Counselor

• Conduct intake assessments to evaluate Member readiness and determine appropriate level of care
• Facilitate group and one-on-one counseling sessions using Affect’s evidence-based curriculum
• Provide crisis support and coordinate appropriate referrals when needed
• Maintain timely, accurate documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR) system
• Collaborate with clinical supervisors on individualized treatment and discharge planning
• Ensure compliance with HIPAA and all relevant state regulations
• Credentials must be verified through the State Board’s website as part of the application process

Addiction Counselor – Telehealth

• Verify and collect patient demographic and insurance information in the electronic medical record during scheduling, pre-admit, or admission processes
• Verify insurance benefits, document coverage and eligibility details, and complete authorization notifications
• Secure authorization for surgical/special interventional procedures and inpatient/observation stays
• Provide financial education and counseling regarding insurance coverage, financial liability, alternate payer sources, and financial assistance
• Register patients, book appointments, enter clinical and insurance data, explain procedures and instructions, and secure required signatures
• Perform medical necessity checks and secure ABN documentation
• Document patient contacts, orders, insurance verification, financial education, and payments
• Initiate and document insurance eligibility, benefits, and authorization requirements
• Educate patients on procedure costs, financial assistance, and payment arrangements; collect liabilities and reconcile payments
• Provide charge estimates and resolve scheduling, registration, and financial assistance issues
• Assist patients with AHCCCS applications and monitor financial counseling follow-up
• Handle department calls and act as an expert resource to clinical departments
• Coordinate registration, financial counseling, insurance coverage, and benefit-limit information with Nursing Units and Care Management
• Monitor and analyze revenue cycle reports and work lists for accuracy, compliance, and completion
• Report safety incidents, complete required training, and comply with regulations and company policies

Admissions Counselor

• Receive command and non-command referrals and make introductory contact with referred Sailors
• Provide information about the SAIL program
• Conduct initial clinical assessments and ongoing risk assessments using the Columbia Suicide Severity Risk Scale (C-SSRS)
• Provide ongoing safety planning using the Veterans Affairs Safety Plan
• Collaborate with Sailor commands and provide routine updates regarding risk, safety, and recovery progress in accordance with DoDI 6490.08
• Provide clinical case management according to SAIL protocols and procedures
• Connect enrolled Sailors with behavioral health providers and supportive resources
• Document referral information for Sailors who decline or cannot be contacted in the FFSMIS SAIL Record System
• Alert commands when SAIL services conclude and advise on procedures if suicide-related risk returns
• Report suspected child abuse and domestic abuse/violence to appropriate civilian authorities and Family Advocacy Representatives
• Provide warm handoffs for restricted domestic abuse and sexual assault reports
• Coordinate initial evaluations by qualified Military Treatment Facility/Emergency Department staff after suicide-related behavior or ideation
• Collaborate with behavioral health and other service providers when authorized by a release of information
• Participate in quarterly site/regional quality-assurance procedures
• Document and maintain current records for all SAIL contacts, assessments, and case-management services
• Intervene in crisis situations using professional judgment, ethical practice, and common sense
• Maintain case documentation in accordance with applicable policies, laws, and instructions

Counselor jobs in Arizona

Addiction Counselor – Telehealth

Admissions Counselor

Counselor – Military Support