Lifepoint Health·Lynchburg, Virginia
Facilitates the initial response to service requests, including patient assessments, level of care determination, and admission processes. Monitors patient conditions and coordinates with physicians to ensure appropriate behavioral health care.
Assessment Specialist Full Time Nights Your experience matters Centra Behavioral Health Hospital 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.
By 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.
Come join us in our journey of opening a brand-new hospital!
More about our team Centra Behavioral Health Hospital is a brand-new 72 bed behavioral health facility opening in 2026.
We offer high-quality, compassionate care for a wide variety of patients in need.
Our teams provide evidence-based, transformational care for a broad range of mental health concerns in a compassionate, comfortable environment.
How you'll contribute An Assessment Specialist who excels in this role: Facilitates response to a request for services, including the initial response, the assessment, the referral process, the designation of the appropriate level of care, admission into services, and appropriate follow-up activity.
Conducts initial evaluation, initiates the assessment, documents patient symptomology, functioning, and needs, and provides information to MD for LOC determination.
Demonstrates excellent customer service skills in assisting patients, physicians, visitors, and coworkers promptly and courteously.
Possess clear knowledge of Emergency Detention paperwork and processes and EMTALA.
Maintains all preadmission and admission paperwork with accuracy and completes all pre-certification with insurance companies.
Will monitor patient for change of condition and respond accordingly up to and including notification of the physician.
RN will follow hospital policy for medication administration.
RN will consistently use empathy, dignity, and respect when interacting with patients.
Assists/performs comprehensive nursing assessments on all patients.
Why join us We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care.
In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers: Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
Brand new facility: Brand new hospital, built from the ground up, with cutting edge equipment and technology!
What we're looking for Applicants should have a master's degree in social work or counseling, or graduate from an accredited program of professional nursing or relevant state licensure required.
Additional requirements include: Previous experience in a psychiatric health care facility, with direct experience working with chemical dependency, dual diagnosis, psychiatric and geriatric patients, preferred.
Experience in patient assessments, family motivations, treatment planning and communication with external review organizations or comparable entities.
Current unencumbered clinical social work, counseling license, Registered Nurse or per state of practice guidelines.
CPR certification and Crisis Prevention Training (CPI) within 30 days of employment and prior to any patient contact.
Must be at least 21 years of age.
May be required to work flexible hours and overtime.
About Us Centra Behavioral Health Hospital is a 72-bed behavioral health hospital committed to offering exceptional care to the Lynchburg community.
We are part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier® with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast.
Hourly range: $30.20-$40.77 per hour.
EEOC Statement Centra Behavioral Health Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Centra Behavioral Health Hospital is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.
Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier.
Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities.
We believe that success is achieved through talented people.
We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.
We employ and provide care to people from all walks of life.
We are committed to promoting healing, providing hope, preserving dignity and producing value with an inclusive workforce in which diversity is leveraged, respected, and reflective of the patients, family members, customers and team members we serve.
Requires a Master's degree in social work/counseling or a professional nursing degree with a valid state license. Preferred experience includes working in psychiatric facilities with chemical dependency and dual diagnosis patients.
Market context
Behavioral-health roles in Virginia commonly draw steady demand as agencies and treatment programs look for clinicians who can support counseling, care coordination, and recovery services. These positions are competitive because a valid CSAC license is required, while a psychology or counseling degree and treatment-industry experience are preferred; benefits often include PTO and health-related coverage. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, and confirm your licensure details before applying.