Admissions Coordinator Jobs

At Discovery Behavioral Health, we know the best way to predict the future of healthcare is to create it. As a member of our growing team, you will have a voice in the creation of life-changing programs and treatment centers nationwide. Working collaboratively with the best and the brightest in our industry, you will be part of an innovative team of professionals committed to generating positive and remarkable outcomes for the clients we serve. If you are looking for an organization that thrives on growth, celebrates diversity of thought, and rewards passionate execution, you’ve come to the right place. Because we put clients first, it is our honor to support and reward those who serve them.

Our Offer to You!

We are dedicated to empowering our teammates with their professional and personal development by providing:

• Vacation and sick days
• Weekly training opportunities
• 401(k) with company match
• Continuing education (CE) programs and training
• Employee discounts to various stores, amusement parks, events, etc.
• Healthcare benefits
• Employee referral program
• Advancement opportunities within the organization

Compensation Range: $25-29/hr

Compensation will be dependent upon geographic region, education, and experience

An Admission Coordinator must demonstrate a personal dedication toward finding an appropriate placement for our prospective clients. With an emphasis on quality and urgency, an Admissions Coordinator is expected to communicate seamlessly with clients, families, providers, and internal staff to ensure our prospective clients receive timely access to care. This position requires a thorough understanding of the facility’s treatment program and philosophy and a working knowledge of various aspects of chemical dependency and behavioral health. This individual must have the ability to understand and perform the facility’s inquiry and admission process, work flexible hours, demonstrate knowledge of substance abuse and work with prospective clients and families to promote admission into the facility.

Responsibilities

• Arrive on time and work the duration of their scheduled shifts. Coordinators must also be willing to work outside of normal business hours, and on-call, when needed.

• Ability to work as an active team member at all times
• Demonstrate active listening skills
• Meet or exceed Department expectations regarding KPIs
• Demonstrate a willingness to learn
• Verifies insurance benefits and completes necessary documentation
• Ability to discuss and explain insurance benefits to patients and their family.
• Flexibility to perform Admissions responsibilities with all services offered by DBH
• Able to effectively communicate the features, advantages, and benefits of the program
• Make daily contact and prompt follow-up with all active cases
• Provide an estimate of financial responsibility to the patient and their family.
• Ability to problem solve from a solution-based place
• Evaluates own performance and sees an opportunity for growth
• Adheres to facility confidentiality policies and procedures.
• Ability to manage and prioritize daily work within acceptable departmental time frames
• Ability to maintain a professional demeanor, always. An Admission Coordinator is generally the first contact with Discovery and must uphold a high standard of communication, behavior, and attitude when communicating with clients and other professionals.
• Participates in continuing education program conducted by the facility
• Exemplary interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with clients, referrals, and other internal staff.
• Speak clearly, concisely, and with passion about DBH service offerings
• Knowledge and ability to work with designated software platforms
• Convey authentic empathy and compassion through words and tone of voice
• Provides detailed assessments on prospective clients which assures the client is an appropriate admission to the facility.
• Reports impending admissions to all necessary departments

This is a full-time position

• Ability to complete accurate charting
• Knowledge and understanding of addiction recovery programs
• Be able to maintain professionalism in stressful situations
• Ability to communicate effectively with clients, families and staff.
• Ability to maintain appropriate boundaries with clients.
• Previous experience working in the addiction treatment field preferred
• Must have compassion and empathy towards patients and family members.
• Hardworking, detail-oriented and highly motivated to learn new skills
• Computer competence in Microsoft Office.
• Must have strong written and verbal communication skills
• Must demonstrate efficiency, time management, and multitasking skills
• Must have a working knowledge of psychopathology; diagnostic assessment; eating disorders, dual diagnosis or co-occurring disorders; addiction treatment; medications and residential treatment practices and be capable and willing to expand knowledge
• Working knowledge of (EMR) Electronic Medical Record and (CRM) Customer Relationship Management Software programs recommended.
• Specialized training or working knowledge in chemical dependency treatment preferred

We are proud to be an EEO employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, or national origin.

For more information about our company benefits, please visit us at discoverybehavioralhealth.com/careers/

Discovery Behavioral Health seeks to build a diverse staff that is reflective of the patients we serve and the communities where we work. DBH encourages multiple perspectives, experiences, and strives to hire and retain a diverse workforce.