Lead Clinician

Responsibilities Shape the future of behavioral health care throughout the Forest Park community by joining our extraordinary team at Riveredge Hospital. Bring your compassion, expertise, enthusiasm, and passion for quality to a place that cultivates wellness and inspires hope. We are currently seeking Sr. Assessment Coordinator for Riveredge Hospital. Simply apply to the posting and discuss your interests with the hiring manager if you are selected to come in for an interview. TheSr. Assessment Coordinatorobtains theinitialclinical phone information and communicates to the physician on call todeterminea final decisionregardingan admission. TheSr. Assessment Coordinatoris responsible forsupervising the Intake Department staff in the absence of the Director. TheSr. Assessment Coordinatormay also schedule a clinical evaluation for a client and contact the physician todeterminetheappropriate levelof care: inpatient, day treatment or outpatient care. TheSr. Assessment Coordinatorwillfacilitatethis process byassistingthe client,familyand referral sources and provide information to clients, families and referral sourcesregardingtreatment programs, insurance, and admission procedures. Qualifications Master's Degree in psychology, social work, or related field REQUIRED . Requires at least 1-3 years of experience in a psychiatric treatment setting. Must be at least 21 years of age. Strong assessment skills. Maintain annual CPR, First Aid, and crisis prevention /intervention (PMR) certification. Must have knowledge of psychiatric rehabilitation services and Special Treatment Procedures. Strong verbal and written communication skills. License preferred. #J-18808-Ljbffr