Behavioral Health Assessment & Admissions Specialist

Lifepoint Health; McKinney (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

Financial Protection & PTO

Financial & Career Growth

Employee Well-being

Professional Development

Job summary

Collin Springs is seeking an Assessment Specialist to support behavioral health services in McKinney, TX. The role emphasizes initial evaluation, level-of-care determinations, and patient referrals within a hospital setting.

You will engage with patients, families and physicians, ensuring timely assessments and accurate documentation. A nursing or social work background is required, with CPR/De-escalation certification or within 30 days of hire.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in Nursing or Master’s degree in Social Work/Counseling required.
• Current clinical, social work or RN license as required by state regulations.
• CPR and De-escalation certification required or within 30 days of hire.
• Prior experience in a psychiatric healthcare facility with adults and geriatrics preferred; strong clinical assessment skills.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates response to requests for services, including initial response, assessment, referral, level of care, admission, and follow-up.
• Conducts initial evaluation, initiates assessment, documents symptoms and needs, informs MD for LOC determination.
• Demonstrates excellent customer service to patients, physicians, visitors, and coworkers.

Skills

Customer service

EMTALA knowledge

Emergency Detention

Education

Associate’s Degree in Nursing

Master’s degree in Social Work/Counseling

Job description

Collin Springs is seeking an Assessment Specialist to support behavioral health services in McKinney, TX. The role emphasizes initial evaluation, level-of-care determinations, and patient referrals within a hospital setting.

You will engage with patients, families and physicians, ensuring timely assessments and accurate documentation. A nursing or social work background is required, with CPR/De-escalation certification or within 30 days of hire.