California Licensed Virtual Intake Therapist

Job Summary

To serve as the clinical front door for prospective members across California clinics, the part-time California Licensed Virtual Intake Therapist will conduct comprehensive intake assessments, determine appropriate care pathways for individuals living with serious mental illness, and ensure smooth coordination with clinic teams in a fully remote environment.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct virtual biopsychosocial assessments, mental status exams, and risk assessments for individuals inquiring about services
• Determine clinical appropriateness for Amae's integrated SMI care model and provide referrals when necessary
• Interface with Clinic Directors and care teams to ensure effective patient hand-offs and maintain accurate intake documentation

Required qualifications

• Active license to practice as a therapist in California (e.g., LCSW, LMFT, LPCC, or Licensed Psychologist)
• Master's or Doctoral degree in social work, psychology, counseling, or a related clinical field
• Prior experience conducting clinical intake assessments and diagnostic evaluations, ideally in a PHP/IOP or community mental health setting
• Direct experience working with serious mental illness populations, including psychotic spectrum and mood disorders
• Strong working knowledge of risk assessment and crisis safety planning