Admissions Coordinator- LMSW, LCSW, LAC, LPC

Under the direction of the Director Inpatient Behavioral Health Programs, this position is responsible for responding to inquiry calls from patients, family members, referral sources and facilitating an appropriate disposition which may include admission to the inpatient psychiatric program at Valleywise Health or referral to other programs and services. The position works closely with nursing, physicians, patient registration, legal services and payor representatives.

Qualifications:

Education:

• Requires a masters Degree in Social Work or related field.

Experience:

• Must have a minimum of two (2) years of progressively responsible experience as a social worker in a behavioral health facility that demonstrates an understanding of the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

Specialized Training:

• None.

Certification/Licensure:

• Must have and maintain licensure by the Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners as either a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Associate Counselor (LAC) or Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC).

Knoweldge, Skills & Abilities:

• Requires the ability to read, write and speak effectively in English.
• Must be familiar with inpatient behavioral health admission criteria, the court ordered process for mental health treatment in the State of Arizona.
• Strong knowledge of community behavioral health resources is needed.
• Pursuant to Arizona Administrative Code R9-10-306 CHAPTER 10 of the Dept. of Health Services, personnel must be at least 21 years of age, or at least 18 years of age and licensed or certified under A.R.S. Title 32, and providing services within the personnel members scope of practice.