Requirements: Prior intake, assessment, admission and crisis intervention experience with a psychiatric mental health population required preferably in an inpatient setting Registered Nurse or Masters Degree in Counseling, Psychology or Social Work field required BSN or licensure/license eligible for LCSW, LPC, or LMFT preferred Must be at least 21 years of age Cedar Ridge Behavioral Hospital (a UHS facility) Cedar Ridge Behavioral Hospital provides inpatient and residential treatment services for youth ages 5-17, as well as inpatient, patial hospitalization and intensive outpatient services for adults ages 18+. Responsibilities The Admissions Clinician provides telephonic and in-person risk assessment and crisis intervention, initial contact with referral sources and potential patients, coordinates the referral and intake process, determines appropriate level of care, facilitates the admission process and maintains communication with referral sources, families, patients and unit staff.