Clinical Assessment Coordinator of Behavioral Health Nursing​/RN Registered, LPC, or LMSW

Responsibilities

Clinical Assessment Coordinator of Behavioral Health (Nursing/RN Registered, LPC, or LMSW) – Eagle Pass, TX

Horizon Health is seeking a Clinical Assessment Coordinator (Nursing/RN Registered, LPC, or LMSW) to oversee the Behavioral Health Fort Duncan Hospital in Eagle Pass, TX
. This inpatient psychiatric unit has a total of 18 inpatient psychiatric beds (Adults & Seniors). The Clinical Assessment Coordinator completes the referral development and pre-admission patient assessment process and provide clinical assessments for potential clients. A MA/MSW Clinical Assessment Coordinator will complete specialized clinical evaluations, diagnose behavioral health conditions and develop moderate to complex treatment plans.

• Diagnose, implements, coordinates and evaluates clinical admission, referral and/or discharge processes.
• Conducts on and off-site patient assessments, including appropriate test administration, interpretation and recommendations. Responds to intake calls and completes admission paperwork.
• Participates in the development of treatment plans in coordination with the Treatment team. Coordinates treatment with physicians and other health and social agencies and participates as an active member of the interdisciplinary team.
• Utilizes assessment tools including, but not limited to Geriatric Depression Scale, Zung, LUMS, alcohol screening tool(s) under authorization/supervision of RN, LPC or LMSW.
• Communicates with referral sources including family members, legal system, psychiatrists, primary care physicians, and other treatment facilities.
• Reviews newly admitted patient accounts for eligibility and authorization daily.
• Maintains schedule for filing court paperwork and hearings. Works closely with court personnel to maintain good relationships.
• Enters required data into Horizon Plus system and generates monthly reports to track and trend referral, admission and discharge data.
• Performs other duties as assigned/required by this position.

• Competitive Compensation
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Plan
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• Long and Short-term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts;
  Healthcare Savings Account
• Life Insurance
• Career development opportunities within the company
• Tuition Assistance
• Rewarding work environment - Enjoy going to work everyday!

Quality care is our passion; improving lives is our reward. Horizon Health, a subsidiary of Universal Health Services, is a leading behavioral services management company.

Horizon Health Behavioral Health Services has been leading the way in partnering with hospitals to manage their behavioral health programs for over 40 years. With an unparalleled breadth of services, Horizon Health has singular expertise in behavioral health conditions and comprehensive care settings. Whether it involves the planning, development and implementation of a new behavioral health service line, or the successful management of an existing behavioral health service, Horizon Health has extensive expertise in successfully addressing concerns unique to hospital-based programs.

Eagle Pass, TX offers a blend of international commerce, historical significance, and a unique bicultural atmosphere. The city has the only casino in Texas operated by the Kickapoo Traditional Tribe of Texas. Visitors can also easily cross for authentic Mexican dining, crafts at the Zaragoza Mercado, and the Plaza de las Tres Culturas. The area also has a rich military & frontier history, affordable cost of living, economic opportunity, outdoor recreation, and community events.

• Bilingual with Spanish is required.
• Bachelor's degree in…