Behavioral Health Intake & Assessment Director

Hospital for Behavioral Medicine; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) + matching

Health insurance

Life insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

On-site cafeteria

Free parking

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Hospital for Behavioral Medicine in Worcester, MA, seeks a Director of Intake & Assessment to lead intake coordination, doctor assessments, and the admissions process. The role partners with clinical leadership and UM, ensuring timely, policy-compliant admissions and pre-certifications.

The ideal candidate has an MA or NP degree with 2+ years in acute psychiatric intake and supervisory experience, MA licensure eligibility, and solid DSM knowledge for clinical assessment.

Qualifications

• Two+ years in intake assessment in acute psychiatric setting.
• Supervisory experience preferred.
• Licensed eligible in MA.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate intake assessments and referrals with A&R Counselors.
• Oversee doctor assessments and admissions paperwork.
• Maintain intake logs and pre-certifications with insurers.
• Support discharge planning and documentation.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Leadership

Education

Nurse Practitioner or Master’s degree in a human field

Tools

DSM knowledge

Job description

Hospital for Behavioral Medicine in Worcester, MA, seeks a Director of Intake & Assessment to lead intake coordination, doctor assessments, and the admissions process. The role partners with clinical leadership and UM, ensuring timely, policy-compliant admissions and pre-certifications.

The ideal candidate has an MA or NP degree with 2+ years in acute psychiatric intake and supervisory experience, MA licensure eligibility, and solid DSM knowledge for clinical assessment.