UHS·Chester, Pennsylvania
The Admissions Counselor performs telephonic and in-person risk assessments and crisis interventions for potential patients. They coordinate the intake process, determine the appropriate level of care, and maintain communication between referral sources, families, and staff.
A Bachelor's degree in psychology, social work, counseling, or a related field is required, while a Master's degree is preferred. Experience with intake and crisis intervention for substance abuse and dual diagnosis populations is preferred.
Market context
Behavioral health employers in Pennsylvania often seek candidates with direct patient care experience, and roles can be more competitive when applicants also bring phlebotomy certification or experience in crisis, detox, or acute psychiatric settings. This posting requires a high school diploma or GED plus at least one year of patient care experience, and the listed requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original job description to save you research time. If you’re considering applying, review whether your experience matches the setting and be ready to highlight any behavioral-health or phlebotomy background.