Work whereevery momentmatters. Every day, over 30,000 Hartford HealthCare employees come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut’s most comprehensive healthcare network. The Institute of Living, one of the first mental health centers in the U.S., remains one of America’s leading not-for-profit centers for patient care, research and education in the fields of behavioral, psychiatric and addiction disorder. Through our dedicated, experienced and skilled clinicians, we provide patients and their families with the highest quality of personalized care. Programs are offered for children, adolescents and adults struggling with mental illness as well as offering services specializing in Anxiety, Eating Disorders, and Geriatric Services. The Crisis Intake Worker assists in triage and intake procedures for crisis patients as well as those patients being considered for admission. Responsible for monitoring and care of patients presenting at the Assessment Center. Collaborates and interfaces with in-house resources to ensure appropriate and timely disposition of patients. Reports to Director, Assessment Center. · BA or BS degree in Allied Health or related field required. · Knowledge of programs and services at the IOL and/or a minimum of 6 years experience in psychiatric setting. · Excellent interpersonal/communication /written skills required · Excellent interpersonal/communication skills required. · Bilingual in Spanish/English preferred. · Basic computer skills and knowledge of basic medical terminology preferred. · Knowledge of legal issues in mental health preferred. We take great care of careers. With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge – helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment. /As an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action employer, the organization will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status./ Job: Professional Clinical Organization: Institute of Living Title: Crisis Intake Worker - Psych PreAdmissions Location: Connecticut-Hartford-HH Braceland Bldg (10023) Requisition ID: 24162535
