Intake & Referral Services: All applicants for service must be seen for intake assessment and financial liability determination.  Clients under 18 years of age must be accompanied by at least one parent or legal guardian unless exception is warranted for clinical reasons.

The intake assessment and liability determination are conducted by a Mental Health Professional (clinician) and a fiscal clerk, respectively.  During the intake, the client’s needs are assessed, the clinician determines the client’s eligibility for public funded services, and a formal intake packet is completed.  At this time, the client also has the opportunity to ask questions and raise any concerns about entering treatment.

During the financial liability determination, the client (or the client’s legal guardian, if applicable) will present all financial information needed to determine a reasonable monthly fee or other source of payment.  This information is explained to the applicant for service when scheduling the intake appointment.  At this time, the client also presents his/her referral and/or authorization (if participating in an HMO) or his/her insurance cards and/or forms.

The intake staff is available to act as an information and referral source to members of the community regarding mental health services.  PMHC staff is also available to agencies and schools in the community to provide consultation and education on mental health issues.

Acute Stabilization Services: An Acute Stabilization Counselor provides brief, time-limited therapy and counseling to identified, at-risk clients.  In addition, the Acute Stabilization Counselor works with existing clinical and casemanagement staff to promote stabilization. 

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Last modified: September 13, 2005