Intake Assessor (LSW/LPC)

Intake Assessor (LSW/LPC) Sierra Vista•3.4 Johnstown, CO Job Details $34•$43 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Loan forgiveness Life insurance Qualifications Master's degree in social work Collaborate with healthcare professionals Safety assessments for crisis intervention support Behavioral health hospital experience Mental health stabilization Bachelor's degree in counseling Clinical psychological interviews Caregiving documentation requirements LSW Bachelor's degree in social work Intake Safety planning Bachelor's degree in psychology LPC Master's degree in psychology Substance abuse treatment center experience Care documentation Clinical social history assessment De-escalation techniques Mid-level Patient safety Care planning in social services Initial patient assessment Patient history taking Mental health facility experience Bachelor's degree Counseling Care coordination meetings Psychology Compliance documentation

Full Job Description Job Address:

4770 Larimer Pkwy Johnstown, CO 80534 Intake Therapist•

Psychiatric Hospital Location:

4770

Larimer Parkway, Johnstown, Colorado Schedule:

7a-7p or 7p-7a with rotating weekends, 3 x 12 hr shifts.

Pay Range:

$34•$43 hr About Us At SierraVista, we inspire hope and provide holistic, patient-centered care for individuals experiencing acute psychiatric symptoms and substance use disorders. Our team is dedicated to offering a safe, therapeutic environment where every patient can begin their path toward stability and long-term recovery. Position Overview We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Intake Therapist to complete comprehensive mental health and substance use assessments for patients entering our inpatient psychiatric program. In this role, you will be the first clinical point of contact—gathering essential history, evaluating patient needs, determining appropriate levels of care, and initiating individualized treatment recommendations. Key Responsibilities Conduct thorough biopsychosocial assessments, risk evaluations, and diagnostic interviews for new admissions Determine immediate treatment needs and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to establish individualized care plans Communicate clinical findings to physicians, nurses, and treatment staff to support timely and accurate patient placement Assist with crisis intervention, including de-escalation and safety planning Provide orientation to new patients regarding program expectations and therapeutic processes Complete all required documentation accurately and in compliance with state, federal, and facility standards Participate in treatment planning meetings and support coordination of care and discharge planning as needed Qualifications Master's/ Bachelors degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or a related behavioral health field Current Colorado licensure required (LSW/LPC) Experience in psychiatric, behavioral health, and/or substance use treatment settings preferred Strong assessment, diagnostic, and crisis-intervention skills Effective communication, professionalism, and the ability to work in a fast-paced clinical environment Must be at least 21 years of age Why Join SierraVista? Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance 401(k) with company match Paid Time Off + Paid Holidays Tuition Reimbursement (up to $15,000) and Student Loan Forgiveness Programs Professional development and career-growth opportunities Employee Assistance Program