# Clinician - Assessment YouthUSD 28.34 - 36.08 Yearly|Homebased in 175 College St, Battle Creek, MI 49037-3432, United StatesFull TimeApply now**Job Summary/Objective:**The Assessment Clinician is responsible for ensuring individuals and families receive timely, appropriate, and coordinated services through comprehensive assessment, planning, and facilitation of care. This position plays a central role in supporting individuals with complex needs, including those living with intellectual and developmental disability (IDD), mental health conditions, and/or medical challenges—by conducting comprehensive bio-psychosocial assessments, developing person-centered plans, brokering services, and coordinating with providers to deliver meaningful, goal-driven care.**Essential Duties and Functions:**1. Assessment and Planning:* Conduct Initial Psychosocial Assessments, Annual Assessments, and Updates for changes in needs, services, or Level of Care (LOC) using standardized tools and evidence-based practices.* Facilitate Pre-Planning for the Person-Centered Planning (PCP) process.* Complete LOC tools as part of initial and ongoing assessments, including MichiCANS, DECA and LOCUS.* Complete safety planning as indicated per outcome on a risk assessment.2.Care Coordination:* Serve as the primary point of contact for coordinating and brokering services, including: + Clinical referrals via Workbench (i.e. ADOS testing). + Transfers across providers or internal programs. + Hospital discharge planning and aftercare coordination.* Ensure SPOT scheduling is aligned with the service being delivered.* Collaborate with clinical teams and external partners to ensure timely service access and continuity of care.* Maintain up-to-date knowledge of community resources and refer individuals and families to appropriate support.**Qualifications:*** Master’s Degree in Psychology, Social Work or related field with licensure or licensure eligibility in the State of Michigan as a Social Worker (LLMSW/LMSW); Limited Licensed Psychologist (TLLP/ LLP); Professional Counselor (LLPC/LPC) or Bachelor’s degree in social work, nursing, psychology, public health or a related human services field AND current enrollment in a master’s prepared educational program toward a master’s degree in social work, nursing, psychology, public health, or related human services field *as program allows.** Minimum 2 years of experience in care coordination, case management, or direct service delivery in behavioral health, IDD, or healthcare settings.* Deep understanding of person-centered planning, IPOS development, and state regulatory guidelines.* Familiarity with Electronic Health Records and electronic health platforms that assist in tracking and managing care.* Strong communication and organizational skills.* Knowledge of crisis management skills.* Knowledge of guardianship processes and Medicaid, iSPA approval pathways is highly desirable.* Experience with least restrictive care standards and behavior treatment plan service coordination.* Strong diagnostic skills and familiarity with DSM-5 and evidence-based assessment practices.* Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.**Benefits*** Premium health and vision within 30 days of hire* Company sponsored Health Reimbursement Account* Company paid short and long-term disability* Employee assistance program* 401(K) match up to 5% after one year of service* Social security alternative contributions* Free YMCA membership* Generous paid time off* 14 paid holidays* Continuing education reimbursement* Licensure study materials and exam reimbursement**Trauma Informed System of Care:**A trauma-informed approach to service delivery emphasizes physical and emotional safety, choice, empowerment, and trustworthiness for customers. The impact of trauma is broad and touches many life domains. Participation is mandatory for activities required for Summit Pointe to become a “Trauma Informed System of Care.”**PCN# 577**