Role OverviewThe Assessment Specialist coordinates the pre-admission assessment process, provides clinical assessments, and responds to calls for information related to psychiatric resources. This position works collaboratively with the Intake team to perform behavioral health assessments and coordinate psychiatric resources and information for patients.
What You Will Do
Coordinate the pre-admission assessment process, provide clinical assessments, respond to calls for information, and assist callers with accessing the most appropriate level of service and service provider.
Why It Might Be a Fit
This role requires experience in a behavioral healthcare setting, performing clinical assessments, and holding a professional license as an independent mental health professional. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, be able to work collaboratively, and have a strong understanding of psychiatric resources and services.
Requirements
- Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy or related field
- Professional license as an independent mental health professional within the State of Georgia
- 3 years of experience in a behavioral healthcare setting performing clinical assessments
- Licensed to perform clinical assessments to determine level of care needs and to provide a diagnostic impression
- Current licensure as a mental health professional, such as LCSW, LMSW, LAPC, LPC, LAMFT, LMFT, or RN license in the State of Georgia
- BCLS - Basic Life Support American Red Cross or American Heart Association Basic Life Support Course (BLS or BCLS)
- CPI Certified within 90 days of hire
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