Director of Referral and Assessment, Psychiatric and Substance Use Disorder Facility

NewVista Behavioral Health

11h•Onsite

About The Position

As the Director of Referral and Assessment, you will lead the admissions and assessment process, ensuring every individual receives compassionate and professional guidance at the very start of their recovery journey. At SierraVista, our mission is to inspire hope and deliver holistic care to those facing acute psychiatric conditions and substance use disorders. We provide a safe, healing environment where patients gain the life skills needed to achieve long-term recovery and independence.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, or related field required
3+ years of experience in admissions, assessment, or referral coordination in behavioral health.
Knowledge of psychiatric and substance use disorder treatment pathways.
Must be 21 years or older.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree preferred.
Clinical licensure (LCSW, LPC, LMFT, or equivalent) strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Oversee the referral, intake, and assessment functions of the facility.
Build and maintain relationships with referral sources, hospitals, physicians, and community partners.
Supervise and train admissions and assessment staff to provide timely, accurate evaluations.
Ensure all assessments align with clinical, ethical, and regulatory standards.
Collaborate with clinical and medical leadership to determine appropriate level of care and treatment planning.
Track referral trends, admissions data, and outcomes to drive process improvements.
Maintain a patient-centered approach that emphasizes empathy, professionalism, and confidentiality.