Assessment Specialist, RN

Assessment Specialist - RN

Job Type: Fulltime (0.9 FTE)

Schedule: 12-hour shifts, Mid-shift 11:00 am - 11:30 pm, every other weekend, Holiday rotation

Sign on Bonus: $10,000.00 (Fulltime status eligible)

Valley Springs Behavioral Health Hospital is operated jointly with Lifepoint Behavioral Health and Baystate Health. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well‑being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As an Assessment Specialist - RN joining our team, you’re embracing our promise to provide superior patient care that exceeds industry standards as well as patient expectations.

Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

Valley Springs Behavioral Health Hospital offers compassionate, high-quality inpatient and outpatient mental health and co-occurring treatment for teens, adults, and seniors. We provide a full‑range of evidence-based medical and clinical services in a state-of-the-art healing environment. Programs include inpatient mental health and co-occurring treatment, Partial Hospitalization Programs (PHP), and Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP).

The Assessment Specialist - RN is responsible for receiving inquiry calls and facilitating timely face-to-face assessments or directing callers to appropriate community resources. Working within a behavioral health setting, the RN conducts or ensures comprehensive assessments by qualified mental health professionals for individuals presenting with psychiatric, emotional, or substance use concerns. The role includes screening for medical and behavioral emergencies, providing high-quality therapeutic care, and assisting patients in accessing appropriate treatment for substance abuse, dual diagnosis, or psychiatric disorders.

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 Benefits:
  Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-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.

Applicants should have a current state RN license.

• Graduate from an accredited program of professional nursing or relevant state licensure required.
• Current unencumbered license to practice by the State Board of Nursing.
• Previous experience in a psychiatric health care facility, with direct experience working with chemical dependency, dual diagnosis, psychiatric and geriatric patients preferred.
• Experience in patient assessments, family motivations, treatment planning and communication with external review organizations or comparable entities.

Not ready to complete an application, or have questions? Please contact Brandi Walton, Talent Acquisition Recruiter at , brand Or  to schedule a time to discuss your career interests with Lifepoint Health!

Valley Springs Behavioral Health Hospital, a state-of-the-art, 150-bed hospital operated jointly with Lifepoint Behavioral Health and Baystate Health, in Holyoke, MA. We provide evidence-based mental health care, including programs for child/adolescent, adult and geriatric populations. Our treatment is built on a psychosocial model of care and follows the core principles of resilience, recovery and restoration.

Hourly range: $42 - $60 per hour

Lifepoint Behavioral Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Lifepoint Behavioral Health is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.