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Behavioral Innovations

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Addison, TX · Hybrid

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Behavioral Innovations

Intake Advocate

Addison, TX · Hybrid

$36K - $41K/yr

Client Intake Advocate Behavioral Innovations is seeking an Intake Advocate who can support ... Track and document every stage of the client journey using our CRM and Electronic Health Record ...

Behavioral Innovations

Intake Advocate

Addison, TX · Hybrid

$36K - $41K/yr

Client Intake Advocate Behavioral Innovations is seeking an Intake Advocate who can support ... Track and document every stage of the client journey using our CRM and Electronic Health Record ...

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AspectBehavioral Intake Optum HealthBehavioral Health Technician
CredentialsTypically requires a bachelor's degree in psychology, social work, or related fieldOften requires a high school diploma or associate degree, with some roles requiring certification
Work EnvironmentClinical settings, hospitals, outpatient clinics, telehealthHospitals, clinics, residential facilities, community programs
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by healthcare providers like Optum Health, insurance companies, and mental health agenciesCommon in mental health facilities, hospitals, and community health organizations

Behavioral Intake Optum Health professionals focus on initial assessments and coordinating care, often requiring higher education. Behavioral Health Technicians provide direct support and assistance to clients, typically with less formal education. Both roles are vital in mental health services but differ in responsibilities and qualifications.

Intake Coordinator - Behavioral Health

Memorial Health System of Southwest Oklahoma

Lawton, OK • On-site

Other

Posted 16 days ago

Job description

Must be over 21 and pass an Oklahoma DHS background check.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Behavioral Health UR/Intake Coordinator is a member of the interdisciplinary team who attends and

participates in treatment planning and in all staff meetings. The UR/Intake Coordinator answers intake calls

and determines the disposition of the patient according to the clinical criteria and directs the caller to the

appropriate services. The Behavioral Health UR/Intake Coordinator performs face- to-face assessments in the ED, the Behavioral Health Center, and nursing homes, establishes clinical criteria, obtains insurance pre-certification and facilitates transfer to SWBHC, or other facility or out-patient services as determined by the physician. The Behavioral Health UR/Intake Coordinator is responsible for obtaining authorizations for admission and continued stay for assigned patients. Must possess ability to

effectively screen. Must have knowledge of EMTALA, JCAHO and CMS standards and the ability to follow

oral and written instructions.

Service Excellence:

Participates in the Hospital's Service Excellence Program designed to improve patient care, employee and physician satisfaction. Participation includes knowledge of HCAHPS (Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Systems and Providers, which measures patient's perceptions of care received and Core Measure Set, which measures performance of patients', care based on medical research.

EDUCATION:

Associates or Bachelors degree or 3 years MHT experience.


Minimum Bachelor's Degree or 3 years experience as a MHT II.

TASKS:

Assessment and documentation of patients for possible admission to the behavioral health center

Obtaining insurance authorization for inpatient admissions

Documentation in APS Careconnections Program

Reviewing and reporting clinical information to the patient's insurance company for continued stay authorizations

Communicating between other hospital departments and on site physicians during any psychiatric consults

Making appropriate referrals for assessed patients that do not meet admission criteria

Communicating the appropriate procedures to potential patients during inquiry calls

Promotes customer service (Patients, Families, Visitors, Employees, Physicians)

Other duties as assigned

Apply physical intervention techniques as a last resort to prevent harm to patients and/or staff

SKILLS:

Critical Thinking: Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative

solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems

Active Listening: Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the

points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times

Time Management: Managing one's own time

Service Orientation: Actively looking for ways to help people

Monitoring: Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action

Social Perceptiveness: Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do

Instructing: Teaching others how to do something

Teamwork: Employee working collaboratively

EQUIPMENT LISTING:

1. Computer

2. Fax Machine

3. Copier

4. Telephone System

5. AED

6. Shredder

LICENSE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATON

BLS within first week of hire

First Aid within 30 days of hire

MAB within 30 days of hire

EDUCATION:

EXPERIENCE:

Previous experience in Intake and/or UR is preferred.

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