Admissions Coordinator - SUD

Intake Coordinator

What We Offer:

• Purpose-Driven Work – Make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals, families, and communities throughout Western Massachusetts.
• Professional Growth – Access ongoing training, mentorship, career development, and advancement opportunities across one of the region's largest behavioral health organizations.
• Supportive Team Culture – Join a collaborative workplace guided by our HEART values:
  Humanity, Empowerment, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork.
• Stability & Opportunity – Build your career with a well-established organization serving Western Massachusetts since 1938.
• Comprehensive Benefits – Generous PTO, 403(b), educational assistance, medical, dental, vision, employee assistance programs, and more.
• Certified Great Place to Work – Work for an organization recognized for creating a positive and engaging employee experience.

What You Will Do:

The Intake Coordinator engages individuals seeking services in a professional, compassionate, and efficient manner to complete intake screenings and determine the most appropriate level of care and services. This position serves as a key point of contact for referral sources, clients, and program staff, ensuring timely communication, accurate documentation, and coordination of admissions and referrals. The Intake Coordinator utilizes knowledge of community resources, insurance verification processes, and ASAM Criteria to support individuals in accessing appropriate substance use disorder and behavioral health services.

Essential Job Functions

• Navigate intake databases and complete required intake forms accurately and efficiently.
• Verify client insurance coverage and benefits accurately.
• Engage individuals in obtaining answers to intake questions in a proficient, respectful, and professional manner.
• Clearly communicate admission expectations and program information to individuals served.
• Schedule intake appointments for outpatient services at the time of referral.
• Assist staff in determining when individuals may require referral to a higher or lower level of care.
• Ensure aftercare needs are addressed when coordinating admissions.
• Identify situations requiring transfer to crisis services or emergency responders based on risk assessment workflows and training.
• Develop and maintain knowledge of ASAM Levels of Care and available behavioral health and substance use disorder programs and resources.

Who You Are:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Prior SUD intake experience preferred.
• Experience verifying insurance benefits preferred.
• General knowledge of substance use disorder treatment and behavioral health services.
• Strong computer proficiency, including email, databases, and electronic health records (EHR).
• Knowledge of community resources and behavioral health programming preferred.

PAY: $22.00-$24.00

SHIFT:
Sunday (8am-4:30pm), Monday (11:30am-8pm), Tuesday (8am-4:30pm), Wednesday (8am-4:30pm) Thursday (8am-4:30pm)

FRIDAY AND SATURDAY OFF

We Hire for HEART!

Since 1938, BHN has delivered high-quality, culturally responsive behavioral health care, building deep roots in Western Massachusetts while expanding our impact in communities throughout the state. Our core values—Humanity, Empowerment, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork—guide how we lead, serve, and support one another. If you're ready to bring your skills and experience to a mission-driven organization where your work can make a meaningful difference, we'd love to hear from you.