Discovery Behavioral Health (DBH) is a national leader in behavioral healthcare and one of the fastest growing companies in the field. DBH offers world-class treatment for those struggling with eating, mental health, and substance use disorders, and places a high priority on seeking employees who share our passion for improving the lives we serve.

Since 1997, Center for Discovery, DBH’s eating disorder division, has helped thousands of patients discover their path to the full and rewarding lives they deserve with evidence-based and inclusive treatment options.

Our Offer to You!

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

• 401(k) with company match
• Healthcare benefits
• Vacation and sick days
• Employee referral program
• Employee discounts to various stores, amusement parks, events, etc.
• Resources to become a Certified Eating Disorder Specialist through IADEP
• Training in best practices for telehealth
• Support for pursuing multi-state licensure
• Continuing education (CE) programs and training
• Supervision hours
• Weekly training opportunities
• Advancement opportunities within the organization

Compensation range: $50-55,000 annually. Salary will be dependent upon education, and experience.

This is a full-time hourly position (40 hours). The facility's operating hours are 11 AM to 7 PM Monday through Friday and 9 AM to 3 PM on Saturdays.

The Clinical Intake Coordinator is responsible for coordinating admissions with the admissions’ department and the facility. They also will support the patient and their support system through the onsite assessment and admission process. The Clinical Intake Coordinator is also responsible for supporting with groups, meals, and milieu support, as assigned by the Executive Director.

Responsibilities

• Works closely with the admissions’ department to schedule admission times, schedule tours and assessments, and coordinate the intake process with the program.
• Oversee the patient intake process, complete initial assessments with the patient and support system, and complete related paperwork.
• Guide patients through the pre-admission medical standard procedure, as needed.
• Based on the initial assessment, provide a preliminary diagnosis and communicate this to the patient’s assigned therapist and registered dietitian for each patient.
• Support the patient and support system during their first week in the program to ensure a smooth transition and answer any questions. Call individuals and support systems (if they have releases of information) during the first week for a check-in.
• Call referring treatment team and outpatient treatment team members (with releases of information) upon admission.
• Provide in person pre-admission assessments and recommend level of care, based on the APA Guidelines and Discovery admissions criteria.
• Conduct program tours as needed to prospective patients and/or support systems.
• Facilitate groups and provide meal support, as needed or assigned by the Executive Director.
• Support in managing the milieu and oversee patient activities and interactions.
• Build rapport with patients through education on the admission processes and need for treatment. Review patient rights and expectations within the Welcome Packet with each admission.
• Serve as a positive role model to staff, patients, employees, and guests through a positive, caring and professional attitude.
• Complete tasks in a timely and accurate manner.
• Establish and achieve realistic goals within the position.
• Maintain the confidential nature of Outpatient Programming and related activities.
• When needed, travel to other facilities to attend trainings or provide assistance.
• Support at local programs, as requested by leadership.

For a virtual tour of the facility, please visit our website at centerfordiscovery.com.

Masters-level mental health clinician, with at least a registered mental health intern license.

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/