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Intake Assessor Licensed RN - Day

Sierra Vista

  • Johnstown, Pennsylvania
  • 5 days ago

    Highlights

    Our Licensed Intake Assessor completes timely, trauma‑informed evaluations to guide the right level of care—right away —bringing steady energy and teamwork to our busiest hours. Intake Assessor(LSW) - Day Pay: $34 - $43hr Location: 4770 Larimer Pkwy, Johnstown, CO 80534 Schedule: Day Shift | 3x12s (7a–7p) About SierraVista Behavioral Healthcare.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationJohnstown, Pennsylvania
    Websitehttps://sierravistabh.com

    Description

    Intake Assessor(LSW) - Day
    Pay: $34 - $43hr
    Location: 4770 Larimer Pkwy, Johnstown, CO 80534
    Schedule: Day Shift | 3x12s (7a–7p)
     
     

    About SierraVista Behavioral Healthcare

    SierraVista Behavioral Healthcare is now open in Johnstown, Colorado, offering premier acute inpatient psychiatric services to adults throughout northern Colorado. Our facility provides comprehensive, short-term stabilization and psychiatric care for individuals experiencing acute mental health crises.

    Join the Journey of Hope
    Be the first calm voice patients hear. Our Licensed Intake Assessor completes timely, trauma‑informed evaluations to guide the right level of care—right away —bringing steady energy and teamwork to our busiest hours.
     

    How You Will Make a Difference

    Initial Psychiatric Assessment

    • Conduct comprehensive mental health evaluations on incoming patients

    Crisis Intervention & Risk Assessment

    • Evaluate patients in acute psychiatric crisis
    • Determine level of risk (e.g., suicidal ideation, psychosis, aggression)
    • Implement immediate safety measures if needed
    • Decide urgency of admission or need for higher level care

    Admission & Level-of-Care Decisions

    • Determine if the patient meets criteria for inpatient psychiatric admission
    • Recommend appropriate placement:
      • Inpatient psych unit
      • Partial hospitalization (PHP)
      • Intensive outpatient (IOP)
    • Collaborate with psychiatrists or providers for final decisions

     Coordination & Communication

    • Communicate with:
      • Physicians/psychiatrists
      • Social workers and case managers
      • Emergency departments, law enforcement, or family members
    • Gather collateral information to support assessment

    What We’re Looking For

    • Active independent licensure (LSW)
    • 2+ years acute behavioral health or crisis evaluation experience.
    • Expertise in risk assessment, de‑escalation, and payer authorization processes.
    Must be 21 or older

    Why You’ll Love It Here (Full‑Time Benefits)

    • Multiple medical plan options, Vista Wellness (physician/pharmacy), Dental, Vision
    • Generous PTO and paid holidays
    • 401(k) with company contribution; Life and disability coverage
    • Tuition reimbursement up to $15,000 and student loan forgiveness programs

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