CANS Assessment Associate

Integratedservice; Gallipolis Township (OH); On-site; USD 26,174 - 30,665; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Vision

Short-term Disability

Long-term Disability

401K w/ Employer Match

EAP

Job summary

Integrated Services for Behavioral Health (ISBH) is a community‑minded behavioral health organization serving southeastern and central Ohio. The CANS Assessor conducts comprehensive assessments for children, adolescents, and transitional‑age youth to identify strengths, needs, and appropriate levels of care.

The role partners with families, providers, and community resources to support timely access to services and maintain accurate documentation in the EHR system while ensuring HIPAA compliance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Current Ohio CANS certification or ability to certify within the first 21 days of employment.
• 2–3 years of experience in community mental health, child welfare, or related settings.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive CANS assessments for children, adolescents, and transitional‑age youth in various settings.
• Build and maintain knowledge of OhioRISE referral pathways and program offerings.
• Maintain accurate records in the EHR and CANS portal compliant with agency requirements.
• Collaborate with families, clinicians, and partners to translate assessment findings into next steps.
• Travel within designated service areas; ensure HIPAA compliance and timely care.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Medicaid knowledge

Trauma-informed care

Family systems

Driver's license

Reliable transportation

Deadline management

EHR mastery

Confidentiality

Education

High school diploma or GED

Ohio CANS certification or ability to certify within 21 days

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

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CANS Assessment Associate – Southeast Ohio

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Integrated Services for Behavioral Health (ISBH) is a community‑minded, forward‑thinking behavioral health organization helping people along the road to health and well‑being. We meet people in their homes and communities and help connect them to their needed resources. We serve southeastern and central Ohio with a comprehensive array of behavioral health and other services – working with local partners to promote healthy people and strong communities. Our services are intended to be collaborative and personalized for the individual.

The CANS Assessor conducts comprehensive behavioral health assessments for children, adolescents, and transitional‑age youth to identify strengths, needs, and appropriate levels of care. This position serves as a key resource within the organization by completing Child and Adolescent Needs and Strengths (CANS) assessments, coordinating with families, providers, and community partners, and connecting youth to appropriate services and specialty programs. The CANS Assessment Associate maintains accurate documentation, ensures compliance with state and agency requirements, and fosters collaborative relationships to support timely access to coordinated behavioral health care.

The pay range for this position is $19.00-$22.26 per hour based on experience, education, and/or licensure.

Essential Functions

• Conduct comprehensive CANS assessments for children, adolescents, and transitional‑age youth (birth through age 21) in virtual, home, school, and community settings
• Build and maintain knowledge of the organization and OhioRISE referral pathways and specialty program offerings including but not limited to 1915C waivers, YFC/Ifast/IHBT, and QRTP requests
• Maintain accurate, timely records in the electronic health record and CANS portal in accordance with agency, state, and OhioRISE requirements
• Collaborate with clinical staff, families, and community partners to translate assessment findings and next steps
• Build and maintain collaborative relationships with referral systems, community partners and collateral agents involved in the CANS or OhioRISE umbrella of care
• Utilizes databases and Electronic Health Record?systems?for?accurate?client documentation??
• Maintain compliance with HIPAA, mandated reporting requirements, and professional ethical guidelines
• Travels within designated service areas
• All other duties as assigned

Education

• A high school diploma or GED equivalent is required
• Current Ohio CANS certification or ability to certify within the first 21 days of employment

Experience

2-3 years of experience in community mental health, child welfare, or a closely related human services setting is required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Advanced communication skills, both oral and written is required
• Advanced organizational skills are required
• Knowledge of child and adolescent behavioral health, trauma‑informed care, and family systems is required
• Ability to bill Medicaid without restrictions is required
• Ability to?maintain?confidential information?is?required?
• Ability to adhere to all safety, rules, regulations and requirements
• Knowledge of Medicaid regulations and compliance requirements is?required?
• Access to reliable transportation?is?required?
• A valid driver's license and the ability to operate a motor vehicle is required
• An appropriate level of auto insurance coverage is required
• Ability to manage deadlines within a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment is required
• Ability to operate in an Internet‑based, automated office environment is required
• Ability to maintain high‑speed internet connection is required

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer is required
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times is required

Enjoy a great work environment with an excellent salary, generous paid time off, and a strong benefits package!

Benefits include:

• Medical
• Vision
• Short‑term Disability
• Long‑term Disability
• 401K w/ Employer Match
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) provides support and resources to help you and your family with a range of issues.

OUR MISSION

Delivering exceptional care through connection

OUR VALUES

• Dignity – We meet people where they are on their journey with respect and hope
• Collaboration – We listen to understand and ask how we can best support the people and communities we serve
• Wellbeing – We celebrate one another's strengths, and we support one another in being well
• Excellence – We demand high‑quality care for those we serve, and are a leader in how we care for one another as a team
• Innovation – We deeply value a range of perspectives and experiences, knowing it is what inspires us to stretch past where we are and reach towards what we know is possible

The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individuals in this role, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under their supervision.

We’re an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.