Intake Clinician - Behavioral Health & Crisis Support

Charles River Recovery; Weston (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Charles River Recovery in Weston, MA is seeking an Intake Clinician for part-time work to support detoxification and residential treatment admissions. You will conduct initial biopsychosocial assessments and use the C-SSRS to guide care.

The role emphasizes collaboration with clinical staff, development of individualized treatment plans, crisis intervention, and precise documentation to meet regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma and minimum of one (1) year of professional experience in Behavioral Health or Psychiatric is required.
• Ability to read and interpret written information; write clearly and informatively; edit work for spelling and grammar. Ability to speak clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listen and get clarification; responds well to questions; demonstrate group presentation skills; and participates in meetings.
• Licensure is not required but a Licensed Drug and Alcohol Counselor (LADC) II or I strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of health care and detoxification process.

Responsibilities

• Conduct biopsychosocial assessments at admission, including medical history, substance use, mental health, and social support.
• Administer the Columbia-Suicide Severity Rating Scale (C-SSRS) to assess suicidal ideation and behavior, ensuring safety.
• Complete an American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) assessment to determine the appropriate level of care and treatment recommendations.
• Collaborate with the clinical team to develop individualized treatment plans based on assessment findings, client preferences, and treatment goals.
• Provide crisis intervention and support to clients in acute distress, coordinating with medical and mental health professionals as needed.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of assessment findings, treatment plans, progress notes, and discharge summaries in accordance with regulatory standards and organizational policies.
• Facilitate group sessions focused on substance abuse education, coping strategies, relapse prevention, and other relevant topics to support clients' recovery.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss client progress, treatment planning and discharge planning.

Job description

Charles River Recovery in Weston, MA is seeking an Intake Clinician for part-time work to support detoxification and residential treatment admissions. You will conduct initial biopsychosocial assessments and use the C-SSRS to guide care.

The role emphasizes collaboration with clinical staff, development of individualized treatment plans, crisis intervention, and precise documentation to meet regulatory standards.