Intake Counselor
Company: Reno Behavioral Healthcare Hospital
Location: Reno
Posted on: January 20, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description The Intake Counselor will help
assess the needs of walk-in and telephone callers and ensure their
referral to the service or resource to best address their needs.
Responsibilities and Duties Responds to telephone and face-to-face
inquiries from persons seeking mental health care or information
about mental health-related services. Conducts screenings or
assessments to determine needs of treatment and facilitates the
patient's access to the appropriate level of care and setting.
Assumes responsibility in maintaining a safe, orderly and
therapeutic physical environment for all patients. Demonstrates
good skills in assessing client's crisis and clinical indicators
via phone and in-person - documenting such. Prepares written report
of assessment results in a timely manner (immediately following
completed assessment) and includes recommendations for the level of
care and treatment needs. Makes appropriate interventions during
assessments, and crisis situations with clients, family/friends and
other professional staff. Assists clients who are not admitted into
a program with follow through of clinical referrals and
recommendations. Provides pertinent clinical information to
physician and program staff who will be reviewing the patient, to
ensure a smooth transition for the patient. Requirements Masters
degree in Social Work or related field required Nevada State
Clinical licensure (LCSW, LSW, RN, etc.) preferred Experience in a
Behavioral Health facility strongly preferred Knowledge of
diagnostic criteria Knowledgeable of patient rights and laws
pertaining to mental health Benefits We proudly offer the following
benefits available 1st of the month following just one month of
employment: Competitive rates Tuition reimbursement Comprehensive
package of benefits to include: Medical Dental Vision Life, Pet,
Identity Theft Insurance 401k Generous paid time off Short Term and
Long Term Disability
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