Assessment Coordinator, Behavioral Health

Lifepoint Health; Olde West Chester (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

PTO and leave options

Tuition assistance

Well-being programs

Professional development

Job summary

Beckett Springs, part of Lifepoint Health, seeks an Assessment Coordinator for Behavioral Health in Olde West Chester, Ohio. This part-time night-shift role focuses on assessing walk-in and phone callers, scheduling initial psychiatric assessments, and coordinating admissions to support treatment for substance use, dual diagnosis, or emotional disorders.

You will work with the Care Coordination team, maintain forms and supplies, and help triage patients to the appropriate services.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required (preferred).
• Previous experience in a psychiatric healthcare facility with chemical dependency, dual diagnosis, psychiatric, or geriatric patients preferred; strong clinical assessment skills required.
• CPR and de-escalation certification required within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assess walk-in and phone callers to determine services or referrals and schedule initial psychiatric assessments.
• Answer inquiries, present treatment options, document calls, and set appointments.
• Collaborate with business office staff to ensure an efficient admission process and triage patients as appropriate.
• Provide clerical support to the Care Coordination Manager and team, including data entry.
• Maintain stock of forms and supplies for the Care Coordination Department.
• Check in patient belongings, process consent forms, and coordinate admission paperwork.

Skills

CPR certification

De-escalation skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Assessment Coordinator, Behavioral Health

Part-time, Night Shift

Your experience matters

Beckett Springs is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As an Assessment Coordinator joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ® . Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

How you'll contribute

• Assess walk‑in and phone callers to determine appropriate services or referrals and schedule initial psychiatric assessments for individuals seeking treatment for substance abuse, dual diagnosis, or emotional disorders.
• Answer inquiry calls regarding treatment and facility services, present treatment options, document calls, and set appointments for callers seeking treatment.
• Collaborate with business office staff to ensure an efficient admission process and refer or triage patients to other treatment sources when appropriate.
• Provide clerical support to the Care Coordination Manager and team, including data entry into the electronic record system.
• Maintain an appropriate stock of forms and supplies to support the Care Coordination Department.
• Check in patient belongings, process consent forms, and coordinate admission paperwork.

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits : Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage - benefit options for part-time and PRN employees, and more.
• Financial Protection & PTO : Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth : Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being : Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development : Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What we're looking for

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED (preferred). Additional requirements include:

• Previous experience in a psychiatric healthcare facility with chemical dependency, dual diagnosis, psychiatric, or geriatric patients preferred; strong clinical assessment skills required
• CPR and de-escalation certification required within 30 days of hire

More about Beckett Springs

Beckett Springs is a 48-bed behavioral health hospital that has been offering exceptional care to the West Chester community for over 10 years. We are proud to be Accredited by The Joint Commission and be recognized for the Psych Armor Certification.

EEOC Statement

\" Beckett Springs is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Beckett Springs is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.\"