Behavioral Health Assessment Licensed PRN

Live Well Homecare; Grovetown (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Live Well Homecare is seeking a Licensed Behavioral Health Assessor to perform comprehensive face-to-face and tele-mental health assessments, psycho-education, and interventions. You will collaborate with care teams to create individualized treatment plans and ensure safe discharge planning.

Must have a Master's in Social Work or Counseling and relevant licensure, with at least 3 years of behavioral health experience.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work or Counseling required.
• Licensure such as LCSW or LPC required.
• At least 3 years of experience with adult or child populations in behavioral health settings.
• Strong communication skills and patient-centered approach.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive face-to-face and tele-mental health assessments.
• Conduct suicide risk evaluations and coordinate patient placements.
• Document interactions accurately in electronic medical records (EMR).
• Educate and counsel patients and families; assist with legal documentation for placement.
• Collaborate with physicians, social workers, and care teams; participate in service line initiatives.

Skills

Effective communication

Flexible approach

Patient-centered care

Technological proficiency

Best practices knowledge

Education

Master's degree in Social Work or Counseling

Licensure: LCSW or LPC

Tools

EMR software

Job description

Role Overview:
The Behavioral Health Assessor-Licensed performs comprehensive face-to-face and tele-mental health assessments, psycho-education, and interventions for patients with psychological, behavioral, or substance-related disturbances. Working under the supervision of the Manager of Behavioral Health, the role involves collaborating with physicians, social workers, and care teams to develop individualized treatment plans and ensure safe discharge and transition planning. Key responsibilities include conducting clinical assessments, including suicide risk evaluations, coordinating patient placements, and documenting all interactions accurately in electronic medical records. The assessor also provides education and counseling to patients and their families, assists with legal documentation for patient placement, and participates in service line initiatives. Candidates must have a Master's degree in Social Work or Counseling, hold relevant licensure (such as LCSW or LPC), and possess at least 3 years of experience working with adult or child populations, particularly in behavioral health settings. Essential skills include effective communication, knowledge of best practices, technological proficiency, and a flexible, patient-centered approach.