ASSESSMENT COORD (BA/BSW)

Skywood Recovery; Augusta (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

401(k) with company match

Generous PTO

Tuition assistance

Student loan reimbursement

Job summary

Skywood Recovery Center seeks an Assessment Coordinator to oversee the assessment department and coordinate admissions for detox and other patients.

You will conduct biopsychosocial assessments, determine levels of care, and ensure timely documentation while coordinating with physicians, nursing, and clinical staff to promote safe, compliant admissions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a health or human services field.
• 1–3 years of experience in assessment or admissions.
• Knowledge of ASAM Criteria and regulatory standards.
• Experience in detox or behavioral health settings preferred.
• Strong communication and crisis management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversees the daily workflow of the Assessment Department.
• Conducts comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments and determines level of care.
• Coordinates admission documentation and releases for regulatory compliance.
• Provides crisis intervention and risk assessments for patients.
• Collaborates with physicians, nursing, UM, and clinical staff.
• Ensures regulatory and payer requirements are met during admissions.
• Participates in quality improvement and staff education initiatives.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Biopsychosocial assessment

Motivational interviewing

Trauma-informed care

Communication skills

Risk assessment

De-escalation

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

EMR software

Microsoft Office

Timekeeping software

Job description

Responsibilities

Skywood Recovery Center is a residential treatment facility offering integrated treatment for addiction and mental health conditions. Skywood Recovery provides individual and group therapy, experiential therapy, equine and art therapy, and yoga. Located in Augusta, MI, a convenient drive from Kalamazoo and Lansing, MI, the campus offers a restorative environment with opportunity to enjoy the outdoors.

For more information, please visit: www.skywoodrecoverty.com

Skywood is part of one the nation’s largest and most respected hospital management companies, Universal Health Services, Inc. UHS is one of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation, our annual revenues were $11.4 billion in 2019. In 2020, UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; in 2019, ranked #293 on the Fortune 500; and in 2017, listed #275 in Forbes inaugural ranking of America’s Top 500 Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has more than 90,000 employees and through its subsidiaries operates 26 acute care hospitals, 328 behavioral health facilities, 42 outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located in 37 U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom.

For additional information on the Company, visit our web site: http://www.uhsinc.com.

Qualifications

Position Summary

The Assessment Coordinator provides clinical oversight of the Assessment area and coordinates the assessment process for all prospective patients, including detox patients. This position is responsible for conducting comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments, determining appropriate levels of care, coordinating admissions, managing crisis situations during the intake process, and ensuring all required clinical and regulatory documentation is completed accurately and timely. The Assessment Coordinator serves as a liaison between physicians, nursing, UM, and clinical staff to facilitate safe, efficient admissions while promoting exceptional patient care and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree

Related Work Experience

1 - 3 Years Required

Licensure/Certificate/Registration

3 - 5 Years Preferred

Bachelor's level degree

Specialized Skills And Knowledge

• Thorough knowledge of substance use disorders, detoxification, co-occurring disorders, and behavioral health treatment.
• Strong clinical assessment, crisis intervention, suicide risk assessment, and de-escalation skills.
• Knowledge of ASAM Criteria and level of care determinations.
• Knowledge of Joint Commission, CMS, HIPPA, state licensing regulations, and behavioral health documentation standards.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong understanding of motivational interviewing and trauma-informed care.
• Ability to prioritize multiple assessments and admissions while responding effectively during crisis situations.
• Ability to effectively manage behavioral excalations and support staff during crisis situations.
• Knowledge of patient supervision, safety monitoring, and incident reporting requirements.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

Essential Job Duties/Responsibilities

• Oversees the daily workflow of the Assessment Department, coordinating assessments, admissions, detox intakes, and patient flow to ensure efficient operations.
• Conducts comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments, evaluates patients for appropriate level of care, and collaborates with providers regarding admission recommendations.
• Coordinates admission documentation, consents, releases, and clinical records to ensure compliance with regulatory and organizational standards.
• Provides crisis intervention, risk assessment, suicide assessments, behavioral de-escalation, and clinical support for assessment and detox patients while ensuring patient and staff safety.
• Coordinates communication between providers, nursing, UM, and clinical staff to facilitate timely admissions and continuity of care.
• Provides patient orientation, explains program expectation, patient rights, treatment processes, and facilitates a smooth transition into treatment services.
• Reviews documentation for quality, accuracy, and timeliness while ensuring compliance with Joint Commission, state, and payer requirements.
• Participates in quality improvement initiatives, staff education, policy development, and departmental process improvement activities.
• Performs other duties as assigned/required by this position.

Primary Equipment/Applications Used

Computer/Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite. Experience utilizing EMR and timekeeping software preferred.

Bloodborne Pathogens Exposure

This position may involve potential exposure to blood or bodily fluids. The employee is expected to follow all established infection control and personal protective equipment protocols.

Principal Contacts

Leadership, vendors, patients, staff

Benefit Highlights

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its Subsidiaries
• Competitive Compensation
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Free Basic Life Insurance
• Student Loan Reimbursement
• Tuition Assistance

UHS is a registered trademark of UHS of Delaware, Inc., the management company for Universal Health Services, Inc. and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Universal Health Services, Inc. Universal Health Services, Inc. is a holding company and operates through its subsidiaries including its management company, UHS of Delaware, Inc. All healthcare and management operations are conducted by subsidiaries of Universal Health Services, Inc. To the extent any reference to "UHS or UHS facilities" on this website including any statements, articles or other publications contained herein relates to our healthcare or management operations it is referring to Universal Health Services' subsidiaries including UHS of Delaware. Further, the terms "we," "us," "our" or "the company" in such context similarly refer to the operations of Universal Health Services' subsidiaries including UHS of Delaware. Any employment referenced in this website is not with Universal Health Services, Inc. but solely with one of its subsidiaries including but not limited to UHS of Delaware, Inc.

EEO Statement

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.

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Applicants as well as employees who or become disabled must be able to perform the essential job funtions either unaided or with reasonable accommodation. The organization shall determine reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis in accordance with applicable law.