Assessment Specialist (LSW)

Memorial Physician Practices; Dublin (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans

Up to 16 days of PTO

6 paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) retirement plan

Flexible spending and health savings accounts

Earned Wage Access benefit (UKG Wallet)

Job summary

An established industry player in behavioral health is seeking an Assessment Specialist to join their compassionate team. This role involves conducting thorough assessments for patients in need of mental health and substance use treatment. You will work collaboratively with a dedicated clinical team to provide quality care and support to patients and their families. The organization values patient-centric approaches and offers a supportive environment with flexible scheduling and comprehensive benefits. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or counseling and relevant licensure required.
• Strong clinical assessment skills and experience in psychiatric healthcare preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments and ensure proper care for patients seeking treatment.
• Coordinate with clinical teams to meet patient needs effectively.

Skills

Clinical Assessment Skills

Crisis Intervention

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work

Relevant Licensure (LSW, LISW, LPC, LPCC, MFT, IMFT)

Job description

Assessment Specialist (LSW)

7pm-7am

Columbus Springs Dublin, part of Lifepoint Behavioral Health, nationally known healthcare organization with diversified delivery network with facilities from coast to coast, seeks passionate, patient-centric, and goal-oriented team members to join our team. We specialize in compassionate behavioral health services, including crisis stabilization, inpatient care, and outpatient treatment for acute mental health and substance use treatment. Our philosophy is built on a psychosocial model of care to decrease suicide rates, decrease addiction-related deaths, reverse the decline in life expectancy, and improve productivity in the communities we serve. We offer a collaborative work environment, competitive compensation, and flexible scheduling so you can focus on what really matters–providing quality patient care. Join our team in Dublin, OH,to build a career that touches lives.

Benefits

• Affordable medical, dental and vision plans provided to meet the needs of full employees and their families
• Up to 16 days of PTO for full time employees
• 6 paid holidays for full time employees
• Tuition reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts
• UKG Wallet - We've partnered with UKG Wallet, a voluntary Earned Wage Access benefit, to offer employees access to their pay on their own schedule

What you will do in this role:

• Receives inquiry calls and assists the caller with scheduling a face-to-face assessment or triage to the appropriate community referral.
• Assesses or ensures assessment by a qualified mental health professional of patients who present for assessment. Screens for medical and behavioral emergency conditions.
• Performs a comprehensive assessment and quality therapeutic care to patients seeking treatment of substance abuse, dual diagnosis or psychiatric or emotional disorders; coordinates with the clinical team/on-call physician to ensure these needs are met either at the facility or other appropriate community provider.
• Interprets treatment to patient and family to help reduce fear and other attitudes obstructing acceptance of care and continuation of treatment.
• Completes the administrative processes of admission and precertification of care with external payers, as necessary.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or counseling and relevant licensure (LSW, LISW, LPC, LPCC, MFT, IMFT)
• Valid driver’s license and a favorable Motor Vehicle Report (MVR), along with proof of insurance when using own auto.
• Ability to meet typing keyboard expectations.
• CPR and CPI certified within 30 days.
• Prior experience in a psychiatric healthcare facility working with adult and geriatric patients preferred. Must have strong clinical assessment skills.