--- title: Intake Specialist at 3 Rivers Therapy in Kennewick, WA description: 3 Rivers Therapy is hiring for the Intake Specialist role in Kennewick, WA. Pays $36.65–$46.35 per hour. See the full description and apply. type: job url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/intake-specialist-at-three-rivers-therapy-01a17a71-6628-76c3-a423-15110be6007f date: 2026-11-15T01:26:44Z og_description: Join 3 Rivers Therapy as Intake Specialist in Kennewick, WA. Pays $36.65–$46.35 per hour. Full-time role. og_image: https://www.foundrole.com/og/jf2pbu.png breadcrumbs: - label: Home url: https://www.foundrole.com/ - label: Search url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs --- | | | |---|---| | **Company** | 3 Rivers Therapy | | **Location** | Kennewick, WA | | **Salary** | $36.65/hr - $46.35/hr | | **Type** | Full Time | | **Posted** | Oct 26, 2026 | ## Is this job real? **Ghost job check:** A · Low risk. Probably a real opening. ## Visa sponsorship - **H-1B:** No H-1B sponsorship on record for 3 Rivers Therapy. - **E-Verify:** No E-Verify enrollment on record for 3 Rivers Therapy. ## Pay for similar jobs Most similar jobs pay $47,000 – $58,000 a year (median $47,000). ## Description **About the Role and Impact** As a Behavioral Health Intake Specialist, you are often the first point of connection for individuals seeking support, and that first interaction matters. This role plays a key part in shaping each client’s experience from the very beginning, helping them feel heard, supported, and confident in what comes next. You will guide individuals and families through the intake process with empathy and clarity, completing screenings, using clinical judgment to assess needs, and coordinating care with a multidisciplinary team. Your work ensures each client is connected to the right level of care at the right time, creating a strong foundation for their treatment journey. If you are someone who combines strong clinical judgment with a genuine passion for helping others, this role offers the opportunity to make an immediate impact. We offer supervised clinical experience that will support your progress toward licensure, while helping you build confidence in assessment, care coordination, and clinical decision making in a supportive, growth focused environment. **What You’ll Do** - Conduct initial assessments to gather comprehensive information about clients' mental health history, concerns, and goals. - Determine provisional mental health diagnosis and develop treatment recommendations. Administer screening tools to evaluate clients' mental health status and determine appropriate levels of care. - Provide support, education, and guidance to clients and their families regarding available mental health services, resources, and treatment options. - Adhere to ethical and legal standards of practice, including client confidentiality and informed consent. - Provide crisis intervention and support to clients experiencing acute mental health crises, including coordinating emergency services and referrals. **What You’ll Bring and What You’ll Get** **What You’ll Bring** - Master’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or related field - Minimum of 2 years of experience in behavioral health or a related field - Experience working with both children and adult populations - Eligibility for Agency Affiliated Counselor status - Strong communication skills and the ability to build trust quickly - Solid understanding of mental health conditions and treatment approaches - Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team - Strong organizational skills and attention to detail - Experience with electronic health records and clinical documentation **What You’ll Get** - The ability to focus on meaningful client care, with operational support behind you - A collaborative, team driven environment where people show up for each other - A culture built on growth, accountability, and engagement - Work that makes a real difference in the lives of individuals and families - Ongoing opportunities to grow your clinical skills and advance your career **Benefits** - 12 paid holidays plus 2 floating holidays - Up to 2 weeks PTO in your first year, based on hours worked - Up to 6.5 days paid sick leave, based on hours worked - Retirement plan with competitive matching - Health, dental, and vision insurance - Employer paid life insurance - Flexible work options and employee support resources - Professional development program with annual funding to support continuing education, certifications, and career growth ## Skills - Decision Making - Informed Consent - Care Coordination - Clinical Documentation - Professional Documentation in Health Care - Confidentiality - Crisis Intervention - Behavioral Health - Coordinating - Attention to Detail - Counseling - Ability to Work Independently - Organizational Skills - Clinical Experience - Communication - Electronic Health Records (Ehr) ## Benefits - Professional Development - Health Insurance - Dental Insurance - Vision Insurance - Life Insurance - Paid Time Off (Pto) - Sick Leave - Floating Holidays - Other Retirement and Savings ## Related - [Legal & Compliance jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/legal-and-compliance?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Paralegal & Legal Support jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/legal-and-compliance/paralegal-and-legal-support?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Legal Intake Specialist jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/legal-and-compliance/paralegal-and-legal-support/legal-intake-specialist?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Browse all companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) ## Related pages - [Washington](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/washington?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 61444 jobs - [Mental Health Care](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors/healthcare/mental-health-care?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 26580 jobs ## Browse - [Companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs by country](https://www.foundrole.com/locations?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs in the United States by state and city](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [H1B sponsors by location](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-sponsors?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [H1B salaries](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-salaries?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Sectors and industries](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs by career field](https://www.foundrole.com/careers?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Latest jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/latest?utm_source=ai_markdown)