Parkwood Behavioral Health System, please visit https://parkwoodbhs.com/.
Responsibilities Under the direction of the Director of Assessment and Referral, the Assistant Director of Assessment and Referral assures smooth and orderly admissions into the hospital. Receives incoming admission inquiry calls, assesses patients for admission, and makes appropriate referrals. The Assistant Director also participates in staff evaluation, shift leadership, and provides task assignment and accountability necessary to complete all admissions related duties for their shift.
Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to demonstrate competency in the criteria listed in this job description.
Education:
Master’s Degree required in Psychology, Sociology or related field.
Experience:
Two (2) years’ experience clinical experience in a psychiatric setting. Prior management experience preferred.
Licensure/Certification:
LCSW, LMSW or LPC preferred. CPR Certification required.
Knowledge:
Prefer knowledge of recruitment, selection, benefits, employment law, worker’s compensation, compensation, employee relations. Advanced computer skills required.
Benefit Highlights
Challenging and rewarding work environment
Career development opportunities within UHS and its Subsidiaries
Competitive Compensation
Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan
401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
Generous Paid Time Off
EEO Statement All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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Monday through Friday, 3:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
About Parkwood Behavioral Health System Parkwood Behavioral Health System provides behavioral health and chemical dependency services to the Mid‑South region and has been in business since 1987. We are located in Desoto County, in the northwest corner of Mississippi and approximately 7 miles south of Memphis.
As treatment options and patient care innovations have continued to become available we strive to provide the highest level of quality care to our patients. At Parkwood, our caring staff focuses on providing compassionate care to meet the needs of individuals, families and communities.
We offer a full continuum of care that provides treatment options to meet the individual needs of adults, adolescents and children. Parkwood Behavioral Health System includes a 148‑bed inpatient acute and residential care facility, as well as partial hospitalization and intensive outpatient programs.
For more information about Parkwood Behavioral Health System, please visit https://parkwoodbhs.com/.
Responsibilities Under the direction of the Director of Assessment and Referral, the Assistant Director of Assessment and Referral assures smooth and orderly admissions into the hospital. Receives incoming admission inquiry calls, assesses patients for admission, and makes appropriate referrals. The Assistant Director also participates in staff evaluation, shift leadership, and provides task assignment and accountability necessary to complete all admissions related duties for their shift.
Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to demonstrate competency in the criteria listed in this job description.
Education:
Master’s Degree required in Psychology, Sociology or related field.
Experience:
Two (2) years’ experience clinical experience in a psychiatric setting. Prior management experience preferred.
Licensure/Certification:
LCSW, LMSW or LPC preferred. CPR Certification required.
Knowledge:
Prefer knowledge of recruitment, selection, benefits, employment law, worker’s compensation, compensation, employee relations. Advanced computer skills required.
Benefit Highlights
Challenging and rewarding work environment
Career development opportunities within UHS and its Subsidiaries
Competitive Compensation
Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan
401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
Generous Paid Time Off
EEO Statement All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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