Clinical Admissions Therapist (California)

Charlie Health, Inc.; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Charlie Health, Inc. is seeking a Clinical Admissions Therapist in California to meet with clients at admission, build rapport, complete biopsychosocial assessments, and establish treatment needs.

The role supports a mission-driven team expanding access to life-saving behavioral healthcare via telehealth. Responsibilities include conducting virtual assessments for all ages, determining IOP suitability, documenting in EMR, and coordinating with the care team and referral sources.

Qualifications

• Independent licensure in a mental health field is required.
• Experience with a wide range of ages (children to adults) preferred.
• Experience completing behavioral health assessments and admissions is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate personable and competent communication to develop rapport with clients and referral sources.
• Present program information to help clients gain access to care.
• Complete virtual biopsychosocial assessments for diverse age groups.
• Determine appropriateness for virtual IOP level of care.
• Document client information in electronic medical records per regulatory standards.
• Assign treatment team members and schedules for new admissions.
• Collaborate with hospitals, treatment centers, psychiatrists, therapists, and other providers on admission.

Education

Independent licensure in a mental health field

Job description

Clinical Admissions Therapist (California)

California, USA

Why Charlie Health?

Millions of people across the country are navigating mental health conditions, substance use disorders, and eating disorders, but too often, they’re met with barriers to care. From limited local options and long wait times to treatment that lacks personalization, behavioral healthcare can leave people feeling unseen and unsupported.

Charlie Health exists to change that. Our mission is to connect the world to life‑saving behavioral health treatment. We deliver personalized, virtual care rooted in connection—between clients and clinicians, care teams, loved ones, and the communities that support them. By focusing on people with complex needs, we’re expanding access to meaningful care and driving better outcomes from the comfort of home.

As a rapidly growing organization, we're reaching more communities every day and building a team that’s redefining what behavioral health treatment can look like. If you're ready to use your skills to drive lasting change and help more people access the care they deserve, we’d love to meet you.

About the Role

Charlie Health is looking for a dynamic individual to serve as Clinical Admissions Therapist. The Clinical Admissions Therapist will be responsible for meeting with clients upon admission, building rapport, completing biopsychosocial assessments, and establishing treatment needs.

We’re a mission‑driven team working to expand access to life‑saving behavioral healthcare for people who need it most. Across all departments, we collaborate to deliver meaningful outcomes and build a more connected, effective model of care. If you're inspired by our mission and excited to help transform the behavioral health landscape, we encourage you to apply.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate personable and competent communication skills to develop rapport with clients and referral sources
• Present programming information in a thorough and supportive manner to help clients gain access to care
• Complete virtual biopsychosocial assessments for a wide range of ages, including children, teens, young adults, and adults with various mental health concerns
• Determine appropriateness and fit for virtual intensive outpatient program (IOP) level of care
• Construct provisional mental health diagnoses utilizing DSM‑V criteria
• Document client information in accordance with regulatory standards using electronic medical record
• Assign treatment team members and group schedules while informing staff of new admissions
• Interface with Admissions, Verification of Benefits, Utilization Review, and Clinical teams in facilitating intake
• Collaborate with referral sources: hospitals, treatment centers, psychiatrists, therapists, and other behavioral health providers upon admission
• Looking to cover the following shifts to meet the schedules and needs of our clients:
  • Mornings and Afternoons -Must be available 11am - 7pm MT
  • Afternoons and Evenings -Must be available 12pm - 8pm MT
  • Weekends encouraged
  • Will consider alternative availability on individual basis
• Work authorized in the United States and native or bilingual English proficiency
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Access to reliable technology resources to deliver uninterrupted, confidential, and compliant telehealth services
• Ability to thrive in fast‑paced environment while maintaining high attention to detail and quality of care

Requirements

• Experience working with a wide range of ages, including children, teens, young adults, and adults preferred
• Experience completing behavioral health assessments and admissions preferred
• Independent licensure in a mental health field required
• An independent license is preferred, but we’re happy to work with associate‑level clinicians who are eager to grow and work toward full licensure.

Charlie Health is pleased to offer comprehensive benefits to all full‑time, exempt employees.

Additional Information

Note to Colorado applicants: applications will be accepted and reviewed on a rolling basis

The expected base pay for this role will be between $65,000 and $77,500 per year at the commencement of employment. However, base pay will be determined on an individualized basis and will be impacted by location and years of experience. Further, base pay is only part of the total compensation package, which, depending on the position, may also include incentive compensation, discretionary bonuses, other short and long‑term incentive packages, and other Charlie Health-sponsored benefits.

Based on the nature of this role, you will need to complete several state background checks for clearance to see clients. Florida requires a fingerprint based background check, with more information found here . Please note that the cost for this background check will be paid for in full by Charlie Health.

Our Values

• Congruence: Stay curious & heed the evidence.
• Commitment: Act with urgency & don’t give up.

At Charlie Health, we value being an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to cultivate an environment where individuals can be their authentic selves. Being an Equal Opportunity Employer means every member of our team feels as though they are supported and belong. We value diverse perspectives to help us provide essential mental health and substance use disorder treatments to all young people.

Charlie Health applicants are assessed solely on their qualifications for the role, without regard to disability or need for accommodation.