Admissions Counselor (Nights)

$2,000 Sign On Bonus

Expected Schedule: 11 PM - 7 AM

Communicating with outside facilities, other Tanner contracted hospitals, and co-workers about patient placement and disposition. Keep organized and work effectively within the required time constraints. Under general direction, coordinates a multidisciplinary approach to organize patient disposition and transportation. Manages and communicates bed availability and daily proposed versus actual discharges. Serve as a liaison within the Assessment Services team between Assessors and referring facilities. Utilize multiple programs to identify and review suitable patients for placement.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, Sociology, or a related field

Qualifications

• Ability to concentrate on tasks and meet deadlines.

• Ability to handle significant amounts of confidential patient information.

• Ability to professionally deal with staff and the public.

• Bachelor's Degree with 2 years of experience in the behavioral health field

• Basic knowledge and skills for applying principles of mental health.

• Data entry skills including experience using a computer.

• Familiarity with psychological, sociological, and medical terminology.

• Organization and time management skills.

• Reading comprehension, writing, and mathematical skills.

• Skills in analyzing and evaluating information, problem-solving skills, excellent oral communication skills, and legible handwriting.

• Willingness to follow the leadership of senior staff.