Assessment Lead - Behavioral Health

Lifepoint Health • Carrollton, TX

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About The Position

Carrollton Springs is part of Lifepoint Health , a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As an Assessment Lead joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ® . Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

Requirements

• Applicants should have a Master’s Degree in Social Work or Counseling (required)
• RN licensure may be used in place of master’s degree or per state regulations.
• Current unencumbered Clinical or Social Work License. RN license may be accepted.
• Valid driver’s license and a favorable Motor Vehicle Report (MVR), along with proof of insurance when using own auto.
• CPR and De-escalation Training within 30 days
• Prior experience with psychiatric and chemical dependency patients.
• Must have strong clinical assessment skills.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates response to request for services, including the initial response, the assessment and referral process, the designation of appropriate level of care, admission into services and appropriate follow up activity.
• Conducts initial evaluation, initiates the assessment, documenting patient symptomology, functioning, needs and provides information to the MD for LOC determination.
• Demonstrates excellent customer service skills in assisting patients, physicians, visitors and coworkers in a prompt and courteous manner.
• Possesses clear knowledge of Emergency Detention paperwork and processes and EMTALA.
• Maintains all preadmission and admission paperwork with accuracy, completes all pre-certification with insurance companies.
• Ensures appropriate staffing for shift.
• Minimizes use of overtime.
• Assists in monitoring attendance.
• Educates and coaches staff and acts as point person for clinical decisions.
• Reports all issues and incidents to the Director of Assessment appropriately.
• Ensures staff has completed all needed documentation, call logging, insurance calls, and additional tasks prior to the end of shift.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits : Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO : Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth : Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being : Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development : Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees