Behavioral Health Intake and Evaluation Clinician

Burrell Behavioral Health; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program

Mileage reimbursement

Employee discounts

Licensure supervision

Continuing education

Liability coverage

Workplace culture

Job summary

Burrell Behavioral Health in St. Louis, MO is seeking a Clinical Evaluator to conduct initial screenings and comprehensive behavioral health assessments, establish provisional diagnoses, and develop treatment recommendations.

The role involves connecting individuals with appropriate services and coordinating follow-up to ensure timely access to care. We value an empathetic, detail-oriented clinician with strong judgment who can provide crisis intervention and brief therapy within a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in behavioral health field and Missouri licensure or provisional licensure.
• Experience in behavioral health assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, safety planning, and referral coordination.
• Unrestricted licensure applicable to practice area and location.
• 18+ years old; valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive screenings, clinical assessments, and diagnostic evaluations to identify needs and recommend services.
• Connect individuals with mental health, substance use, and community-based programs that align with goals.
• Develop provisional diagnoses, treatment plans, and safety planning when appropriate.
• Provide brief therapeutic interventions, crisis support, and safety planning as needed.
• Document assessments and referrals accurately and within required timeframes.
• Collaborate with clinical teams to promote continuity of care and reduce barriers.
• Participate in meetings, trainings, and quality improvement activities.

Skills

Clinical judgement

Critical thinking

Evidence-based practice

Assessment skills

Crisis intervention

Communication

Education

Master's degree in social work, psychology, counseling, LMFT, or related field

Job description

Burrell Behavioral Health in St. Louis, MO is seeking a Clinical Evaluator to conduct initial screenings and comprehensive behavioral health assessments, establish provisional diagnoses, and develop treatment recommendations.

The role involves connecting individuals with appropriate services and coordinating follow-up to ensure timely access to care. We value an empathetic, detail-oriented clinician with strong judgment who can provide crisis intervention and brief therapy within a fast-paced