Assessment Specialist- RN

About the role

The Assessment department at PRN Highland Springs is crucial for fulfilling our mission of "Changing People’s Lives®". Our team members assess the needs of walk-in and phone callers and complete initial psychiatric assessments on patients seeking treatment.

Responsibilities

• Assists callers with scheduling a face-to-face assessment or triage to the appropriate community referral.
• Affirms or ensures that a qualified mental health professional conducts an assessment for patients presenting for evaluation.
• Screens for medical and behavioral emergencies.
• Conducts a comprehensive assessment and provides quality therapeutic care for patients seeking treatment of substance abuse, dual diagnosis, or psychiatric or emotional disorders.
• Collaborates with the clinical team and on-call physicians to ensure the needs of patients are met, either at the facility or through other appropriate community providers.
• Interprets treatment plans to patients and families to reduce barriers to care and encourage continued treatment.
• Completes administrative tasks such as admission and precertification of care with external payers, as needed.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in social work or counseling is required, with RN licensure accepted in lieu of a master’s degree based on state regulations.
• Current unencumbered clinical social work or counseling license, or equivalent, is required based on state practice guidelines.
• Valid driver’s license and a favorable Motor Vehicle Report (MVR), along with proof of insurance when using personal vehicle.
• Ability to meet typing and keyboarding requirements.
• CPR and CPI certification must be obtained within 30 days.
• Prior experience in a psychiatric healthcare facility, particularly with adult and geriatric patients, is preferred.
• Strong clinical assessment skills are essential.