Sr. Clinical Admissions Specialist

Flourish Health•Washington, DC

10d•$92,000 - $95,900•Remote

About The Position

Flourish Health is dedicated to improving access to timely, high-quality mental health care for adolescents, young adults, and families. We specialize in serving those navigating complex symptoms and systems with compassion and urgency. This role is crucial for connecting families with the right care quickly and effectively, acting as the first point of contact. The Sr. Clinical Admissions Specialist will conduct brief mental health assessments, complete necessary documentation, and determine the most appropriate care pathway for families, either within Flourish or through external referrals. This position is ideal for clinicians who excel at assessment, formulation, clinical decision-making, and are motivated by helping families access care. The role requires a balance of clinical rigor, speed, empathy, and practicality, with experience in motivational interviewing to address challenges like appointment adherence, treatment ambivalence, and low engagement.

Requirements

Master’s degree in a clinical discipline, fully licensed for a minimum of 2yrs (LCSW, LMFT, LPC, LCMHC, or equivalent)
8+ years of relevant patient experience or equivalent performance
Experience conducting brief assessments and/or triage, ideally in a remote or telehealth setting
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Comfort navigating changing workflows in a scaling organization
Intrinsic motivation to connect patients and families with the right care as quickly as possible
Must be 18 years or older

Nice To Haves

Feels energized by assessment and triage, facilitating access to care, and care coordination
Can work independently while staying closely aligned with a larger team
Is flexible and open to change as workflows evolve
Has patience and skill working with families who may be overwhelmed, skeptical, or hard to reach
Takes pride in doing things thoroughly and efficiently
Is eager to jump in and support the team where they’re needed

Responsibilities

Complete brief mental health assessments and triage for adolescents, young adults, and families via telehealth
Determine clinical fit, risk level, and appropriate next steps—within Flourish or through external referrals
Complete timely, high-quality documentation and follow-up for each assessment
Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams including therapists, care advocates, and operations partners
Use clinical judgment to meet families where they are—motivating engagement while maintaining appropriate clinical boundaries
Support with clinical administrative work as needed