Diagnostic Assessor

ACE Wellness Center; Valleyview (OH); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

Job summary

ACE Wellness Center in Ohio is seeking Mental Health Diagnostic Assessors to be the first point of contact for clients. This position is on an as needed basis, providing diagnostic evaluations for 10-15 hours per week with flexible hours and travel across Cuyahoga and Lorain counties.

The assessor completes DSM-V diagnoses and related paperwork, with reports due within 48 hours. Qualified candidates will have an LSW, LPC, or MFT; independent licensure is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree; Ohio LSW/LPC required; LISW/LPCC preferred.
• Ohio driver’s license and safe driving record required.
• Must be license eligible through the Ohio State Board of Psychology or have a psychology license.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate current client and family functioning and complete diagnostic evaluations.
• Complete psychosocial history and determine DSM-V diagnosis and related reports.
• Meet with clients at ACE locations, virtually, or travel to homes; complete assessments.
• Explain ACE services to families and engage with youth and agencies as needed.
• Maintain timely completion of reports and stay updated on DSM-V measures.

Skills

English reading/writing

Organizational skills

Confidentiality

Typing/computer skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree with Ohio LSW or LPC

LISW or LPCC preferred

Master’s degree for psychologist licensure

Job description

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance

ACE Wellness Center is seeking Mental Health Diagnostic Assessors to be the first point of contact for our clients. Assessors work on an as needed basis providing diagnostic evaluations for 10-15 hours per week. Hours worked are flexible and set by you! We are currently looking for assessors who are open to covering Cuyahoga and Lorain county. The Mental Health Assessor will complete diagnostic evaluations and paperwork within 48 hours, complete psychosocial history, and mental health assessment to obtain a mental health diagnosis. Qualified candidates will have an LSW, LPC, or MFT, however, an independent license is preferred. Bilingual candidates encouraged to apply!

Essential Functions:

• Evaluate current client and family functioning.
• Explain the mental health services of ACE Wellness’ and engage family, youth, and other pertinent agencies.
• Obtain current insurance information to verify service coverage and benefits.
• Maintain current knowledge of DSM-V diagnoses and recommends treatment options and level of care.
• The diagnostic assessor completes mental health diagnostic evaluations and formulates a diagnosis according to the DSM-V criteria.
• Maintains knowledge of current psychological measures/ instruments.
• Obtains documents, information, and signatures from parents and clients that are necessary to complete assessments and evaluations.
• Summarize the major treatment issues and expected outcomes.
• Complete all reports within the necessary time frame.
• Meets with clients at all ACE locations, virtually or travels to client’s homes to complete assessments.
• Attends all required staff training and staff meetings.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• May be involved in the planning, organization, and implementation of special events or department specific projects or seasonal program changes.
• In times of need, employees may be asked to complete related duties other than those indicated above as assigned by their supervisor.

Performance/Physical Requirements:

• May involve extensive driving. A valid driver’s license, safe driving record, reliable transportation, and proof of insurance are required
• English reading and writing skills required
• Organizational skills, attention to detail, and confidentiality required
• Works flexible hours
• Requires typing and computer competency, including Windows applications for typing case notes and other paperwork
• Receives referrals and delegates to the appropriate clinical staff.

Qualifications:

• Minimum educational level for diagnostic assessor is a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree and Ohio LSW or LPC. LISW or LPCC is preferred.
• Minimum education level for psychological assessor or licensed psychologist is a Master’s degree.
• Must have Ohio LPC, be enrolled in psychology doctoral program, be license eligible through the Ohio State Board of Psychology, or have a psychology license.
• Regardless of title, employee must have a valid Ohio Driver’s License and safe driving record.

At ACE we care about the health and safety of our employees. ACE requires applicants to complete a pre-employment screening process upon receipt of an offer of employment. We require and cover the cost of a fingerprint background screening. Any employment offer is contingent upon receipt of all satisfactory pre-employment screenings. Committed to creating a more diverse community, we encourage candidates from historically underrepresented groups to apply.

ACE Wellness Center provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to age, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation or gender identity, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.