Intake Assessor (LSW) — Behavioral Health Admissions Lead

Blueridge Vista Behavioral Hospital; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 38,572 - 46,838; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Multiple medical plan options

Vista Wellness (physician/pharmacy)

Dental

Vision

Generous PTO and paid holidays

401(k) with company contribution; Life

Disability coverage

Tuition reimbursement up to $15,000

Student loan forgiveness programs

Job summary

BlueRidge Vista in Cincinnati, OH is hiring a LSW Intake Assessor to perform comprehensive behavioral health assessments for adult patients seeking psychiatric evaluation and admission. You will work with physicians, nurses, and case managers to determine level of care, facilitate admissions, and ensure timely documentation.

This role emphasizes compassionate, patient-centered care. Responsibilities include risk assessment, collaboration with the care team, and maintaining compliance with HIPAA

Qualifications

• Current LSW license in Ohio.
• Bachelor's degree in Social Work from an accredited program.
• Knowledge of behavioral health diagnoses, crisis intervention, and risk assessment.
• Strong assessment, documentation, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with an interdisciplinary team.
• Basic computer proficiency and experience with electronic medical records.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychosocial and behavioral health assessments for adult patients presenting for inpatient psychiatric services.
• Complete timely and accurate clinical documentation in the EMR.
• Evaluate patient risk, including suicide, homicide, and other safety concerns, using established tools.
• Determine admission appropriateness based on clinical criteria and hospital guidelines.
• Collaborate with psychiatrists, nurses, case managers, and interdisciplinary team members to coordinate admissions and transitions of care.
• Communicate effectively with referral sources, emergency departments, families, and community providers regarding admission decisions.
• Maintain confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA and organizational policies.

Skills

Assessment

Documentation

Crisis intervention

Communication

Team collaboration

HIPAA awareness

Education

Bachelor's in Social Work

Tools

Electronic Medical Records

Job description

BlueRidge Vista in Cincinnati, OH is hiring a LSW Intake Assessor to perform comprehensive behavioral health assessments for adult patients seeking psychiatric evaluation and admission. You will work with physicians, nurses, and case managers to determine level of care, facilitate admissions, and ensure timely documentation.

This role emphasizes compassionate, patient-centered care. Responsibilities include risk assessment, collaboration with the care team, and maintaining compliance with HIPAA