Clinical Coordinator

Discovery Behavioral Health

. Coordinate admissions with the admissions department and facility .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeRemote • California • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $60,000 - $75,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in coordinating patient admissions, conducting assessments, and providing support throughout the intake process. Proficient in crisis management, case presentation, and maintaining confidentiality in mental health settings.

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Licensed In CaliforniaKnowledge Of DSM Diagnostic CriteriaCrisis Intervention ManagementIndividual And Group TherapyPatient Intake Coordination

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Hard Skills

Patient AssessmentPreliminary DiagnosisDocumentationTreatment EducationCrisis Management

Soft Skills

CommunicationInterpersonal SkillsProfessionalismEmpathyTeam Collaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

Licensed In PsychologyLicensed In Social Work

Industry Keywords

Mental HealthRecovery ProcessEating DisordersPatient RightsAPA Guidelines

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Coordinate admissions with the admissions department and facility
Support patients and their support systems through onsite assessments and admission
Schedule admission times, tours, assessments, and coordinate the intake process
Oversee patient intake, complete initial assessments, paperwork, and send information to the home office
Guide patients through pre-admission medical standard procedures as needed
Provide preliminary diagnoses and communicate them to assigned therapists and registered dietitians
Support patients and support systems during their first week and conduct check-in calls
Contact referring and outpatient treatment team members upon admission when releases are available
Conduct in-person pre-admission assessments and recommend level of care based on APA Guidelines and Discovery admissions criteria
Conduct program tours
Facilitate groups and provide meal support
Help manage the milieu and oversee patient activities and interactions
Educate patients about admission processes and treatment; review patient rights and expectations
Maintain confidentiality of outpatient programming and related activities
Travel to other facilities for training or assistance when needed
Support local programs as requested by leadership

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must be licensed/associate licensed in California
Bachelor's or Master's Degree from an accredited college or university in Psychology, Social Work, or a health-related field preferred
Licensed or license eligible in a related field preferred
Prefer three years' experience working in mental health, counseling, or eating disorders
Knowledge of DSM diagnostic criteria for adolescents and adults
Understanding of mental health, the recovery process, and requirements for sustained recovery
Ability to manage crises and utilize crisis interventions
Ability to present and manage cases professionally to obtain an appropriate length of stay
Ability to conduct individual, family, and group therapy
Clear and efficient documentation

Benefits

Comp & perks

Virtual work location
Full-time Monday-Friday schedule, 11AM-7PM
Opportunity to attend trainings at other facilities
Opportunity to provide assistance at local programs