Coordinated Assessment System Assessor

Whitecap Search Healthcare; Melville (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

WCS Healthcare Partners in Melville, NY is seeking a dedicated Coordinated Assessment System Assessor to perform person-centered assessments for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This role determines service needs and supports NYS programs.

The assessor conducts in-person and virtual evaluations, gathers information from individuals and families, reviews records, and ensures timely documentation while ensuring OPWDD compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, or related field.
• Experience conducting comprehensive assessments with I/DD population is desired.
• Strong interviewing, assessment, and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-person and virtual assessments using the CAS tool.
• Evaluate health status, daily living skills, needs, and support systems.
• Interview individuals, families, caregivers, and providers.
• Review medical and social records to support findings.
• Complete and submit timely documentation in required systems.
• Coordinate scheduling of assessments and manage caseload.
• Collaborate with care managers, clinical teams, and providers.
• Ensure compliance with OPWDD guidelines and quality standards.

Skills

Interviewing

Assessment

Documentation

Time management

Microsoft Office

Data entry

Travel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work/Psychology/Sociology

Tools

Data entry systems

Job description

Coordinated Assessment System Assessor #26-04789

$22/hour Melville, NY

WCS Healthcare Partners is seeking a dedicated professional to conduct comprehensive, person-centered assessments for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This role is crucial in determining service needs and ensuring individuals receive appropriate support through New York State programs.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct in-person and virtual assessments using the Coordinated Assessment System (CAS) tool
• Evaluate individuals’ health status, daily living skills, behavioral needs, and support systems
• Interview individuals, families, caregivers, and providers to gather accurate information
• Review medical and social records to support assessment findings
• Complete and submit detailed, timely documentation in required systems
• Coordinate scheduling of assessments and manage assigned caseload
• Collaborate with care managers, clinical teams, and service providers
• Ensure compliance with OPWDD guidelines and quality standards

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, or related field
• Minimum 1 year of experience working with I/DD (intellectual/developmental disability) population
• Strong interviewing, assessment, and documentation skills
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and data entry systems
• Valid NYS Driver’s License or State ID (travel required)

Location: Nassau & Suffolk County, Long Island

Schedule: Full-Time | 5 days x 8 hours

Flexible daytime shifts: 8:30am-4:30pm, 9am-5pm, or 10am-6pm. Must be available 1-2 weekends per month. Assessments may occur any day of the week, including weekends.

Disclosure: The hourly rates and/or salaries listed may or may not reflect total compensation packages including bonus and fringe benefits, etc., nor are the advertisement(s) posted a guarantee of a certain compensation package for a position or bona fide offer of employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.