Director, Assessment & Referral

Ridgeview Institute Smyrna•Smyrna, GA

2d•$80,000 - $90,000•Onsite

About The Position

Ridgeview Institute is part of a leading behavioral healthcare network in Georgia, providing comprehensive care within a safe, structured, and highly supportive environment. The Director of A&R is responsible for the coordination of assessments of incoming patients with A&R Counselors, coordinates Doctor’s assessments and initiates the Admission process with the Admissions Clerk. The A&R Coordinator provides technical assistance to the discharge planning process, under the direction of the Director of A&R. The Director of A& R works closely with Clinical, UR, Hospital Leadership and the community.

Requirements

Master’s Degree in nursing or a human relations field.
Two or more years’ experience in intake assessment activities within an acute psychiatric setting with supervisory experience.
A minimum of two (2) years’ experience in a psychiatric hospital setting including customer contact.
A working knowledge of the DSM-5 and the Mental Status Exam.
A working knowledge of the Addiction and Recovery field.

Nice To Haves

Licensed to practice in the State of Georgia preferred.

Responsibilities

Inquiry calls are documented and processed in accordance with Intake policies.
Patients are assessed and stabilized prior to leaving hospital or admission to hospital arranged.
On call doctor is notified and assisted with patient interview.
Administrative approval is obtained for all admissions.
Ensures admission paperwork is completed in accordance with hospital policy.
Intake log is completed with all information documented.
Follow up calls are made to those failing to show up for appointments.
Pre-certification is obtained in accordance with insurance requirements.
Outcome studies forms are completed.
Guest relations are demonstrated by example and employees in need of guest relations training are counseled.
Administration is notified of problems or significant events.
Safety problems are identified and corrective actions taken.
Medication is obtained after hours as ordered by the physician with proper documentation of drugs removed and accountability maintained.
Integrity of the pharmacy is maintained with all locks secured and alarm activated.
Requests for assessments are timely coordinated.
In house assessments are completed with treatment or referral disposition recommendations made and documented.
Note: The essential job functions of this position are not limited to the duties listed above.

Benefits

401(k) + matching
100% company-paid life insurance coverage up to 2x your annual salary
Vision insurance
Dental insurance
100% company-paid long term disability insurance
Paid time off
Paid Holidays
Cafeteria on site
Employee engagement events
Employee assistance program
Employee recognition program
Free parking
Career & training development opportunities
Dynamic and inclusive work environment
Engaged management team dedicated to your success
A guiding mission and set of values that serve as both our north star and yours, anchoring our collective purpose and aspirations