Master Level Outpatient Intake Clinician

Job Summary
We are seeking a dynamic and compassionate Master Level Outpatient Intake Clinician to join our mental health and behavioral health team. In this vital role, you will serve as the first point of contact for individuals seeking outpatient services, conducting comprehensive intake assessments, facilitating initial treatment planning, and ensuring a smooth transition into ongoing care. Your expertise will help identify client needs accurately, develop personalized treatment strategies, and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to promote optimal patient outcomes. This position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of diverse populations, including children, adolescents, adults, and individuals with disabilities or special needs. You will work in a fast-paced environment that values innovation, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence in patient care.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough clinical intake assessments utilizing diagnostic tools such as ICD-10 and ICD-9 coding systems to determine mental health and behavioral health diagnoses.
• Gather detailed patient histories, including medical terminology, psychiatric history, social factors, and current symptoms through interviews and medical documentation review.
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on clinical evaluations that incorporate evidence-based practices such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), psychodynamic therapy, art therapy, dance therapy, applied behavior analysis (ABA), and other modalities.
• Coordinate care by collaborating with multidisciplinary teams including social workers, medical professionals, special education providers, and crisis management specialists.
• Provide crisis intervention and crisis management services when necessary to ensure patient safety and stabilization.
• Maintain HIPAA-compliant documentation of all patient interactions, assessments, treatment plans, and progress notes within electronic medical records systems.
• Utilize telehealth platforms effectively for remote intake sessions while adhering to all privacy regulations.
• Engage in ongoing research and data collection efforts to improve clinical practices and patient outcomes.
• Support patients with diverse needs such as PTSD care, addiction counseling, grief counseling, working with individuals with autism or developmental disabilities, geriatrics, pediatrics, or gender issues counseling.
• Assist in case management activities including patient follow-up and coordination of outpatient services.

Experience

• Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW), Counseling Psychology, Clinical Psychology or related field from an accredited institution.
• Valid licensure at the master’s level (e.g., LCSW, LMHC) required; additional certifications in addiction counseling or specialized therapies are a plus.
• Proven experience conducting intake assessments in outpatient or clinic settings with diverse populations including children and individuals with disabilities.
• Demonstrated proficiency in psychotherapy modalities such as CBT, psychodynamic therapy, behavioral therapy or applied behavior analysis (ABA).
• Experience working with ICD-10/ICD-9 coding systems for diagnostic evaluation documentation.
• Familiarity with telehealth platforms and delivering clinical services remotely while maintaining compliance with HIPAA standards.
• Strong skills in crisis intervention and crisis management techniques to handle urgent situations effectively.
• Knowledge of medical terminology related to mental health diagnoses and treatments; experience working within hospital or inpatient settings is advantageous.
• Ability to manage multiple cases efficiently while providing compassionate patient-centered care that emphasizes evidence-based practices like trauma-informed care and grief counseling. Join us to be part of a dedicated team committed to transforming lives through expert clinical care! Your expertise will help foster healing environments where patients feel supported every step of their journey toward wellness—empowering them to thrive beyond their challenges.

Pay: $21.00 - $24.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

Salary : $21 - $24