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Assessment Coordinator, Behavioral Health

Lifepoint Health

#Behavioral Health #CPR Certification #Electronic Health Records #Care Coordination #Patient Triage #Substance Abuse #Joint Commission Accredited #De-escalation Certification

Quick overview

The Assessment Coordinator assesses walk-in and phone callers to determine appropriate behavioral health services and schedules psychiatric assessments. They also manage the admission process, coordinate paperwork, and provide clerical support to the Care Coordination team.

Requirements summary

A high school diploma or GED is preferred, along with strong clinical assessment skills and experience in psychiatric healthcare. CPR and de-escalation certifications are required within 30 days of hire.

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Job description

Assessment Coordinator, Behavioral Health Full-time, Monday-Friday Your experience matters Beckett Springs 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 an Assessment Coordinator 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.
How you’ll contribute An Assessment Coordinator who excels in this role: Assess walk‑in and phone callers to determine appropriate services or referrals and schedule initial psychiatric assessments for individuals seeking treatment for substance abuse, dual diagnosis, or emotional disorders.
Answer inquiry calls regarding treatment and facility services, present treatment options, document calls, and set appointments for callers seeking treatment.
Collaborate with business office staff to ensure an efficient admission process and refer or triage patients to other treatment sources when appropriate.
Provide clerical support to the Care Coordination Manager and team, including data entry into the electronic record system.
Maintain an appropriate stock of forms and supplies to support the Care Coordination Department.
Check in patient belongings, process consent forms, and coordinate admission paperwork.
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 —benefit options for part-time and PRN employees, and more.
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.
What we’re looking for Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED (preferred).
Additional requirements include: Previous experience in a psychiatric healthcare facility with chemical dependency, dual diagnosis, psychiatric, or geriatric patients preferred; strong clinical assessment skills required CPR and de-escalation certification required within 30 days of hire More about Beckett Springs Beckett Springs is a 96-bed behavioral health hospital that has been offering exceptional care to the West Chester community for over 10 years.
We are proud to be Accredited by The Joint Commission and be recognized for the Psych Armor Certification.
EEOC Statement “Beckett Springs is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Beckett Springs 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.

Benefits

Accident Insurance

Critical Illness Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Vision Insurance

Medical Insurance

Short-term Disability

Long-term Disability

Tuition Assistance

Discount Programs

Company Match

Hospital Indemnity Insurance

Paid Family Leave

Loan Assistance

Virtual Care Appointments

Mental Health Services

401(k) Retirement Package

Mental Wellness Programs

Physical Wellness Programs

Financial Wellness Programs

Free Gym Memberships

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