Remote Behavioral Health Intake Specialist

Presbyterian Medical Services, Inc.; Clifton (TX); Remote; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NHSC loan repayment eligibility

Job summary

Presbyterian Medical Services (PMS) is seeking a dedicated Remote Behavioral Health Intake Coordinator to be the first point of contact for individuals seeking behavioral health services.

You will conduct comprehensive psychosocial and diagnostic assessments, provide crisis intervention, coordinate referrals, and connect clients with appropriate treatment and community resources. This role collaborates with teams to assess needs, establish medical necessity, and support continuity of care.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• Current independent New Mexico licensure as LPCC/LISW/LCSW/LMFT/LPAT.
• Minimum of three years of experience in the mental health treatment field.
• At least one year of assessment, intake, or triage experience.
• Must reside in New Mexico or Texas.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive intake assessments, including mental status examinations and diagnostic evaluations.
• Determine medical necessity and appropriate levels of behavioral health care.
• Provide crisis intervention, triage services, and short-term support during urgent situations.
• Coordinate referrals to internal and external behavioral health and community resources.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for new client inquiries and service requests.
• Complete intake screenings, registration processes, and required documentation.
• Provide active case management and follow-up to ensure successful connection to services.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate care and support positive client outcomes.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation.
• Participate in outreach, community education, and performance improvement activities.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Assessment

Care coordination

Client advocacy

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Master’s degree in relevant field

Job description

Presbyterian Medical Services (PMS) is seeking a dedicated Remote Behavioral Health Intake Coordinator to be the first point of contact for individuals seeking behavioral health services.

You will conduct comprehensive psychosocial and diagnostic assessments, provide crisis intervention, coordinate referrals, and connect clients with appropriate treatment and community resources. This role collaborates with teams to assess needs, establish medical necessity, and support continuity of care.