Intake Specialist - Seattle Area

Valley Cities Behavioral Health Care; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, & Vision coverage

Health Savings Account $2,000/year

Retirement plan with 6% employer match

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid time off & holidays

Student Loan Forgiveness Programs

Longevity bonuses

Training and licensure support

Clinical supervision toward licensure

Paid training days

Job summary

Valley Cities Behavioral Health Care is seeking an Intake Specialist for the Seattle area. The role involves conducting diagnostic mental health assessments, placing clients at appropriate levels of care, ensuring consent and understanding of client rights, and collaborating with front desk staff and care coordinators.

Required qualifications include an MA in Behavioral Sciences or MSW and two years of mental health experience, with the ability to obtain MHP designation upon hire.

Qualifications

• MA Degree in Behavioral Sciences Field or MSW.
• Two years of mental health experience.
• Ability to obtain Washington State MHP (Mental Health Professional) designation upon hire.
• Pass required background checks.
• Ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Conduct diagnostic mental health assessments with skill and compassion.
• Provide client placement at an appropriate level of care based on clinical screening and JCAHO criteria.
• Ensure consent for services and understanding of client rights for individuals requesting services.
• Work collaboratively with Front Desk, Care Coordinators and other staff involved in the intake process.
• Attain client satisfaction goals, as specified.
• Attends scheduled VC staff meetings and training.
• Assists Access Specialist for Intakes in the overall program development.

Education

MA Degree in Behavioral Sciences Field or MSW

Job description

Position:Intake Specialist - Seattle Area

Location: Seattle, WA

Job Id:972

# of Openings:0

Intake Specialist | Bitter Lake Clinic | FULL-TIME | NON-EXEMPT | $27.77 - $35.87 | SIGNING BONUS - $3000

About Valley Cities

Valley Cities has recently been selected to lead efforts in Washington State to become a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC), reflecting compliance with stringent national standards in behavioral health care. This status enables broader service availability, improved integration of mental health and substance use treatment, enhanced crisis intervention capabilities, and ensures services are accessible to all, regardless of financial circumstances.

What You’ll Do (Essential Functions)

• Conduct diagnostic mental health assessments with skill and compassion.
• Provide client placement at an appropriate level of care based on clinical screening and JCAHO criteria.
• Ensure consent for services and understanding of client rights for individuals requesting services.
• Work collaboratively with Front Desk, Care Coordinators and other staff involved in the intake process.
• Attain client satisfaction goals, as specified.
• Attends scheduled VC staff meetings and training.
• Assists Access Specialist for Intakes in the overall program development.

What You’ll Bring (Required)

• MA Degree in Behavioral Sciences Field or MSW
• Two years of mental health experience
• Ability to obtain Washington State MHP (Mental Health Professional) designation upon hire.
• Pass required background checks.
• Ability to work independently.

Join Our Team!

Be a part of a team that is dedicated to making a difference every day. Meaningful work, and comprehensive benefits:

• Medical, Dental, & Vision coverage available for employees and eligible family members and dependents
• Health Savings Account, $2,000 contribution annually, prorated monthly.
• Agency sponsored retirement plan, up to 6% employer contributions, and pre-tax/Roth available
• Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP) resources
• Comprehensive paid time off, paid holidays, and extended sick leave options
• Access to Student Loan Forgiveness Programs
• Annual longevity bonuses
• Recognition programs and incentives
• Access to training, supervision, and consultation for professional certification and licensure
• Clinical supervision provided toward licensure, if applicable
• Paid training days and yearly training fund

We are excited about the future ahead! We’re looking for people who want to make a real difference in behavioral health while growing alongside a mission-driven team. Employees joining Valley Cities at this time will become part of an impactful organization dedicated to advancing community behavioral health, that is grounded in compassion, equity and community impact. Join us to make significant contributions during pivotal moments in the lives of others!

We are dedicated to Equal Opportunity Employment & embrace the contributions of a diverse and inclusive workforce. Valley Cities Counseling and Consultation is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans and does not unlawfully discriminate under federal, state, or local laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, or protected veteran status.

This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.