Assessment Clinician — Help Heal Minds (Full-Time)

Lifepoint Health®; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 67,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Lifepoint Health Denver Springs in Englewood is seeking an Assessment Specialist to perform in-person and phone assessments, schedule face-to-face appointments, and coordinate with the clinical team for patient needs in a psychiatric care setting.

Qualifications include a Master’s in social work or counseling, current state licensure, CPR and CPI within 30 days, and experience with adult/geriatric patients. Full-time, M-F, with a competitive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in social work or counseling; current state licensure; Independent Licensure highly preferred.
• Experience in a psychiatric healthcare facility with adult and geriatric patients.
• CPR and CPI certified within 30 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Receives inquiry calls and assists scheduling face-to-face assessments or referrals.
• Assesses or ensures assessments by qualified mental health professionals.
• Screens for medical and behavioral emergencies.
• Performs comprehensive assessments and therapeutic care for substance use, dual diagnosis, or psychiatric disorders.
• Coordinates with clinical team to meet patient needs at the facility or community providers.
• Explains treatment to patients and families to reduce fear and improve acceptance of care.

Skills

Clinical assessment skills

Strong communication

Scheduling and triage

Education

Master's degree in social work or counseling

Job description

Lifepoint Health Denver Springs in Englewood is seeking an Assessment Specialist to perform in-person and phone assessments, schedule face-to-face appointments, and coordinate with the clinical team for patient needs in a psychiatric care setting.

Qualifications include a Master’s in social work or counseling, current state licensure, CPR and CPI within 30 days, and experience with adult/geriatric patients. Full-time, M-F, with a competitive benefits package.