Director of Referral and Assessment, Psychiatric and Substance Use Disorder Facility

Job Address:

4770 Larimer Pkwy
Johnstown, CO 80534


Director of Referral and Assessment –

Psychiatric & Substance Use Disorder Facility

Location: 4770 Larimer Parkway, Johnstown, Colorado
Schedule: Full-Time, Monday–Friday (with on-call responsibilities)

Pay Range: $90,000- $115,000

About Us

At SierraVista, our mission is to inspire hope and deliver holistic care to those facing acute psychiatric conditions and substance use disorders. We provide a safe, healing environment where patients gain the life skills needed to achieve long-term recovery and independence.

What You’ll Do

As the Director of Referral and Assessment, you will lead the admissions and assessment process, ensuring every individual receives compassionate and professional guidance at the very start of their recovery journey. You will:

• Oversee the referral, intake, and assessment functions of the facility.
• Build and maintain relationships with referral sources, hospitals, physicians, and community partners.
• Supervise and train admissions and assessment staff to provide timely, accurate evaluations.
• Ensure all assessments align with clinical, ethical, and regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with clinical and medical leadership to determine appropriate level of care and treatment planning.
• Track referral trends, admissions data, and outcomes to drive process improvements.
• Maintain a patient-centered approach that emphasizes empathy, professionalism, and confidentiality.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, or related field required; Master’s degree preferred.
• Clinical licensure (LCSW, LPC, LMFT, or equivalent) strongly preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in admissions, assessment, or referral coordination in behavioral health.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of psychiatric and substance use disorder treatment pathways.
• Must be 21 years or older.

Why Join Us?

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance + 401k with Company Match
• Paid Time Off + Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement (up to $15,000) & Student Loan Forgiveness Programs
• Career Growth & Leadership Development Opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program

Apply Today

Be the first point of hope and healing for individuals seeking recovery. Join us in honoring Ethan’s story and helping others take their first step toward a sustainable path to recovery.