Clinical Admissions Therapist

Mental Health Association of Rochester; Colorado Springs (CO); Remote; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Mental Health Association of Rochester is seeking a Clinical Admissions Therapist to conduct virtual biopsychosocial assessments, build rapport with clients, and identify treatment needs at admission. You will assess across diverse ages, determine suitability for virtual IOP, document findings in EMR, and coordinate with clinical teams to arrange admission.

The role requires licensure or eligibility for associate-level clinicians, strong communication, and reliable telehealth technology; shifts

Qualifications

• Experience with multiple age groups and behavioral health assessments.
• Licensed in a mental health field; associate-level clinicians welcome.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Reliable technology for confidential telehealth.

Responsibilities

• Build rapport with clients and referral sources.
• Present program information to facilitate access to care.
• Complete assessments across age groups and mental health concerns.
• Determine suitability for virtual IOP.
• Document client information in EMR per standards.
• Coordinate with clinical teams and referral sources during intake.
• Assign treatment teams and inform staff of new admissions.
• Collaborate with hospitals and behavioral health providers.
• Maintain availability for mornings, afternoons, evenings, and weekends.

Skills

Behavioral health assessments

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Telehealth readiness

Education

Licensed mental health professional

Associate-level clinicians welcome

Tools

Telehealth software

EMR systems

Job description

Role Overview

The Clinical Admissions Therapist is responsible for conducting virtual biopsychosocial assessments, building rapport with clients, and determining treatment needs upon admission.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop rapport with clients and referral sources through personable communication.
• Present program information supportively to facilitate access to care.
• Complete assessments across diverse age groups and mental health concerns.
• Determine suitability for virtual intensive outpatient programs (IOP).
• Construct provisional diagnoses using DSM-V criteria.
• Document client information in electronic medical records in compliance with standards.
• Coordinate with clinical teams and referral sources during intake.
• Assign treatment teams and inform staff of new admissions.
• Collaborate with hospitals, treatment centers, and behavioral health providers.
• Maintain availability for shifts including mornings, afternoons, evenings, and weekends.

Qualifications & Skills

• Experience working with multiple age groups and completing behavioral health assessments is preferred.
• Licensed in a mental health field; associate-level clinicians eager to grow are welcome.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Reliable technology resources for confidential telehealth services.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with attention to detail.

Additional Requirements

Access to technology, eligibility to work in the U.S., and bilingual proficiency if applicable. The role emphasizes a commitment to meaningful care and collaboration within a mission-driven team.