Intake Coordinator Preferably a License RN- PRN

Intake Coordinator - FT Night Shift (11pm-7am)

• Responds to all requests from individuals seeking behavioral health services.
• Works directly with professional referral sources, community members and prospective patients to complete an initial clinical screening consisting of medical, psychosocial, and mental health information.
• Collaborates with physicians and psychiatrists to determine recommendations for behavioral health services.
• Facilitates both voluntary and involuntary admissions for inpatient psychiatric care.
• Responsible for obtaining initial insurance authorization from insurance providers.
• Duties may be completed on site at Gateway Regional Medical Center and at affiliated facilities within the surrounding communities.
• Master's degree in counseling, psychology, social work, psychiatric nursing or related field OR a registered nurse licensed in the state of Illinois with previous behavioral health experience required.