Clinical Evaluator & Treatment Planner (Full-Time)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health, dental, vision benefits

Retirement plan

Job summary

Burrell Behavioral Health in Springfield, MO is seeking a Clinical Evaluator to conduct comprehensive initial assessments and develop treatment plans for individuals of all ages seeking services.

Responsibilities include provisional diagnoses, referrals, safety planning, and potential brief therapy sessions. The role may involve clinical supervision of trainees and collaboration with different departments as needed.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or related field required.
• State licensure required for the location and practice including LP, PLP, LPC, PLPC, LCSW, LMSW, PLMFT, or PLMFT.

Responsibilities

• Conduct screenings and assessments for individuals seeking services to determine appropriateness and eligibility.
• Adhere to operational guidelines and professional code of ethics.
• Meet department-specific collaborative service goals, ensuring adequate direct client care hours and proactive coordination to minimize cancellations.
• Maintain accurate client documentation within expected timeframes.
• Document activities for data collection purposes.
• Stay informed about programs, including admission criteria and referral processes.
• Provide or coordinate comprehensive follow-up plans for assessed clients.
• Participate in or coordinate emergency services for crisis intervention.
• Stay knowledgeable about community resources beyond services provided.
• Engage in peer review staffing, departmental meetings, and staff development activities.
• Ensure compliance with Quality Assurance/Compliance/Revenue Cycle procedures.
• Deliver educational material in public forums to promote mental health awareness and community response.
• Cooperate with management needs, including data collection, program evaluation, and grant applications.
• Comply with Quality Assurance procedures and clinical records regulations.
• Complete all required trainings and evaluations.
• Report critical incidents and staff responses to supervising leadership.

Education

Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or related field

Job description

Burrell Behavioral Health in Springfield, MO is seeking a Clinical Evaluator to conduct comprehensive initial assessments and develop treatment plans for individuals of all ages seeking services.

Responsibilities include provisional diagnoses, referrals, safety planning, and potential brief therapy sessions. The role may involve clinical supervision of trainees and collaboration with different departments as needed.