Clinical Assessment Specialist

Pathlight; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave benefits

Retirement benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

ERC Pathlight is seeking a Clinical Assessment Specialist I to determine clinical appropriateness, level of care, and service line for treatment by assessing patients. You will ensure a validating, educational, and compassionate experience while providing accurate clinical recommendations.

Essential duties include conducting thorough assessments, presenting the program, coordinating admissions, and documenting all information with attention to confidentiality and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Graduate degree in mental health or related field is required.
• Licensure as LPC, LPC-A, LMFT, LCSW, LMSW under supervision, LCPC, LISW is required or eligible.
• LMFT, LCSW, LPC, LCPC preferred; CEDS and CADC preferred.
• At least 2 years of behavioral health experience in assessment or related role.

Responsibilities

• Conduct level of care assessments by phone and document clinical justification.
• Present program information and educate patients and families about care options.
• Coordinate admissions, gather records, and facilitate referrals.
• Document patient information, communications, and insurance details.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Assessment skills

Communication skills

Documentation

Team coordination

Independent judgment

Education

Graduate degree in mental health or related field

Tools

Office software

Job description

At ERC Pathlight, we’re on a mission to change lives—and we’re looking for people who feel called to do the same.

As one of the nation’s leading treatment providers for eating disorders and mood, anxiety, and trauma-related conditions, we bring innovative, evidence-based, and deeply compassionate care to patients across the country. With multiple locations nationwide and extensive virtual programming, we meet patients exactly where they are and help them move toward lasting recovery.

Founded in 2008 by renowned psychiatrists and psychologists, ERC Pathlight now supports more than 6,000 patients each year. And as the need for world-class mental health care continues to rise, our commitment is stronger than ever: to expand access, elevate the standard of care, and empower every patient to rebuild their life with dignity and hope.

Why Join Us

When you join ERC Pathlight, you become part of a team that shows up every day to make a real difference. You’ll work alongside passionate clinicians, dedicated support staff, and mission-driven leaders who believe in collaboration, growth, and doing the right thing—always.

Here, your work matters. Your ideas matter. You matter.

If you’re energized by purpose, motivated by impact, and ready to help transform the future of mental health treatment, you belong here.

Come build hope. Come save lives. Come grow with us.

Working Hours: 12:00 PM to 9:00 PM CST (Central Standard Time)

What you’ll be doing

The Clinical Assessment Specialist I is responsible for determining the clinical appropriateness, level of care, and line of service for treatment by assessing a patient’s presentation and clinical information. This role ensures individuals have a validating, educational, and compassionate experience while receiving an accurate clinical recommendation.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Level of Care Assessment/Clinical Justification & Diagnosis: Conduct thorough assessments by phone for individuals with various mental health disorders, determining the appropriate level of care and line of service. Provide clear, documented clinical justification for the determined level of care and establish a preliminary diagnosis based on patient interaction.
• Program Information Presentation/Patient Education: Present the ERC Pathlight program and its services in a comprehensive and welcoming manner, ensuring prospective patients understand their treatment options. Educate patients and their families about their level of care recommendation and the potential benefits of the proposed treatment.
• Care Coordination/Referral and Resource: Facilitate the admissions process by gathering necessary records and coordinating communication among a multidisciplinary team, within and outside of the organization. Make referrals and provide appropriate resources to patients as needed.
• Information Documentation: Collect and document complete patient information, including communications, contact details, and insurance information, in an organized and thorough manner.
• Other Duties: Perform additional duties as assigned by the management team.

Education Requirement:

• Graduate Degree in Mental health or related field is required.

Licenses and Certifications:

• Candidates must have a Licensed Master's Level Clinician (LPC, LPC-A, LMFT, LCSW, LMSW Under Supervision, LCPC, LISW) Associate licensures are accepted. Licensure supervision is not provided for this role.
• LMFT, LCSW, LPC, LCPC (preferred)
• CEDS (preferred)
• CADC (preferred)

Must Haves:

• Basic knowledge in computerized office applications.
• Ability to establish priorities and organize workload; works in a team environment to achieve organizational goals.
• Ability to take initiative without established guidelines and procedures using independent judgment. High degree of attention to detail.
• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with people at all levels of the organization.
• Maintain strict confidentiality; exercise tact and diplomacy when dealing with sensitive, complex, and confidential information; display an attitude of cooperation and work harmoniously with all levels of ERC teammates.
• 2+ years of behavioral health experience as an Assessment Specialist, Therapist or similar role. Assessment experience highly preferred. Professional contributor who applies acquired job skills, policies, and procedures to complete substantive assignments/projects/tasks of moderate scope and complexity. Works independently with general supervision; exercises judgment within defined guidelines and practices to determine appropriate action. May provide guidance and assistance to entry level professionals and/or support employees.

Location & Schedule:

This position is posted as remote; however, per company policy, candidates residing within a 35-mile radius of ZIP code 80230 will be required to follow a hybrid schedule, even if they applied to the remote posting.

• Remote: Mondays and Fridays
• On-site in our Denver Office: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays

The compensation range for this position is based upon candidate experience and market expectations.

$65,000 - $70,000 USD

This range is dependent upon candidate's state of residence, experience and market expectations.

Virtual Pay Range

$65,000 - $70,000 USD

What We Offer

At ERC Pathlight, caring for people is our missionand that begins with caring for our own team. Your well-being matters, and our benefitprogramis designedto support every part of your life.

• competitive compensation
• comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• generous Paid Time Off
• Parental Leave benefits
• Retirement benefits
• tuition reimbursement

We also recognize that mental health is part of every person’s experience. That’swhy we strive to create a workplace where you feel supported, seen, and encouraged—personally, professionally, and at home.

When you thrive, you can do your best work. And your best work changes lives.