Assistant Director, Assessment

Lifepoint Health • Holyoke, MA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Valley Springs Behavioral Health Hospital is operated jointly with Lifepoint Behavioral Health and Baystate Health. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As an Assistant Director of Assessment joining our team, you’re embracing our promise to provide superior patient care that exceeds industry standards as well as patient expectations. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve. Valley Springs Behavioral Health Hospital offers compassionate, high-quality inpatient and outpatient mental health and co-occurring treatment for teens, adults, and seniors. We provide a full-range of evidence-based medical and clinical services in a state-of-the-art healing environment. Programs include inpatient mental health and co-occurring treatment, Partial Hospitalization Programs (PHP), and Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP).

Requirements

• Current state license
• Master’s degree in social work, counseling or related field required or licensed degree per state of practice guideline.
• RN licensure may be used per state of practice guidelines.
• Previous management experience in a psychiatric health care facility, with direct experience working in assessment for chemical dependency, dual diagnosis, psychiatric and geriatric patients.
• Strong clinical assessment skills.
• Current unencumbered clinical social work, counselor or RN license or per state requirements.
• Valid driver’s license and a favorable Motor Vehicle Report (MVR), along with proof of insurance when using own auto.
• Basic Life Support certification and Handle with Care is required within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Supports the delivery of high-quality behavioral health services by ensuring comprehensive clinical assessments and appropriate level-of-care determinations for individuals seeking treatment for substance use, dual diagnosis, psychiatric, or emotional disorders.
• Oversees the intake and assessment process for walk-in and telephone inquiries.
• Completes initial psychiatric evaluations.
• Collaborates with physicians and clinical staff to determine appropriate treatment recommendations.
• Serves as a liaison between patients, families, providers, and referral sources, helping to guide individuals through the admission process while reducing barriers to care.
• Supports the daily operations of the assessment and referral team, including staff coaching and development, scheduling, compliance oversight, and maintaining strong relationships with referral partners.
• Assists the Assessment Director with reporting, regulatory compliance, and ensuring adherence to all state and federal standards.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager