Highlights
An Assessment Coordinator who excels in this role: Assesses 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. Additional requirements include: Previous experience in a psychiatric health-care facility with chemical dependency, dual diagnosis, psychiatric or geriatric patients preferred; strong clinical assessment skills required.
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Carrollton, TX |
Description
Assessment Coordinator
Schedule: PRN
Your experience matters
Carrollton 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:
- Assesses 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.
- Answers inquiry calls regarding treatment and facility services, present treatment options, document calls, and set appointments for callers seeking treatment.
- Collaborates with business office staff to ensure an efficient admission process and refer or triage patients to other treatment sources when appropriate.
- Provides clerical support to the Care Coordination Manager and team, including data entry into the electronic record system.
- Maintains an appropriate stock of forms and supplies to support the Care Coordination Department.
- Checks in patient belongings, processes consent forms, and coordinates admission paperwork.
- Schedules assessment appointments, orients patients to units and outpatient programs, assists with discharges, and sends documentation to referral sources within required timeframes.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
What we're looking for
Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED. Additional requirements include:
Previous experience in a psychiatric health-care facility with chemical dependency, dual diagnosis, psychiatric or geriatric patients preferred; strong clinical assessment skills required.
CPR certification is required within 30 days of employment and prior to any patient contact.
De-escalation certification is required within 30 days of employment and prior to any patient contact.
Requires strong customer service and triage skills to manage inquiries and coordinate admissions
More about Carrollton Springs
Carrollton Springs is a 78-bed behavioral health hospital offering exceptional care to the Carrollton, TX community.
EEOC Statement
"Carrollton Springs is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Carrollton Springs is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment."