Mental Health Assessment Specialist

Lifepoint Health; Georgetown (TX); Sur place; USD 42 000 - 62 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Rock Springs in Georgetown, TX, seeks an Assessment Specialist to manage inquiry calls, schedule assessments, and coordinate with the clinical team for admissions and referrals. The role involves screening for medical and behavioral emergencies and ensuring appropriate care pathways with external payers.

Ideal candidates have nursing or social work credentials, current licensure, and CPR/De-escalation certifications, with a focus on compassionate, patient-centered service in a behavioral health

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Nursing or MSW/COUNSELING required.
• Current clinical, social work, or RN license per state regulations.
• CPR and De-escalation certification required or obtained within 30 days.

Responsabilités

• Handle inquiry calls and schedule face-to-face assessments or referrals.
• Assist or ensure assessments by qualified mental health professionals.
• Screen for medical and behavioral emergencies.
• Complete admissions and precertification paperwork with insurers.
• Coordinate with the clinical team and on-call physician.

Connaissances

Customer Service

Assessment

Interpersonal Communication

EMTALA Knowledge

Formation

Associate's Degree in Nursing

Master's degree in Social Work/Counseling

Outils

CPR Certification

De-escalation Certification

Description du poste

Rock Springs in Georgetown, TX, seeks an Assessment Specialist to manage inquiry calls, schedule assessments, and coordinate with the clinical team for admissions and referrals. The role involves screening for medical and behavioral emergencies and ensuring appropriate care pathways with external payers.

Ideal candidates have nursing or social work credentials, current licensure, and CPR/De-escalation certifications, with a focus on compassionate, patient-centered service in a behavioral health