Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Valley Cities Behavioral Health Care
Job overview
The Intake Specialist role at Valley Cities Behavioral Health Care involves screening and assessing mental health service requests, acting as a crisis counselor when needed, and facilitating client placement and intake processes to support community mental health services.
Responsibilities and impact
The Intake Specialist conducts diagnostic mental health assessments, determines appropriate client placement based on clinical criteria, ensures consent and client rights understanding, collaborates with intake staff, meets client satisfaction goals, attends staff meetings and training, and assists in program development.
Compensation and benefits
The position offers a salary range from $26.83 to $39.95 per hour depending on qualifications, a signing bonus of $3000 to $5000, comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, 403(b), 21 days PTO, 11 paid holidays, $450 yearly for professional development, free supervision hours for licensure, and potential participation in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
Experience and skills
Candidates should have a Master's degree in Behavioral Sciences or MSW, two years of mental health experience, the ability to obtain Washington State MHP designation, pass background checks, and work independently.
Career development
The role offers opportunities for professional growth, including training, supervision hours toward licensure, and support for professional development.
Work environment and culture
Valley Cities Behavioral Health Care fosters a supportive, inclusive, and collaborative work environment focused on making a meaningful impact in the community.
Company information
Valley Cities Behavioral Health Care is a non-profit organization providing a wide range of mental health services from inpatient to outpatient care, committed to community service and employee support.
Team overview
The Intake Specialist works collaboratively with Front Desk, Care Coordinators, and other intake staff, contributing to a team-oriented intake process.
Job location and travel
The job is based in Bitter Lake with schedule discussions encouraged during the interview to accommodate dynamic work environments.
Application process
Applicants should submit a resume (cover letter optional) detailing relevant experience and fit for the role to join the team at Valley Cities Behavioral Health Care.
Unique job features
The position includes a signing bonus, free supervision hours towards licensure, and participation in a loan forgiveness program, distinguishing it from similar roles.
Company overview
Valley Cities Behavioral Health Care provides comprehensive mental health and substance use disorder services, focusing on community-based care. They generate revenue through a combination of government funding, insurance reimbursements, and client fees. Established in 1965, the organization has a long history of supporting individuals and families in the Puget Sound region with a wide range of therapeutic and support services, including crisis intervention, outpatient treatment, and housing assistance.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to emphasize your experience conducting diagnostic mental health assessments, your ability to screen clients compassionately, and your knowledge of JCAHO criteria for client placement.
Highlight your collaborative skills working with multidisciplinary teams such as Front Desk and Care Coordinators, as well as your capacity to handle crisis counseling and intake coordination responsibilities.
Apply through multiple platforms including Valley Cities Behavioral Health Care's official corporate career site and LinkedIn to maximize your chances of being noticed for the Intake Specialist role.
Connect with current Intake Specialists or staff in the Behavioral Health division at Valley Cities on LinkedIn; use ice breakers like commenting on the organization's commitment to community mental health or asking about their experiences working in a supportive, inclusive environment.
Optimize your resume for ATS systems by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'mental health assessments,' 'client placement,' 'JCAHO criteria,' 'crisis counseling,' and 'collaborative intake process' to ensure your resume passes initial screenings.
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