Assistant Director, Assessment

Lifepoint Health • Holyoke, MA

2d • $91,978 - $124,176 • Onsite

About The Position

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

• 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.
• Must have 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