Assessment Specialist -Afternoon & PM Shifts Available

Vanderbilt University Medical CenterNashville, TN
Onsite

About The Position

Performs clinical crisis assessments, telephone triage in the psych access center, referral coordination and disposition planning for psychiatric patients of all ages. Able to succinctly document clinical concerns in the patient record as well as possess mental health knowledge to refer patients to the appropriate level of care on the behavioral health continuum.

Requirements

  • LIC-Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Tennessee
  • LIC-Licensed Professional Counselor-Mental Health Service Provider - Licensure-Others
  • Relevant Work Experience
  • Master's degree

Nice To Haves

  • Crisis Intervention (Advanced)
  • Training (Intermediate)
  • Patient Documentation (Intermediate)
  • Contract Negotiations (Intermediate)

Responsibilities

  • Completes Crisis Assessment independently via in person and/or tele psych
  • Documents accurately in patient chart and has the ability to update the team during shift changes
  • Facilitates Admissions / assessments with Physician partners
  • Performs crisis intervention
  • Telephone Triage Activities
  • Contributes to the organization by actively participating in process improvement initiatives and shared decision making

Benefits

  • health
  • disability
  • retirement
  • wellness offerings
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