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Intake Assessor Licensed RN - Day

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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