RN Intake Assessor, Behavioral Health at CommuniCare Health Services

, , United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

03 Oct, 26

Salary

35.0

Posted On

05 Jul, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Psychiatric Assessment, Crisis Intervention, Risk Assessment, De-escalation, Payer Authorization, Trauma-Informed Care, Mental Health Evaluation, Patient Coordination

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Job Address: 1223 Market Avenue North Canton, OH 44714 Licensed RN Intake Assessor $12,500 Sign On Bonus! Pay: $28 - $35h Location: Canton, OH Schedule: Day Shift | 3x12s (7a–7p) About Sunrise Vista Behavioral Health - Canton Our team at Sunrise Vista Health and Wellness is forward–thinking and provides care for behavioral health. Our focus is on offering behavioral health treatment programs that will set up clients for lifelong success. 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: o Inpatient psych unit o Partial hospitalization (PHP) o Intensive outpatient (IOP) Collaborate with psychiatrists or providers for final decisions Coordination & Communication Communicate with: o Physicians/psychiatrists o Social workers and case managers o Emergency departments, law enforcement, or family members Gather collateral information to support assessment What We’re Looking For Active independent licensure (RN) 2+ years acute behavioral health or crisis evaluation experience. Expertise in risk assessment, de‑escalation, and payer authorization processes. 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 SEO Keywords Intake Clinician, Licensed Assessor, Psychiatric Admissions, Behavioral Health Intake Jobs in Canton, OH Since 1984, CommuniCare Family of Companies has been committed to delivering exceptional person-centered care as a national leader in post-acute care for those that are chronically ill or have complex conditions. Our more than 150 skilled nursing, assisted living, and long-term care facilities deliver sophisticated and transformative care to nearly 16,000 residents and patients at any given time. CommuniCare employs more than 19,000 employees across six states (Ohio, Indiana, Maryland, Virginia, West Virginia and Pennsylvania). As a family owned and operated company, family and heart are woven into every aspect of our continuum of care. Our mission, to serve with pride, is evident and a quality residents, families and community partners have come to expect and trust. Dedicated to improving the lives of seniors, we put extraordinary service above all else. We continue to raise the bar and innovate wherever possible to deliver a higher quality of life for those far beyond our facilities. Because of this, our facilities are a better place for residents to live, patients to stay, employees to work and families to heal.

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive mental health evaluations and risk assessments for incoming patients in acute psychiatric crisis. Determine the appropriate level of care and coordinate admissions with psychiatrists and multidisciplinary teams.