Mobile Assessor; Rn, Lmsw, Lpc

Responsibilities

Gulfport Behavioral Health System (a UHS facility):

Gulfport Behavioral Health System, is a 92‑bed psychiatric hospital offering child, adolescent, adult and military service behavioral health programs and treatment services.

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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 determine appropriate admission criteria by providing face‑to‑face clinical assessments, including the history of presenting illness, family dynamics and supporting psychosocial information.

This position includes travel and occasional evening/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 be able to manage complex psychiatric cases as they arise.

REQUIREMENTS:

Education: Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university, in Counseling, Social Work, or a clinical related mental health field; or Registered Nurse.

Experience: A minimum of two (2) years experience 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 clinical related mental health field preferred.

Additional Requirements: Knowledge of the DSM‑IVR and the Mental Status Exam. A working knowledge of the Addiction and Recovery field. Certification in CPR and Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI). Certifications may be obtained during new hire orientation.

An environment that puts patient care first. One of the most rewarding aspects of this job is providing excellent care, comfort, and security to the patients and families you treat, at their most vulnerable times. Supportive and responsive leadership. You are never alone, as you are part of a large network of peer co‑workers that routinely exchange ideas and review current topics within the industry.

Having the opportunity to grow, learn, and advance in your career. There are very robust continuing education options and opportunities for skills diversification and career advancement with UHS.

• 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

For more information, contact:
Cynthia Render‑Leach, Human Resources Director at 228‑236‑2129 or Cynthia.

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