Clinical Assessor

Jobtailor; Deutschland; Vor Ort; EUR 48.000 - 70.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Northpoint is seeking a licensed mental health professional to conduct confidential assessments (in person or via telehealth), determine level of care, and make placement decisions to support clients in their treatment goals.

You will collaborate with treatment teams, coordinate admissions, authorize reimbursements, and maintain accurate EMR records while ensuring compliance with ethical standards and licensure requirements.

Qualifikationen

• Master's degree in Mental Health, Social Sciences or other relevant field.
• Active mental health licensure in the state where treatment services are rendered.
• If substance use licensure is not active, willing to apply for licensure.
• Minimum 1 year of relevant field experience in mental health treatment.
• Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment; maintain confidentiality.
• Experience with trauma-informed services and CBT/DBT/motivational therapies.
• Ability to work with diverse populations and adolescents; strong interpersonal skills.
• Maintain strong personal boundaries and rapport with patients.
• Adhere to ethical standards of licensure boards.

Aufgaben

• Conduct confidential substance use and mental health assessments in person or via telehealth to determine need and level of care.
• Make placement decisions to appropriate facility based on assessment outcomes.
• Collaborate with treatment teams to support clients’ goals and needs.
• Provide clinical consultation to referral resources, family members, and others to support treatment goals.
• Coordinate admissions, scheduling, and referrals to ensure timely access to care.
• Maintain up-to-date clinical records and documentation in the EMR system.

Kenntnisse

Active mental health licensure

1+ year of experience

Trauma-informed care

CBT/DBT/Motivational therapies

Interpersonal skills

Ethical standards

Discretion and confidentially

Diverse populations experience

Rapport with patients

Ausbildung

Master's degree in Mental Health or related field

Jobbeschreibung

Responsibilities

• Conduct confidential substance use and mental health assessments in person or telehealth to determine the need and level of care for clients
• Make placement to appropriate facility based on the outcome of the assessment interview
• Use a strengths-based and trauma-informed approach to work collaboratively with clients and internal treatment team members to help support clients in their treatment goals
• Provide clinical consultation to referral resources, family members, and others to help support clients in their treatment goals
• Work closely with clients to engage them in the decision-making process and help them understand the benefits of assessment and accessing the appropriate level of care as indicated
• Collect and review referral information upon assignment of clients from the referral source and consult with others as needed to support coordination of services and scheduling of client assessments
• Coordinate with admissions, front desk team members, and other staff as needed to contact clients and guardians to confirm appointment dates, times, and assessment locations
• Collect information from collateral resources to aid in determining diagnosis and need for treatment
• Based on assessments, make referrals to the most appropriate programs and agencies to help clients access the right level of care to best meet their treatment needs
• Monitor client access to and involvement with the program to help address barriers to treatment; follow up with client and guardian timely to assess satisfaction with adjusting to the program
• Model and support health and wellness activities and healthy coping skills for clients
• If client is admitted to one of Northpoint's facilities, coordinate the admission and intake with the appropriate staff to ensure a timely and smooth transition into treatment; if client is referred to a program of another agency, forward all requested documentation with proper approval
• Work collaboratively with client's funding sources and Northpoint's Utilization Review team to obtain initial authorizations for reimbursement for treatment and support services
• Work cooperatively with the legal system to ensure coordination of services including court appearances when appropriate
• Complete paperwork requirements and maintain quality, up-to-date clinical records, including outcomes survey information and information for billing; enter necessary information into the electronic medical records (EMR) system
• Maintain working knowledge of other agencies and programs and a list of resources that can be shared with clients and their guardians
• Remain in compliance with internal and external policies, procedures, regulations, and standards
• Participate in all assigned meetings, staff development, and training as required
• Provide back-up assistance to counselors with group and individual therapy sessions as necessary
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures
• Maintain confidentiality in accordance with established policies and procedures and standards of care
• Other clinically appropriate services and special projects as assigned

Requirements

• Master's degree in Mental Health, Social Sciences or other relevant field required
• Active mental health licensure in the state where treatment services are rendered required
• If substance use licensure is not active, must be willing to apply for substance use licensure
• Must maintain applicable state licensure requirements at hire and for the entire duration of employment
• 1+ year of experience in relevant field that clearly demonstrates knowledge and skills related to the treatment of mental health disorders
• Must be able to exercise discretion and independent judgment in all areas of job performance including adherence to appropriate professional boundaries and strict confidentiality practices in regard to client activities and documentation
• Experience with trauma-informed services, cognitive behavioral therapies including DBT, CBT, and motivational therapies
• Able to apply clinical judgment, ethics and accountability to formulate and implement treatment plans and other clinical documentation
• Ability to work with a diverse population and possess strong interpersonal skills and knowledge required for treating adolescent clients assigned
• Must hold strong personal boundaries and able to build rapport with patients
• Must understand and adhere to the ethical standards of the respective licensure governing board