Licensed Behavioral Health Assessor – Night Shift (ED/Telehealth)

Wellstar Health System, Inc.; Marietta (GA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Wellstar Health System, Inc. is seeking a Behavioral Health Assessor-Licensed to perform face-to-face and tele-mental health assessments in a night-shift setting (Sat/Sun 7 PM – 7 AM plus a Weekday 7 PM – 7 AM).

You will work with the care team to assess, plan, and coordinate safe transitions for patients with behavioral health needs. The role requires a Master’s degree in Social Work or Counseling, current licenses, and experience with psychiatric evaluations, risk assessments, and discharge

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Ability to think abstractly and develop innovative services.
• Specific interest in behavioral health and willingness to work at various WellStar sites.
• Knowledge of behavioral health best practices and safety protocols.
• Basic proficiency in Word processing (MS Word).
• Proficiency with Excel for documentation and data tracking.
• Ability to operate a Telemedicine cart for remote assessments.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and interpret comprehensive clinical assessments in-person or via tele-mental health in ED and acuity units.
• Complete suicide risk assessments and collaborate with collateral contacts.
• Provide recommended levels of care and coordinate with physicians and care teams.
• Assist with safety planning and discharge planning.
• Document all assessments, plans, and contacts in the EMR.
• Support professional development and adherence to ethical standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Abstract thinking

Interest in behavioral health

Behavioral health best practices

Word processing

Excel usage

Telemedicine cart use

Education

Masters Social Work or Masters Professional Counseling

Job description

Wellstar Health System, Inc. is seeking a Behavioral Health Assessor-Licensed to perform face-to-face and tele-mental health assessments in a night-shift setting (Sat/Sun 7 PM – 7 AM plus a Weekday 7 PM – 7 AM).

You will work with the care team to assess, plan, and coordinate safe transitions for patients with behavioral health needs. The role requires a Master’s degree in Social Work or Counseling, current licenses, and experience with psychiatric evaluations, risk assessments, and discharge