Job Description - Intake Assessor Licensed RN - Day
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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