Mental Health Intake Clinician

Job Address:

10270 Blacklick - Eastern Road NW
Pickerington, OH 43147


Mental Health Intake Clinician

Solero Behavioral Transitions

About Us

Solero Behavioral Transitions is a trauma-informed, person-centered outpatient treatment center supporting individuals with mental health and substance use disorders. We provide comprehensive services including diagnostic assessments, outpatient therapy, case management, and continuity-of-care planning. Our mission is to create a welcoming and supportive environment where clients can begin their recovery journey with clarity, dignity, and compassionate care.

Schedule

Shift: 3 (12hr shifts, every other wknd rotation) 7a-730pm, 7p-730am

Perks & Benefits

Healthcare & Insurance

• Medical plans with prescription coverage 3 options
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Dependent Care FSA
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA) with company match
• Dental and vision plans
• Life and accident insurance

Time Off & Financial Support

• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(k) with company match

Professional Development

• Leadership and clinical development programming
• Up to $15,000 in tuition reimbursement
• Student loan forgiveness opportunities
• Approved HRSA and STAR-LRP site

Role Overview

The Mental Health Intake Clinician is often the first point of contact for individuals seeking treatment at our outpatient center. This role is responsible for conducting comprehensive diagnostic assessments, determining appropriate levels of care, and ensuring a smooth transition into services.

This position is vital to ensuring clients feel heard, supported, and connected to the right resources from day one.

Key Responsibilities Clinical Assessment & Intake

• Conduct initial mental health and substance use diagnostic assessments using evidence-based tools.
• Evaluate client history, presenting concerns, risk level, medical needs, and social determinants of health.
• Determine level-of-care recommendations and collaboratively develop initial treatment plans.
• Facilitate crisis assessments as needed, including safety planning and referrals for higher-level care.

Care Coordination & Communication

• Communicate assessment results and clinical recommendations with clients, families, and treatment teams.
• Complete referral coordination for internal services (therapy, groups, psychiatry) and external supports when indicated.
• Ensure accurate, timely documentation in accordance with Medicaid, HIPAA, state, and federal guidelines.
• Participate in interdisciplinary staffing and treatment meetings to support client engagement and retention.

Professional Standards

• Maintain current knowledge of outpatient behavioral health regulations, TJC standards, and ethical guidelines.
• Uphold confidentiality, trauma-informed care principles, and culturally responsive engagement.
• Foster a welcoming, compassionate environment for individuals entering treatment.

Education Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Social Work with LSW and relevant clinical or assessment experience
  OR
• Masters degree in Social Work, Counseling, or a related behavioral health field

Candidate must be 21 years or older.

Required Licensure

Valid, unencumbered state licensure:

• LSW, LISW
• LPC, LPCC
• MFT, LMFT

Service Areas Outpatient Mental Health & Substance Use Services

Providing structured therapeutic interventions, case management support, and ongoing symptom monitoring for individuals needing routine or intensive outpatient services.

Intensive Outpatient & Partial Hospitalization Coordination

Collaborating with higher levels of care to ensure seamless admissions, transitions, and follow-up support.

Our Program Values

Solero Behavioral Transitions is dedicated to helping individuals build:

Resilience Skills

• Emotional strength
• Sense of self
• Optimistic outlook
• Healthy coping strategies

Practical Life Skills

• Time and money management
• Problem-solving
• Organization and follow-through
• Personal accountability

Communication Skills

• Active listening
• Interpersonal awareness
• Boundaries & expression
• Social and emotional intelligence

These foundations support long-term recovery and whole-person wellness.

Solero Behavioral Transitions
Where healing begins with understanding.