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Assessment Specialist- Behavioral Health,Nights

Part-time

Piedmont Healthcare

Snellville, GAPart-timeNo compensation foundPosted 3w agoVerified open 5 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
No compensation found
Location
Snellville, GA
Schedule
Part-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Licensed To Perform Clinical Assessments To Determine Level Of Care Needs And To Provide A Diagnostic ImpressionCurrent Licensure As A Mental Health Professional, Such As A Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW), Licensed Associate Professional Counselor (LAPC), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Associate Marriage Family Therapist (LAMFT), Licensed Marriage And Family Therapist (LMFT), Or RN License In The State Of GeorgiaBCLS - Basic Life Support American Red Cross Or American Heart Association Basic Life Support Course (BLS Or BCLS) And CertificationCPI Certified Within 90 Days Of HireAssociate's degree

Job overview

Piedmont Healthcare is hiring an Assessment Specialist- Behavioral Health,Nights. The Assessment Specialist coordinates the pre-admission assessment process and provides clinical assessments for potential patients. This role responds to calls for information related to psychiatric resources and inquiries about psychiatric services. The specialist assists callers in accessing appropriate services and works collaboratively with the Intake team to perform behavioral health assessments and coordinate psychiatric resources.

Key focus areas include Coordinate the pre-admission assessment process, Provide clinical assessments for potential patients, and Respond to all calls for information related to psychiatric resources.

Successful candidates bring Master's Degree In Social Work, Counseling, Marriage And Family Therapy Or Related Field And Professional License As An Independent Mental Health Professional Within The State Of Georgia, Associate's Degree In Nursing, and 3 Years Of Experience In A Behavioral Healthcare Setting Performing Clinical Assessments Or In A Clinical Treatment Setting. Important skills include Clinical Assessments, Behavioral Health Assessments, and Diagnostic And Statistical Manual.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Clinical AssessmentsBehavioral Health AssessmentsDiagnostic and Statistical Manual

Qualifications

Master's Degree in Social Work, Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy or Related Field and Professional License as an Independent Mental Health Professional Within the State of GeorgiaAssociate's Degree in Nursing3 Years of Experience in a Behavioral Healthcare Setting Performing Clinical Assessments or in a Clinical Treatment SettingLicensed to Perform Clinical Assessments to Determine Level of Care Needs and to Provide a Diagnostic ImpressionCurrent Licensure as a Mental Health Professional, Such as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW), Licensed Associate Professional Counselor (LAPC), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Associate Marriage Family Therapist (LAMFT), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), or RN License in the State of GeorgiaBCLS - Basic Life Support American Red Cross or American Heart Association Basic Life Support Course (BLS or BCLS) and CertificationCPI Certified Within 90 Days of HireMaster's Degree in Nursing

Full job description

Overview The Assessment Specialist, in conjunction with the Intake Manager, coordinates the pre-admission assessment process and provides clinical assessments for potential patients. The Assessment Specialist responds to all calls for information related to psychiatric resources and inquiries about psychiatric services offered. The Assessment Specialist assists callers with accessing the most appropriate level of service and service provider, to meet the needs of the patient. This position works collaboratively with the Intake team to perform behavioral health assessments and coordinate psychiatric resources and information for patients.

 

PRN SCHEDULE: AS NEEDED, EACH SHIFT 12 HOURS

Responsibilities This position in conjunction with the Intake Manager, coordinates the pre-admission assessment process and provides clinical assessments for potential patients. The Assessment Specialist responds to all calls for information related to psychiatric resources and inquiries about psychiatric services offered. The Assessment Specialist assists callers with accessing the most appropriate level of service and service provider, to meet the needs of the patient. This position works collaboratively with the Intake team to perform behavioral health assessments and coordinate psychiatric resources and information for patients.

 

PRN SCHEDULE: AS NEEDED, EACH SHIFT 12 HOURS

Qualifications Education

  • Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy or related field and holds a professional license as an independent mental health professional within the State of Georgia Required or

  • Associate’s Degree in Nursing Required

  • Master’s degree in Nursing Preferred

Work Experience

  • 3 years of experience in a behavioral healthcare setting performing clinical assessments or in a clinical treatment setting Required

Licenses and Certifications

  • Licensed to perform clinical assessments to determine level of care needs and to provide a diagnostic impression according to the current version of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual Upon Hire Required and

  • Must hold and maintain current licensure as a mental health professional, such as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW), Licensed Associate Professional Counselor (LAPC), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Associate Marriage Family Therapist (LAMFT), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), or RN license in the State of Georgia Upon Hire Required and

  • BCLS - Basic Life Support American Red Cross or American Heart Association Basic Life Support Course (BLS or BCLS) and Certification Upon Hire Required and

  • CPI Certified within 90 days of hire within 90 Days Required

Business Unit : Company Name Piedmont Healthcare Corporate

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