Assessment Clinician - 27th Ave; Phoenix, AZ 85017

TERRO; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 57,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Terros Health seeks an Assessment Clinician at its 27th Ave Phoenix center. This role conducts biopsychosocial and ASAM assessments, collaborates with DCS and the care team, and develops consumer-focused service plans.

You will perform outpatient counseling as needed, across diverse populations, and ensure comprehensive documentation within the AFF program framework. A master’s in behavioral health and licensure eligibility are required.

Qualifications

• Must have a Master’s degree in a related Behavioral Health field.
• Arizona licensure in good standing or eligibility is required to obtain licensure as an AFF Assessment Clinician.
• Experience working with diverse populations and bilingual desired (Spanish/ASL).
• Strong communication and collaboration skills essential for multi-agency coordination.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial and ASAM Criteria assessments to determine treatment needs.
• Develop service plans in collaboration with the care team and DCS specialists.
• Coordinate with Care Coordinator for referrals to stabilization or higher levels of care as indicated.
• Prepare written ASAM-based assessment summaries and ensure accurate documentation.
• Provide evidence-based outpatient counseling across adults, children, adolescents, families, couples and groups.

Skills

Communication

Bilingual capabilities

Interpersonal skills

Education

Master’s degree in Behavioral Health

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Terros Health is pleased to share an exciting and rewarding opportunity for an Assessment Clinician working at our 27th Ave Health Center. Reporting to the Clinical Site Manager, the ideal individual is flexible, compassionate and professional. If you enjoy working with individuals during some of the most vulnerable times of their lives this may be just the opportunity you’ve been seeking.We are a healthcare company focused on the whole person, providing primary care and specializing in mental health and substance use treatment for the last 50 years. We help people live their lives in recovery and we save lives every day. Our overall goals of the Outpatient program include achievement of a state of recovery, improved quality of life, and improved integration within community and family resources and supports.Terros Health is a healthcare organization of caring people, guided by our core values of integrity, compassion and empowerment. For more than four decades, the heart of everything we do is inspiring change for life. We help people manage addiction and mental illness, provide primary medical care, restore families, support our veterans, and connect individuals to the care they need.HOPE ~ HEALTH ~ HEALINGTerros Health is looking for an Assessment Clinician for our 27th Ave location in Phoenix, AZSchedule: Full TimeMon - FriLocation: 3864 N 27th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85017Experience Treating Co-Occurring Disorders PreferredBehavioral Health Experience Preferred, New Grads ConsideredMaintains Arizona Arizona License: LCSW, LPC, LIAC, LMSW, LAC, LAAC or LMFT in Good StandingMaster’s degree, i.e., MA, MC, MSW, in a Behavioral Health FieldAZ Licensure Reimbursed When Renewed as a TH Employee (according to Policy)*Weekly clinical supervision for associate level licensed staff*Starting at $23.42 for BHT Level Therapists$57,000+ for Associate Licensed Therapists$70,000+ for Independent Licensed TherapistsPosition Summary: Under the Agency’s policies and professional requirements, with oversight by the Clinical Manager, the Arizona Families F.I.R.S.T. (AFF) Assessment Clinician works closely with the Department of Child Safety (DCS) Specialist, the Terros Health Service Team, and other collateral community contacts to engage AFF referred clients. The engagement process includes conducting a comprehensive biopsychosocial assessment to determine the diagnosis and individual treatment needs of the client. The AFF Assessment Clinician may complete assessments for AFF clients referred from any of the Terros Health-contracted regions, including Maricopa East, Maricopa West, Northern and Southern regions. The AFF Assessment Clinician participates in the development of the Service Plan through the service team format, which strives to effectively meet the patient’s/family’s needs and aims to result in improve health outcomes. This position is responsible for providing evidence-based, therapeutic interventions which may include outpatient counseling services for adults, children, adolescents, families, couples and groups. The position reports to the Clinical Site Manager or Director of AFF Regions.Duties May Include:Prior to the assessment, reviews the DCS referral and supplemental documents to gain insight about the family system from DCS’ perspective, including prior treatment attempts, child safety threats related to substance use, and other barriers to reunification.Conducts a comprehensive biopsychosocial and ASAM Criteria assessment to identify whether the patient requires treatment, and if so, the treatment level of care and supportive services necessary to meet the patient’s needs.Requests additional information from the referring DCS/DES Specialist if the determination is that substance use disorder treatment is not recommended; including discussions surrounding the original reason the referral was made and confirm that no additional information is available that would influence the determination, as evidenced by documentation in the patient record.Coordinates with the Care Coordinator to make referral to an appropriate facility, should the ASAM Criteria assessment indicates a need for stabilization services (medical detoxification), inpatient, and residential services.Upon completion of the assessment, prepares a written assessment summary that follows the ASAM Criteria Comprehensive Assessment Report outline as described in the scope of work.Completes care coordination activities, as needed, with other entities to ensure individual client needs are identified, included in the assessment, and addressed in the Service Plan.Benefits & WellnessWe invest in the health, well-being, and success of our employees and their families by offering comprehensive benefits, wellness resources, and opportunities to grow both personally and professionallyMultiple medical plan options, including a no-premium plan for employees and their familiesMultiple dental plan options, including orthodontic coverageVision insuranceGroup life and disability insurancePet insurance401(k) plan with company matchInterest-free medical line of creditFinancial education, planning, and support resourcesMonetary company contribution toward eligible benefitsBilingual pay differentialGenerous Paid Time Off (PTO) – 3 weeks off in the first yearPaid Sick Time10 paid holidays annuallyComprehensive wellness program featuring wellness challenges, activities, and prizesEmployee Assistance Program (EAP) available to employees and their family membersTrip Reduction ProgramOngoing professional growth and career development opportunities, including:ScholarshipsClinical supervisionContinuing Education Units (CEUs)Tuition discounts through Grand Canyon University, University of Phoenix, and Northern Arizona University (NAU)Access to the Working Advantage Employee Discount Program, with savings on:Gym membershipsCar rentalsFlights, hotels, movie tickets, and moreMust possess a Master’s degree in a related discipline, i.e. MA, MC, MSW, Arizona behavioral health license (other than LBSW) or eligible for Arizona license from Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners.Must pass background check in accordance with Terros Health and DCS requirements including, but not limited to, no restraining orders within the last 10 years.Must pass DCS Central Registry check without any disqualifying events.Must have ability to perform First Aid or CPR as necessary and appropriate.Knowledge in use of Electronic Health Records - NextGen a plus.Experience working with diverse populations and bilingual desired (Spanish/ASL - pay differential available).Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook.Excellent oral and written communication skills.Must have valid Arizona driver’s license, be 21 years of age with minimum 4 years driving experience and meet requirements of Terros Health’s driving policy.Must have a valid Arizona Fingerprint Clearance card or apply for an Arizona fingerprint clearance card (Level 1) within 7 working days of assuming role.Must pass a TB Test.Physical demands of this position are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.