Assessment Specialist
| Facility | Oakwood Springs |
| Location | Oklahoma City, OK |
| Career Area | Other Support |
| Schedule | Full Time |
| Job Shift | Night |
| Date Posted | 03/02/2026 |
| Job ID | #332004 |
Assessment Specialist Position FT- OVERNIGHT- 7p-7a- THIS IS NOT A REMOTE POSITION
Your experience matters
Oakwood Springs is operated jointly with Lifepoint Behavioral Health and Lifepoint 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 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.
More about our team
Through Lifepoint Behavioral Health 24 behavioral health hospitals and numerous contract management and joint venture partnerships with hospitals and providers across the country, Lifepoint Behavioral Health offers programs designed to address the unique needs of various patient populations, including adolescents, adults and geriatrics. Lifepoint Behavioral Health has diversified programming allowing specific therapy models of treatment while encompassing the whole person. These treatment models provide evidence-based therapies with distinct short- and long-term goals of improving and sustaining mental health.
How you'll contribute
The Assessment Specialist is responsible for receives inquiry calls and assists the caller with scheduling a face-to-face assessment or triage to the appropriate community referral. assesses or ensures assessment by a qualified mental health professional of patients who present for assessment. screens for medical and behavioral emergency conditions. performs a comprehensive assessment and quality therapeutic care to patients seeking treatment for substance abuse, dual diagnosis, or psychiatric or emotional disorders; coordinates with the clinical team/on-call physician to ensure these needs are met either at the facility or other appropriate community providers. interprets treatment to patient and family to help reduce fear and other attitudes obstructing acceptance of care and continuation of treatment. completes the administrative processes of admission and precertification of care with external payers, as necessary. reports to- assessment manager/supervisor
Why join us
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 - tailored benefit options for part-time and PRN employees, and more.
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.
What we're looking for
Education: Associate's degree in nursing Required or master's degree in social work/counseling required.
License: Current clinical, social work, or RN license as required by state regulations.
Certifications: CPR and De-escalation certification required or obtain within 30 days of hire.
Additional Information
- FLSA Status: None Exempt
- Prior experience in a psychiatric healthcare facility working with adult and geriatric patients preferred. Must have strong clinical assessment skills.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Connect with our Recruiter
Not ready to complete an application, or have questions? Please contact Emma Peterson by email [email protected].
EEOC Statement
Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.
Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.