Lifepoint Health
Location
Holyoke, Massachusetts
Salary
$38 - $52 / HOUR
The Assessment Specialist conducts face-to-face assessments for individuals with psychiatric, emotional, or substance use concerns. They are responsible for screening for medical and behavioral emergencies and facilitating access to appropriate treatment programs.
Applicants must hold a current, unencumbered state RN license and have graduated from an accredited nursing program. Previous experience in a psychiatric healthcare facility working with chemical dependency and dual diagnosis patients is preferred.
Assessment Specialist - RN
Job Type: Fulltime
Your experience matters
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 Assessment Specialist – RN 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.
More about our team
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).
How you’ll contribute
The Assessment Specialist - RN is responsible for receiving inquiry calls and facilitating timely face-to-face assessments or directing callers to appropriate community resources. Working within a behavioral health setting, the RN conducts or ensures comprehensive assessments by qualified mental health professionals for individuals presenting with psychiatric, emotional, or substance use concerns. The role includes screening for medical and behavioral emergencies, providing high-quality therapeutic care, and assisting patients in accessing appropriate treatment for substance abuse, dual diagnosis, or psychiatric disorders.
Why join us
What we’re looking for
Connect with our Recruiter Not ready to complete an application, or have questions? Please contact Brandi Walton, Talent Acquisition Recruiter at 629-257-6103, brandi.walton1@lifepointhealth.net [brandi.walton1@lifepointhealth.net]. Or Click Here [https://outlook.office.com/owa/calendar/BrandiWaltonTalentAcquisitionRecruiter@lifepointhealth.onmicrosoft.com/bookings/s/L3EGrFKMDUiJLTceIOT9Sg2] to schedule a time to discuss your career interests with Lifepoint Health!
More about
Valley Springs Behavioral Health Hospital [https://www.valleyspringsbh.com/], a state-of-the-art, 150-bed hospital operated jointly with Lifepoint Behavioral Health and Baystate Health, in Holyoke, MA. We provide evidence-based mental health care, including programs for child/adolescent, adult and geriatric populations. Our treatment is built on a psychosocial model of care and follows the core principles of resilience, recovery and restoration.
$38.30 - 51.70 per hour
“Lifepoint Behavioral Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Lifepoint Behavioral Health is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.”
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