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Collin Springs · McKinney, TX

Assessment Specialist, Behavioral Health

TypeFull time
Schedule3×12h · Nights
EducationAssociate's
PostedOct 29
✓You’ll need
Licensure
✓Current clinical, social work or RN license as required by state regulations
Certifications
✓CPR and De-escalation certification required or obtain within 30 days of hire.
Education
✓Applicants should have an Associate’s Degree in Nursing or a Master’s degree in Social Work/Counseling.
Qualifications
✓Additional requirements include:
✓Prior experience in a psychiatric healthcare facility working with adult and geriatric patients preferred. Must have strong clinical assessment skills.
+Benefits
Medical, dental and vision401(k) with matchPaid time offTuition assistancePaid parental leaveLife and disability insurance
3,900Lifepoint Health open roles
5behavioral health roles open at this facility
29 miMcKinney to Dallas
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✓You’ll need
Licensure
✓Current clinical, social work or RN license as required by state regulations
Certifications
✓CPR and De-escalation certification required or obtain within 30 days of hire.
Education
✓Applicants should have an Associate’s Degree in Nursing or a Master’s degree in Social Work/Counseling.
Qualifications
✓Additional requirements include:
✓Prior experience in a psychiatric healthcare facility working with adult and geriatric patients preferred. Must have strong clinical assessment skills.
+Benefits
Medical, dental and vision401(k) with matchPaid time offTuition assistancePaid parental leaveLife and disability insuranceWellness and mental health resourcesContinuing education
3,900Lifepoint Health open roles
5behavioral health roles open at this facility
29 miMcKinney to Dallas
Want the next behavioral health job in Texas by email?
Weekly, free, unsubscribe with one click.

Full employer posting

Full Time Night-shift; three 12-hour shifts per week (7pm-7:30am) with one Saturday per month. Your experience matters Collin 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 Specialist 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 Specialist who excels in this role: Facilitates response to a request for services, including the initial response, the assessment, and 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 in a prompt and courteous manner 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 with insurance companies

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

Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage, tailored 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 an Associate’s Degree in Nursing (required) or a Master’s degree in Social Work/Counseling (required).

Additional requirements include: Current clinical, social work or RN license as required by state regulations CPR and De-escalation certification required or obtain within 30 days of hire. Prior experience in a psychiatric healthcare facility working with adult and geriatric patients preferred. Must have strong clinical assessment skills.

More about Collin Springs Collin Springs is a Behavioral Health hospital, offering exceptional care to the McKinney, TX community. EEOC Statement Collin Springs is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Collin Springs is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

Full time · Night shift · 36 hours per week

About the role

Facilitates response to a request for services, including the initial response, the assessment, and referral process, the designation of the appropriate level of care, admission into services, and appropriate follow up activity