Gulfport Behavioral
MOBILE ASSESSOR (RN, LMSW, LPC)
Gulfport Behavioral, Gulfport, Mississippi, United States, 39500
Responsibilities
Gulfport Behavioral Health System (a UHS facility) is a 92‑bed psychiatric hospital offering child, adolescent, adult and military service behavioral health programs and treatment services.
Position Summary: Join the Marketing team where the
Mobile Assessor
provides risk assessment and crisis intervention, initial contact with referral sources and potential patients, coordinates the referral and intake process, determines appropriate level of care, facilitates the admission process and maintains communication with referral sources, families, patients and unit staff. The Mobile Assessor also assists the Physician in determining appropriate admission criteria by providing face‑to‑face clinical assessments, including the history of presenting illness, family dynamics and supporting psychosocial information. This position involves travel and occasional evening and weekend work.
Qualified applicants will:
Accurately assess patients for level‑of‑care determinations.
Possess excellent de‑escalation skills.
Have a working knowledge of available resources for patients (inpatient, outpatient, child/adolescent, adult, and military).
Work well with families in helping them understand treatment options.
Demonstrate excellent communication skills in working with hospital staff, patients, families, law enforcement and referral agencies.
Display strong critical‑thinking skills to manage complex psychiatric cases as they arise.
Qualifications REQUIREMENTS:
Education:
Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Counseling, Social Work, or a clinically related mental health field; or Registered Nurse.
Experience:
Minimum of two (2) years in behavioral health with strong assessment skills. Crisis intervention experience preferred.
Licensure:
Licensed to practice in the State of Mississippi as an RN, LMSW, LCSW, LPC, or other clinically related mental health field (preferred).
Additional Requirements:
Knowledge of DSM‑IVR and the Mental Status Exam; working knowledge of the Addiction and Recovery field; certification in CPR and Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI). Certifications may be obtained during new‑hire orientation.
Benefits
Challenging and rewarding work environment
Career development opportunities within UHS and its subsidiaries
Competitive compensation
Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug plan
401(k) with company match and discounted stock plan
Generous paid time off
Free basic life insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Contact For more information, contact Cynthia Render‑Leach, Human Resources Director at 228‑236‑2129 or Cynthia.Render‑Leach@uhsinc.com.
About Universal Health Services One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. UHS continues to grow and invest in high‑quality hospitals in rapidly expanding markets and is committed to compassionate care for patients and their families.
EEO Statement All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal‑opportunity employers and openly support recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Avoid and Report Recruitment Scams We are aware of a scam where imposters pose as recruiters from UHS. Beware of any request for financial or personal information. No UHS recruiter will ever ask for such details via email. If you suspect a fraudulent job posting, report it to appropriate law enforcement and verify opportunities through legitimate UHS career websites.
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Position Summary: Join the Marketing team where the
Mobile Assessor
provides risk assessment and crisis intervention, initial contact with referral sources and potential patients, coordinates the referral and intake process, determines appropriate level of care, facilitates the admission process and maintains communication with referral sources, families, patients and unit staff. The Mobile Assessor also assists the Physician in determining appropriate admission criteria by providing face‑to‑face clinical assessments, including the history of presenting illness, family dynamics and supporting psychosocial information. This position involves travel and occasional evening and weekend work.
Qualified applicants will:
Accurately assess patients for level‑of‑care determinations.
Possess excellent de‑escalation skills.
Have a working knowledge of available resources for patients (inpatient, outpatient, child/adolescent, adult, and military).
Work well with families in helping them understand treatment options.
Demonstrate excellent communication skills in working with hospital staff, patients, families, law enforcement and referral agencies.
Display strong critical‑thinking skills to manage complex psychiatric cases as they arise.
Qualifications REQUIREMENTS:
Education:
Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Counseling, Social Work, or a clinically related mental health field; or Registered Nurse.
Experience:
Minimum of two (2) years in behavioral health with strong assessment skills. Crisis intervention experience preferred.
Licensure:
Licensed to practice in the State of Mississippi as an RN, LMSW, LCSW, LPC, or other clinically related mental health field (preferred).
Additional Requirements:
Knowledge of DSM‑IVR and the Mental Status Exam; working knowledge of the Addiction and Recovery field; certification in CPR and Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI). Certifications may be obtained during new‑hire orientation.
Benefits
Challenging and rewarding work environment
Career development opportunities within UHS and its subsidiaries
Competitive compensation
Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug plan
401(k) with company match and discounted stock plan
Generous paid time off
Free basic life insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Contact For more information, contact Cynthia Render‑Leach, Human Resources Director at 228‑236‑2129 or Cynthia.Render‑Leach@uhsinc.com.
About Universal Health Services One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. UHS continues to grow and invest in high‑quality hospitals in rapidly expanding markets and is committed to compassionate care for patients and their families.
EEO Statement All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal‑opportunity employers and openly support recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Avoid and Report Recruitment Scams We are aware of a scam where imposters pose as recruiters from UHS. Beware of any request for financial or personal information. No UHS recruiter will ever ask for such details via email. If you suspect a fraudulent job posting, report it to appropriate law enforcement and verify opportunities through legitimate UHS career websites.
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