Centralized Intake Clinician for Behavioral Health

Counseling and Research Associates, Inc.; Carson (CA); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Counseling and Research Associates, Inc. is seeking a Clinical Therapist - Centralized Intake to perform timely behavioral health screenings, assessments, and level-of-care determinations for diverse age groups.

The role supports risk assessment, crisis planning, documentation, and coordinated care across Masada programs in a hybrid in-office/community setting. Responsibilities include clinical formulation, service recommendations, and collaboration with providers to ensure appropriate services

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a behavioral health field.
• Current California licensure as LCSW/LMFT/LPCC or equivalent or eligibility.
• Experience with DSM criteria, LOCUS, IP-CANS is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct clinical screenings and diagnostic assessments.
• Determine level of care and medical necessity.
• Document assessments and treatment recommendations.
• Collaborate with Masada staff and community partners.
• Provide crisis intervention and safety planning as needed.

Skills

Clinical screening

Assessment

Risk assessment

Documentation

Collaboration

Culturally responsive care

Crisis intervention

Professional communication

Education

Master's degree in Behavioral Health

California licensure eligibility (LCSW/LMFT/LPCC/PSY,D or PD etc)

Job description

Counseling and Research Associates, Inc. is seeking a Clinical Therapist - Centralized Intake to perform timely behavioral health screenings, assessments, and level-of-care determinations for diverse age groups.

The role supports risk assessment, crisis planning, documentation, and coordinated care across Masada programs in a hybrid in-office/community setting. Responsibilities include clinical formulation, service recommendations, and collaboration with providers to ensure appropriate services