Intake Assessor, Behavioral Health

About the role

The Intake Assessor performs the evaluation and admission process in conjunction with the on-call physician. The New Vista mission: Inspiring Hope, Restoring Peace of Mind, Healing Lives. At New Vista, our passionate and highly trained team of professionals inspires hope and delivers holistic care to those in need of behavioral health services in a contemporary and healing environment - one that is conducive to providing the life skills needed to regain stability and independence. With a blend of group therapy, clinical treatment, and unique surroundings, our beautiful healthcare centers provide a safe, serene, healing environment for adults and seniors with a variety of complex needs. Our compassionate team members work in a challenging yet rewarding environment where each person is a part of making direct impact on our patient's lives. COME JOIN OUR TEAM AS AN INTAKE ASSESSOR AT BLUE RIDGE VISTA! PERKS AT WORK: Team Members enjoy a variety of perks in working with the NewVista brand company. We offer competitive market wages along with a full, robust package: Healthcare + Life Balance Medical Packages with Rx - 3 Choices Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Dependent Day Care Spending Accounts Health Spending Accounts (HSA) with a company match Dental Care Program - 2 choices Vision Plan Life Insurance Options Accidental Insurances Paid Time Off + Paid Holidays Employee Assistance Programs 401k with a Company Match Education + Leadership Development Up to $15,000 in Tuition Reimbursements OR Student Loan forgiveness Mentoring + Trainer Opportunities through our Horizon Mentorship Program Growth in Director and CEO positions through our Horizon Leadership Program Handle with Care Trainer - Certifications Recognition + Rewards On the spot recognition Prizes Team Member of the Quarter Team Member of the Year Monthly Celebrations Team Member Recognition Cards JOB REQUIREMENTS: Education: Master's degree in social work or counseling required, Experience: Prior experience in a psychiatric healthcare facility working with adult and geriatric patients preferred. Must have strong clinical assessment skills. License: LSW, LISW, LPC, or LPCC. RN can also be considered. Additional Requirements: CPR and Handle with Care (HWC) certified within 30 days. Must be 21 years of age or older JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: Facilitate response to request for services, including the initial response, the assessment and referral process, the designation of appropriate level of care, admission into services, and appropriate follow up activity. Conduct initial evaluation, initiate the assessment, document patient symptomology, functioning, and needs, and provide information to MD for LOC determination. Demonstrate excellent customer service skills in assisting patients, physicians, visitors, and coworkers in a prompt and courteous manner. Possess clear knowledge of Emergency Detention paperwork and processes and EMTALA. Maintain all preadmission and admission paperwork with accuracy; complete all per-certification with insurance companies. Qualified candidates, apply now for a chance to join our outstanding team as we Inspire Hope, Restore Peace of Mind, and Heal Lives.