Admissions Specialist — PRN

Job overview

The Admissions Specialist works onsite in Jackson, TN. Compensation is not specified. Perimeter Healthcare provides behavioral health treatment programs for children, adolescents, adults, and senior adults; this role helps connect people seeking mental health services with appropriate care. The specialist conducts intake interviews and initial screenings, assesses psychosocial and emotional status, and coordinates with insurance providers and internal teams. The role supports appropriate placement by maintaining clear documentation and communication among patients, referral sources, and care teams.

What you'll do

• Conduct intake interviews to determine appropriate levels of care
• handle inquiry calls professionally and empathetically
• perform initial eligibility screenings
• assess psychosocial and emotional status, particularly for children and adolescents
• coordinate insurance verification
• facilitate communication among clinical staff, nursing, and business development
• follow up with referral sources on placement
• document interactions and assessments.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

admissions specialist

prn

behavioral health

patient intake

mental health services

eligibility screening

insurance verification

referral coordination

jackson tn

perimeter healthcare

psychosocial assessment

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• The posting describes paid time off, medical, dental, and vision benefits, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, supplemental policies, a life assistance program, and perks and discounts for full-time employees.

Why this role

The posting requires a bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work, behavioral health, or a related field. Behavioral health assessment or treatment, inpatient experience, insurance verification, and medical billing are preferred. The posting describes a full benefits package for full-time employees; this listing is PRN.

About the employer

Perimeter Healthcare is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of All Other Miscellaneous Health Practitioners. Sector: 62.