Intake Counselor - Day
Job Description
About the Role
Join UHS as a Intake Counselor – Day Shift in United States.
Key Responsibilities
- 20 (Exit 61) and I
- 26 (Exit 110) in West Columbia, SC, our team of 300+ high quality employees describe working here as " family atmosphere," "supportive leadership," and "life
Requirements
- Job Requirements: Masters degree in Psychology, Counseling or Social Work OR ADN/BSN and current SC RN License.
- Prior intake, assessment, admission and crisis intervention experience with a psychiatric mental health population, preferably in an inpatient setting.
- Understanding of EMTALA guidelines, HIPAA regulations, and third-party payer knowledge preferred.
Benefits & Compensation
- 401(k) with employer match.
Work Schedule
- Full-Time position.
- Day shift only - no nights.
This position offers day shifts only. Work with UHS in United States.
Key Skills
Position Insights
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Intake Counselor - Day at UHS a 6.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 35% of all Behavioral Health physician listings evaluated on our platform.
This score reflects a generally positive work environment with some areas for improvement. Clinicians should evaluate scheduling and workload expectations carefully.
Behavioral Health — Physician Career Context
This Behavioral Health position at UHS is open to physician candidates.
Physicians (MD/DO) are in high demand across healthcare settings, with growing interest in positions that offer sustainable schedules and reduced administrative burden.
Location & Logistics
This position is based in West Columbia, South Carolina.
Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits
Key skills and qualifications: Confidentiality, Communication, Crisis Intervention, Documentation, Triage, Insurance Precertification, Computer Entry, Data Analysis. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Behavioral Health role.
Core responsibilities: This role serves as the initial contact for referrals and prospective patients to schedule assessments or admissions, thoroughly completing required assessment tools for all clients. Key duties include assisting clients with admission or referral to appropriate services, documenting findings, perfor...
Benefits package: Career Development, Competitive Compensation, Generous Paid Time Off, Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans, Employee Assistance Program, 401(K) with company match, Discounted Stock Plan, Pet Insurance. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.
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Job Details
Employment Type
Full-time
Posted
8d ago
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