Director, Assessment & Referral

JOIN OUR TEAM AS Director of Assessment & Referral!

Ridgeview Institute is part of leading behavioral healthcare network in Georgia, we provide comprehensive care within a safe, structured, and highly supportive environment.

The Director of A&R is responsible for the coordination of assessments of incoming patients with A&R Counselors, coordinates Doctor’s assessments and initiates the Admission process with the Admissions Clerk. The A&R Coordinator provides technical assistance to the discharge planning process, under the direction of the Director of A&R. The Director of A& R works closely with Clinical , UR,Hospital Leadership and the community.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIESInquiry calls are documented and processed in accordance with Intake policies.

Patients are assessed and stabilized prior to leaving hospital or admission to hospital arranged.

On call doctor is notified and assisted with patient interview.

Administrative approval is obtained for all admissions.

Ensures admission paperwork is completed in accordance with hospital policy.

Intake log is completed with all information documented.

Follow up calls are made to those failing to show up for appointments.

Pre-certification is obtained in accordance with insurance requirements.

Outcome studies forms are completed.

Guest relations are demonstrated by example and employees in need of guest relations training are counseled.

Administration is notified of problems or significant events.

Safety problems are identified and corrective actions taken.

Medication is obtained after hours as ordered by the physician with proper documentation of drugs removed and accountability maintained.

Integrity of the pharmacy is maintained with all locks secured and alarm activated.

Requests for assessments are timely  house assessments are completed with treatment or referral disposition recommendations made and documented.

Note:

The essential job functions of this position are not limited to the duties listed above.

Your Experience Matters

What we’re looking for:

Education:

Master’s Degree in nursing or a human relations field.

Experience:

Two or more years’ experience in intake assessment activities within an acute psychiatric setting with supervisory experience. A minimum of two (2) years’ experience in a psychiatric hospital setting including customer contact.

Licensure:
Licensed to practice in the State of Georgia preferred.

Additional Requirements:

A working knowledge of the DSM-5 and the Mental Status Exam. A working knowledge of the Addiction and Recovery field.

Your Care Matters What we provide for our team:401(k) + matching
100% company-paid life insurance coverage up to 2x your annual salary

Vision insurance

Dental insurance
100% company-paid long term disability insurance

Paid time offPaid Holidays Cafeteria on site Employee engagement events

Employee assistance program

Employee recognition program

Free parking

What sets us apart:

Career & training development opportunities

Dynamic and inclusive work environment

Engaged management team dedicated to your successA guiding mission and set of values that serve as both our north star and yours, anchoring our collective purpose and aspirations

Disclaimer: Benefits are subject to change at the discretion of Ridgeview Institute Smyrna.

Compensation:

This is a full-time, Exempt role and the expected compensation range is between $80,000 and $90,000 Annually. We’re eager to engage with all qualified candidates, and consideration will be provided to experience and skill level. Join us as our Director of Assessment & Referral!

Get to know us Outstanding Care, Compassionate People, Unparalleled Service Welcome to Ridgeview Institute Smyrna (RIS), a premier healthcare provider in Smyrna, GA, setting the gold standard for excellence in mental health and addiction treatment support. Located in Smyrna, GA, RIS offers a full continuum of care, including inpatient and outpatient psychiatric services and specialized, evidence-based programs for all patients, regardless of their ability to pay.

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