Intake Therapist

The role

The Intake Therapist conducts biopsychosocial assessments for potential new clients. You will determine the appropriate level of care and collaborate with the clinical team to facilitate transitions into treatment.

What you will do

• Conduct thorough biopsychosocial intake assessments to evaluate client needs, strengths, and readiness for treatment.
• Serve as the first point of contact for potential clients.
• Determine the most appropriate level of care for each client.
• Communicate program expectations, treatment options, and next steps to clients and their families.
• Collaborate closely with the clinical treatment team.
• Identify potential barriers to treatment engagement.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant documentation of all assessments, recommendations, and communications.
• Stay informed on best practices in intake assessment and client engagement.

Required qualifications

• Master's degree in psychology, counseling, social work, marriage and family therapy, or related field.
• Valid state Independent licensure as a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW), Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT), or equivalent in the st
• Willingness and ability to obtain additional state licenses, as requested.
• If eligible based on licensure status and applicable state regulations, must be willing to provide formal clinical supervision to associate-level clinicians.
• Experience in behavioral therapy and counseling.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Demonstrated proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office and the ability to use various software programs.

Nice to have

• Experience providing Intake Assessments and offering treatment recommendations
• Previous IO P/PHP/Residential experience

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision
• HealthJoy unlimited therapy
• UHC wellness program
• HSA/FSA options
• Pet insurance
• Responsible PTO
• 401(k) with company match
• All licensing fees covered
• Annual stipend for tuition reimbursement, ongoing education, or CEUs
• Structured clinical supervision for pre-licensed clinicians
• Supervision grounded in PHP/IOP curriculum

About the company

Guidelight Health is a behavioral healthcare company providing PHP and IOP services. The organization aims to redefine the behavioral health industry through high-quality care and state-of-the-art facilities.