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• Perimeter Behavioral of Springfield is one of the premier behavioral health hospitals providing inpatient psychiatric treatment for children and teenagers.
• Comprehensive care is designed for the individual, not the diagnosis.
• Perimeter Behavioral of Springfield is daily committed to improving patients’ lives by using a patient centered collaborative approach to provide high quality care addressing both the mental health and physical wellbeing of our patients.
• Join our team today!
• Role Overview: As an Intake Clinician/RN at Perimeter Behavioral Health, you'll serve as a crucial first point of contact for individuals seeking mental health services.
• This role combines clinical expertise with compassionate customer service to ensure patients receive appropriate care recommendations and support during the admission process.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Assessment  Conduct comprehensive intake interviews to determine appropriate levels of care  Assess psychosocial and emotional status across diverse age groups  Utilize knowledge of developmental stages and special needs across the lifespan  Apply cultural, spiritual, and social awareness in healthcare delivery  Implement crisis intervention techniques when necessary

Care Coordination

 Serve as primary liaison between clients and treatment teams  Coordinate with insurance providers for verification  Facilitate communication between clinical staff, nursing team, and business office  Monitor and follow up with referral sources  Maintain detailed documentation of all interactions and assessments

Program Management

 Handle high-volume inquiries and walk-in assessments  Manage intake appointments and referral processes  Organize and analyze data for referral development  Problem-solve complex situations with a positive approach  Demonstrate self-direction and initiative in daily operations

Required Qualifications

 Master's degree in Behavioral Health field OR Missouri/ Compact RN license  Knowledge of behavioral health theory and practice  Understanding of legal and ethical issues in patient care  Proficiency with computer systems and Windows-based software  Strong knowledge of insurance systems, including PPOs and Managed Care Preferred Experience  1+ year experience in inpatient behavioral health setting  Background in clinical assessment and treatment  Familiarity with community/regional mental health resources  Experience with statistical analysis and data management  Track record of excellence in customer service Professional Competencies  Strong clinical judgment and assessment skills  Excellence in written and verbal communication  Ability to work both independently and as part of a team  Cultural competency and sensitivity  Commitment to continuous learning in behavioral health  Professional demeanor and ethical conduct