Assessment Specialist-PT

Tandem-Behavioral-Health; Roanoke (VA); Presencial; USD 55 000 - 70 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Tandem Behavioral Health in Roanoke, VA seeks an Assessment Specialist to support clinical and operational functions. You will assist with assessments, treatment plans, and authorization requests while reviewing notes and audits to ensure quality, evidence-based care.

The role requires a Master's degree in a related field, licensure eligibility, and 2–3 years in behavioral health. You will work under regulatory standards and contribute to ongoing staff training and documentation quality.

Qualificações

• Master’s degree in social work, counseling, psychology, or related field required.
• License or license-eligible (LCSW, LPC, LMFT, etc.) preferred.
• 2–3 years of experience in behavioral health or substance use disorder treatment.
• Knowledge of Virginia Medicaid guidelines and DBHDS regulations.
• CPR, First Aid, and Behavior Modification certifications required.

Responsabilidades

• Referral & Intake Coordination, screenings, admissions, referrals, and assessments.
• Complete Initial Treatment Plan and ensure intake readiness for appointments.
• Complete authorizations (Continued Stay, Initial) and track status in EHR.
• Maintain timely documentation: progress notes, treatment plans, ISPs, and assessments.
• Ensure Medicaid and DBHDS compliance; follow grievances and safeguarding procedures.
• Lead training, investigations of abuse/neglect, and risk management documentation.
• Track time off and timecards; support audit and accreditation visits as needed.

Conhecimentos

Organizational skills

Time management

Clinical assessment

Treatment planning

Documentation

Supervision

Staff coaching

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Google Workspace

Formação académica

Master’s degree in social work, Counseling, Psychology, or related field

Ferramentas

Microsoft Office Suite

Google Workspace

Fax/email systems

Descrição da oferta de emprego

The Assessment Specialist supports the clinical and operational functions of Tandem BehavioralHealth by assisting with assessments, treatment plans, and authorization requests. This role mayalso be tasked with review of DAP notes, chart audits, and discharge summaries. This role ensureshigh-quality, evidence-based care, regulatory compliance with Virginia Medicaid and DBHDSstandards.Key Duties & ResponsibilitiesReferral & Intake CoordinationConduct screenings, admissions, referrals, and assessments.Completion of Initial Treatment PlanEnsure that document is complete in its entirety in preparation for intake appointments.AuthorizationsComplete Continued Stay requests, as clinically appropriateComplete Initial Authorization requests for initiation of servicesFollow up on the status of authorization requests, as neededInput authorization approvals into the EHRFollow up on discrepancies with authorization requestsDocumentation & RecordsEnsure timely completion of discharge summariesApprove and monitor Client Service Plans.Develop and update Individualized Service Plans (ISPs).Submit and/or approve all clinical documentation, including progress notes, treatmentplans, and assessments, within 24 hours, in compliance with Virginia Medicaid guidelines.Maintain accuracy and confidentiality of client records.Participate in Peer-to-Peer reviews, as neededOperations &; ComplianceEnsure compliance with Medicaid, DBHDS, and internal policies.Follow procedures for grievances/complaints and abuse/neglect/exploitation reporting.Maintain organized digital records and contribute to risk management documentation.Initiate, conduct, assign, and follow up on all investigations of client abuse, neglect, and/orexploitation.Conduct pre-service and in-service staff training, as needed.Track, monitor, and approve time off requests and timecards for direct reports.Assist with audit and accreditation visits as neededQualificationsMaster’s degree in social work, Counseling, Psychology, or related field required; license orlicense-eligible (LCSW, LPC, LMFT, etc.) preferred.Minimum 2–3 years of experience in behavioral health or substance use disorder treatment.Knowledge of Virginia Medicaid guidelines, DBHDS regulations, and clinical documentationstandards.Supervisory or team lead experience strongly preferredValid Virginia driver’s license with current DMV driving record.Certifications required: CPR, First Aid, and Behavior Modification.Skills & CompetenciesStrong organizational and time-management skills with ability to multitask.Strong clinical assessment, treatment planning, and documentation skills.Ability to supervise, coach, and motivate staff effectively.Excellent organizational, time-management, and problem-solving abilities.Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.Ability to manage confidential information with discretion.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Attention to detail and accuracy in documentation.Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, and fax/email systems.Ability to work collaboratively with clinical, administrative, and leadership staff.Able to de-escalate stressful situations.Reporting StructureReports to: Clinical SupervisorDirect Support to: N/ACollaborates with: Part-time Clinical Coordinator, Counselors, HR/Marketing CoordinatorPhysical Demands and Work EnvironmentThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by anemployee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonableaccommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear.The employee frequently is required to use hands or finger, handle, or feel objects, tools,or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; reach with hands andarms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally liftand/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include closeTandem Behavioral Health vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noiselevel in the work environment is usually moderate.NoteThis job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed bythe employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any otherjob-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any personauthorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essentialfunctions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonablyaccommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents willpossess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirementsmay exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety ofthemselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels ofknowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, impliedor otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.