Director of Assessment, Behavioral Health
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Job Location:
Carrollton, TX - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
10-10-2025
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Schedule: Full Time
Your experience matters
How youll contribute
A Director of Assessmentwho excels in this role:
Directs and performs the screening of potential patients for admission into the program and initiates the integrated assessment process.
As a clinician assists administration physicians and clinical staff in the assessment of pending admits to determine appropriateness of level of care and communicates pending admissions to the nursing department.
Uses the approved admission criteria and make recommendations concerning the level of care for treatment using the least restrictive level appropriate. The plan for episode of care is initiated at admission to all levels of care.
Functions as a liaison between physicians and families coordinates with transportation services and other mental health facilities to organize the admission procedures.
Ensures that all vital patient assessment information is referred accurately to the attending physicians and that patient historical information obtained is complete to facilitate an accurate determination for the appropriate level of care.
Communicate with external reviewers and referral sources and conduct all required external reviews and maintain documentations of all such interaction while following HIPAA guidelines.
Ensure that third-party payors are notified of or participate in decisions about appropriate transitions between levels of care.
Prepares morning meeting reports to communicate pertinent census information referral sources and pending admissions.
Consistently provides services to current referral sources to assure their satisfaction and continued associations.
Assesses coaches and develops teams skills hold team accountable to high standards.
Knowledgeable in all CMS JCAHO EMTLA and State regulations and standards of performance. Regularly audits function to ensure compliance.
Applicants should have a Masters degree in social work counseling or related field (required) or licensed degree per state of practice guideline. RN licensure may be used per state of practice guidelines. Additional requirements include:
- Previous management experience in psychiatric healthcare facility with direct experience working in assessment for chemical dependency dual diagnosis and psychiatric patients. Must have strong clinical assessment skills.
- Current unencumbered clinical social work counselor or RN license per state requirements.
- Valid drivers license and a favorable Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) along with proof of insurance when using own auto
- CPR certification and Crisis Prevention Training within 30 days.
Why join us
We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient addition to your base compensation this position also offers:
- Comprehensive Benefits:Multiple levels of medical dental and vision coverage for full-time andpart-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.
Carrollton Springsis a 78-bed behavioral health hospitaloffering exceptional care to the McKinney TX community.
EEOC Statement
Carrollton Springsis an Equal Opportunity Employer.Carrollton Springsis committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.
Required Experience:
Director
Key Skills
- Crisis Management
- Marketing
- Public Relations
- Fundraising
- Media Relations
- Constant Contact
- Strategic Planning
- Social Media Management
- Team Management
- Public Speaking
- Wordpress
- Writing Skills
About Company
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 a ... View more
