Intake Assessor (Day)
Arch Vista•Saint Louis, MO
•$26 - $38•Onsite
About The Position
Arch Vista is a comprehensive mental health and addiction treatment facility offering 24/7 medical detox, addiction recovery, inpatient psychiatric care, PHP and IOP. We serve adults across Missouri with compassionate, evidence-based treatment in a modern, welcoming environment. As a Licensed Intake Assessor, you will be the first calm voice patients hear, completing timely, trauma-informed evaluations to guide the right level of care immediately. This role requires steady energy and teamwork during our busiest hours.
Requirements
- Active independent licensure (e.g., LCSW / PLPC / RN)
- 2+ years acute behavioral health or crisis evaluation experience.
- Expertise in risk assessment, de-escalation, and payer authorization processes.
Responsibilities
- Complete biopsychosocial assessments, suicide and violence risk screens (e.g., C-SSRS), and ASAM when indicated.
- Obtain collateral, verify benefits, and coordinate bed placement with nursing/medical leadership.
- Consult with the on-call psychiatrist/NP; formulate provisional diagnoses and recommendations.
- Document clearly in the EMR and communicate decisions to patients, families, and referral sources.
- Coordinate with rounding providers and daytime interdisciplinary teams to keep care plans moving.
- Support safe discharges and smooth handoffs to evening/night teams.
Benefits
- Multiple medical plan options
- Vista Wellness (physician/pharmacy)
- Dental
- Vision
- Generous PTO
- Paid holidays
- 401(k) with company contribution
- Life and disability coverage
- Tuition reimbursement up to $15,000
- Student loan forgiveness programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
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