Clinical Evaluator: Connect & Care for Behavioral Health

BBH Burrell Behavioral Health; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health, dental, vision, retirement, &

Continuing Education - 3 days leave

Liability Coverage

Mileage Reimbursement

Employee Discounts

Job summary

Brightli is seeking a licensed behavioral health professional to join the Connection Services team in St. Louis as a Clinical Evaluator.

You will conduct initial screenings and comprehensive assessments, establish provisional diagnoses, and determine appropriate treatment recommendations to connect clients with timely care. The role offers meaningful work, diverse clinical experiences, and opportunities for professional growth within a collaborative team focused on reducing barriers to access

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or related behavioral health field.
• Current Missouri licensure or provisional licensure as listed (LPC, PLPC, LCSW, LMSW, LP, PLP, PLMFT, or LMFT).
• Knowledge of behavioral health assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, safety planning, and referral coordination.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive screenings and diagnostic evaluations to identify needs, determine eligibility, and recommend appropriate services.
• Connect individuals with mental health, substance use, and community-based programs that align with their needs and treatment goals.
• Develop provisional diagnoses, treatment recommendations, and individualized plans based on assessment findings.
• Provide brief therapeutic interventions, safety planning, and crisis support when appropriate.
• Coordinate referrals and follow-up services to promote timely access to care and a positive client experience.
• Collaborate with clinical teams and service providers to reduce barriers and support continuity of care.
• Respond to urgent behavioral health needs through crisis assessment and coordination of emergency services.
• Document assessments, clinical decisions, referrals, and client interactions accurately within required timeframes.
• Participate in department meetings, consultations, peer reviews, training, and quality improvement activities.

Skills

Clinical judgment

Critical thinking

Evidence-based practice

Communication

Assessment skills

Education

Master’s degree in Social Work

Master’s degree in Psychology

Master’s degree in Counseling

Licensed or provisional licensure in Missouri (LPC/PLPC/LCSW/LMSW/LP/PLP/PLMFT/LMFT)

Job description

Brightli is seeking a licensed behavioral health professional to join the Connection Services team in St. Louis as a Clinical Evaluator.

You will conduct initial screenings and comprehensive assessments, establish provisional diagnoses, and determine appropriate treatment recommendations to connect clients with timely care. The role offers meaningful work, diverse clinical experiences, and opportunities for professional growth within a collaborative team focused on reducing barriers to access