Behavioral Health Admissions Director

Embark Behavioral Health • Ashburn, VA

4d • $80,000 - $90,000 • Onsite

About The Position

We’re hiring a fully licensed therapist as Admissions Director to lead intake, assessments, and enrollment for an outpatient behavioral health clinic serving adolescents and young adults in IOP/PHP programs. This role blends clinical oversight with relationship-building—guiding families through the admissions process while ensuring appropriate level-of-care decisions and compliance with Virginia standards.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in a relevant field is required.
• Full clinical licensure in Virginia (LCSW, LCPC, LMFT) required. A provisional license can not be accepted for this role.
• 1–2 years of experience conducting behavioral health assessments.
• Proficiency in administering suicide screening tools such as the C-SSRS.
• Strong verbal and written communication abilities.
• Effective problem-solving, prioritization, and decision-making skills.
• Strong organizational and time management capabilities.
• Collaborative team player.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, results-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Educate families and referral sources about services, facilitate admissions process, conduct intake assessments, and provide resources when appropriate. Review insurance coverage and financial responsibilities with families to ensure transparency.
• Work closely with clinical, administrative, and billing teams to coordinate admissions; supervise Case Managers; and participate in leadership meetings to align on strategy and census needs.
• Maintain accurate records in Salesforce and BestNotes, complete required clinical documentation, and ensure all legal documents and consents are properly handled in compliance with regulatory standards.
• Engage in special events, build relationships with referral partners, and collaborate with marketing and admissions teams to support tours and community engagement.
• Perform clinical duties as needed, assist with application reviews, and complete all required training to support program needs and uphold quality care standards.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance – Multiple plan options including PPO and HDHPs with HSA eligibility and company contributions.
• Paid Parental Leave – Up to 6 weeks fully paid for exempt employees and 4 weeks for non-exempt.
• Life & Disability Coverage – Company-paid life, AD&D, and long-term disability; voluntary life and optional short-term disability available.
• 401(k) with Company Match – Retirement savings with matching contributions after eligibility period.
• PTO & Holidays – Competitive PTO accrual plans and paid holidays throughout the year.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Free, confidential support for life’s challenges.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level