Intake & Assessment Clinician - Behavioral Health

LifePoint Health • Russellville, AR

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About The Position

Saint Mary's Regional Health System 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 a Intake & Assessment Clinician 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

• Master's Degree in Social Work or other related field of study with experience in Behavioral Health and Psychiatry pending State requirements.
• Bachelor's/Associate degree in nursing pending State requirements.
• Current independent practice scope licensure in state of practice, LMFT, LMFT-A LPC, LPC- A, LPCP, LCSW, LMSW, RN or LPN.
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in a psychiatric setting.
• Experience in crisis counseling and crisis evaluations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work with internal and external customers to identify patients appropriate for admission to the Behavioral Health Unit.
• Demonstrate flexibility, independence, and strong communication skills in a fast-paced hospital setting.
• Provide compassionate care across all age groups experiencing mental health crises, while maintaining confidentiality and professional relationships.
• Conduct comprehensive crisis assessments and present clinical findings to medical staff.
• Understand legal processes related to psychiatric admissions and be knowledgeable in DSM-V criteria and developmental stages.
• Manage patient transfers, authorizations, and support reviews, with availability to cover shifts as needed.

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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Master's degree