Admissions Specialist

POSITION SUMMARY:

Conduct all initial registrations and/or evaluations for adolescents and adults seeking services at Porter Starke Services. Conduct crisis evaluations for adolescents and adults with mental health and substance abuse needs, when necessary.

BENEFITS:

• 401k w/ 20% match

• 11 paid holidays

• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

• Competitive wages

• Generous PTO

• Employee discounts (YMCA)

• Employee referral program

• HSA/FSA accounts

• Monthly student loan repayment up to $200

• Tuition assistance up to $5250

• Company paid life insurance

• Casual Fridays

• Work-life balance

• Employee Assistance Program

• Company recognition events

• Free health screenings yearly

JOB DUTIES:

• Prepares new client registration and intake for outpatient services and programs.
• Provides information and referrals to community services both in person and via the telephone.
• Complete thorough intake evaluations, triage assessments and registrations.
• Answer client phone calls.
• Understands Medicaid, Medicare, and commercial insurance programs in regards to coverage limitations and restrictions.
• Maintains and assures client confidentiality.
• Cross-train at all Admissions locations in the Porter-Starke network in order to provide support as needed as the various office locations, as deemed necessary by the Director of Acute Intensive Services.
• Completes electronic and paper medical record documentation as required.
• Provides crisis intervention services on-site or at contracted ED locations, when needed.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, or other related field from an accredited college or university.

• Mental health experience preferred, but not required.

• CPR certification is required, Porter-Starke can provide if needed.

Learn more about Porter-Starke Services, Inc. and other job opportunities by visiting our website: https://www.porterstarke.org