Assessment Specialist-Behavioral Health, Days

Piedmont; Snellville (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Career development programs

Schedule flexibility

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Snellville, Georgia is seeking an experienced Assessment Specialist in Behavioral Health. This full-time role involves coordinating clinical assessments and responding to psychiatric service inquiries. The ideal candidate holds a Master's Degree in a related field, possesses a professional license, and has at least three years of experience in a behavioral healthcare setting. Join a supportive team where you can contribute to positive patient outcomes and enjoy flexible scheduling.

Qualifications

• Must have a professional license as a mental health professional in Georgia.
• Three years of experience in a behavioral healthcare setting.
• Certification in Basic Life Support required.
• American Red Cross or American Heart Association BLS/BCLS certification and CPI certification within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the pre-admission assessment process for potential patients.
• Provide clinical assessments and respond to inquiries about psychiatric services.
• Collaborate with the Intake team for behavioral health assessments.

Skills

Clinical assessments

Behavioral healthcare experience

Collaboration

Education

Master’s Degree in Social Work, Counseling, or related field

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing

Job description

Assessment Specialist-Behavioral Health, Days

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Experience the advantages of real career change. Join Piedmont to move your career in the right direction. Stay for the diverse teams you’ll love, a shared purpose, and schedule flexibility that frees you to live for what matters both in and outside of work. You’ll feel valued, motivated to be your best, and recognized for your contributions to exceptional patient outcomes. Piedmont leaders are in your corner, invested in your success. Our wellness programs and comprehensive total benefits and rewards meet your needs today and help you plan for the future.

Business Unit: Piedmont Healthcare Corporate

Responsibilities

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.

Qualifications

Minimum Education Required: 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 or; an Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing, Master’s preferred, with experience as outlined below.

Minimum Experience Required: Three (3) years of experience in a behavioral healthcare setting performing clinical assessments or in a clinical treatment setting.

Minimum Licensure/Certification Required By Law: 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 required. 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 (for RN prefer at least 3 years in an applicable mental health environment) in the State of Georgia.

Additional Qualifications: American Red Cross or American Heart Association Basic Life Support Course (BLS or BCLS) and Certification. CPI Certified within 90 days of hire required.

Seniority Level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment Type

• Full-time

Job Function

• Education and Training

Industry

• Hospitals and Health Care