Behavioral Health Assessment Coordinator & Referrals

Socket.dev; Richmond (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO)

401(k) Retirement Plan with Company  |

Mental health and well-being programs

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Westpark Springs, part of Lifepoint Health, is seeking an Assessment Coordinator to join our team. You will assess walk-in and phone callers, determine services, and schedule initial psychiatric assessments for treatment seekers.

In this role, you will collaborate with the Care Coordination Department to streamline admissions, document calls, coordinate intake paperwork, and support the team with data entry and forms management. A strong commitment to compassionate care is essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required (preferred).
• Basic Life Support certification within 30 days of hire.
• Experience in a psychiatric facility with adults/geriatrics preferred; strong assessment skills.

Responsibilities

• Assess walk-ins and calls to determine services and schedule initial psychiatric assessments.
• Answer inquiries about treatment and services; present options and set appointments.
• Collaborate with business office to ensure efficient admissions and referrals as needed.
• Provide clerical support to Care Coordination Manager and enter data into the EHR.
• Maintain stock of forms and supplies for Care Coordination.
• Check in belongings, process consent forms, coordinate admission paperwork.
• Schedule assessments, orient to units, assist with discharges and send docs to referral sources.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Basic Life Support

Clinical assessment skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Westpark Springs, part of Lifepoint Health, is seeking an Assessment Coordinator to join our team. You will assess walk-in and phone callers, determine services, and schedule initial psychiatric assessments for treatment seekers.

In this role, you will collaborate with the Care Coordination Department to streamline admissions, document calls, coordinate intake paperwork, and support the team with data entry and forms management. A strong commitment to compassionate care is essential.