Clinical Admissions Therapist (Bakersfield, California)

The role

The Clinical Admissions Therapist meets with clients upon admission to build rapport and complete biopsychosocial assessments. This role establishes treatment needs and determines fit for the virtual intensive outpatient program.

What you will do

• Develop rapport with clients and referral sources
• Present programming information to help clients gain access to care
• Complete virtual biopsychosocial assessments for various ages
• Determine appropriateness for virtual intensive outpatient program level of care
• Construct provisional mental health diagnoses utilizing DSM-V criteria
• Document client information in electronic medical record
• Assign treatment team members and group schedules
• Interface with Admissions, Verification of Benefits, Utilization Review, and Clinical teams
• Collaborate with referral sources like hospitals, treatment centers, and providers

Required qualifications

• Independent licensure in a mental health field required
• Work authorized in the United States
• Native or bilingual English proficiency
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Access to reliable technology resources for telehealth services
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced environment

Nice to have

• Experience working with a wide range of ages, including children, teens, young adults, and adults
• Experience completing behavioral health assessments and admissions
• Independent license

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits for full-time, exempt employees

Before you apply

• Complete several state background checks for clearance to see clients

About the company

Charlie Health delivers personalized, virtual care for people with complex mental health, substance use, and eating disorders. The organization aims to connect the world to life-saving behavioral health treatment.