Assessment Clinician

Compass Health, Inc.; Missouri; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

HRSA loan repayment eligibility

Performance incentives up to $20,000

Specialized training opportunities

Job summary

Compass Health, Inc. is seeking an Assessment Clinician (Client Access Specialist) to help individuals access behavioral health care. You will conduct comprehensive assessments, determine service needs, and guide clients into appropriate programs with empathy and advocacy.

This nonprofit role emphasizes access, equity, and connection in underserved communities. You will work within a multidisciplinary team, supporting open access, documentation, and culturally responsive care while addressing

Qualifications

• Master's degree in counseling, social work, or psychology required.
• Missouri licensure (PLPC/PLMFT/LMSW) required; LPC/LMFT/LCSW preferred in Missouri.
• Minimum of three years' relevant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive behavioral health assessments for individuals seeking care.
• Determine service needs and coordinate client enrollments across programs.
• Provide brief therapy and develop treatment plans where applicable.
• Collaborate within a multidisciplinary team to ensure holistic care.
• Support Open Access by guiding referral flow and client engagement.
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation per agency and state standards.
• Provide culturally responsive and trauma-informed services to diverse populations.
• Respond to walk-in behavioral health crises.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Trauma-informed care

Cultural responsiveness

Client engagement

Education

Master's degree in counseling, social work, or psychology

Job description

Be the First Step Toward Healing as an Assessment Clinician - Supporting Access to Mental Health Care As an Assessment Clinician (Internal title: Client Access Specialist), you'll play a vital role in helping individuals access the care they need, right when they need it. You'll provide timely, compassionate assessments and guide clients into services that support their wellness and recovery goals. This is a high-impact role for someone who values access, equity, and connection in behavioral healthcare. This is a great opportunity for someone who:

Thrives in a fast-paced environment where each day brings meaningful interactions with new clients.

Is passionate about connecting individuals to life-changing services and advocating for access to care.

Wants to be part of a nonprofit, mission-focused organization making a difference in underserved communities.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive behavioral health assessments for individuals accessing care.
• Determine service needs and coordinate client enrollments across multiple programs.
• Provide brief therapy and develop treatment plans where applicable.
• Collaborate within a multidisciplinary team to ensure holistic care.
• Support the Open Access process by guiding referral flow and client engagement.
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation per agency and state standards.
• Provide culturally responsive and trauma-informed services to diverse populations.
• Respond to walk-in behavioral health crises.

Requirements, Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Master's degree in counseling, social work, or psychology required
• PLPC, PLMFT, or LMSW in Missouri required
• LPC, LMFT, or LCSW in Missouri preferred
• At least three (3) years' experience preferred
• Working knowledge of DSM-5 required

You'll Be A Great Fit for This Role if You:

• Are passionate about making behavioral health services more accessible in rural communities.
• Bring strong clinical skills and sound judgment to fast-paced situations.
• Enjoy working as part of a supportive, mission-driven team.
• Are energized by helping people take the first steps in their recovery journey.
• Value strength-based, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive approaches to care.
• Are organized, compassionate, and ready to lead client engagement efforts with professionalism and heart.

More Reasons Therapists Choose Compass Health:

• Licensure supervision provided
• Eligible for HRSA loan repayment programs upon full licensure (location- & on-site-dependent)
• Performance incentives up to $20,000 annually
• Specialized training opportunities in DBT, EMDR, and other modalities
• Stability. The average tenure of the client access clinician is six (6) years.
• Paid holidays and no weekend shifts
• Leadership development opportunities (supervision, huddles, training)
• Option for additional income through PRN roles or supervision stipends