IM+CANS Assessment Specialist

FRIEND HEALTH; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

PTO & Holidays

Professional development

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Friend Health – HRDI is seeking an IM+CANS Assessor to complete high-quality Medicaid IM+CANS assessments for individuals in substance use disorder services. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to inform treatment planning and care coordination across outpatient, OTP, and residential settings.

The role requires IM+CANS certification, familiarity with ASAM criteria, and strong documentation within an electronic health record system. Travel between program sites may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, Human Services, or related field required.
• Master's degree preferred.
• IM+CANS Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct IM+CANS assessments in accordance with Illinois requirements and timelines.
• Complete comprehensive biopsychosocial evaluations (substance use, mental health, medical, social determinants, risk).
• Engage clients in trauma-informed, culturally responsive manner.
• Identify strengths, needs and risk factors to inform treatment planning.

Skills

ASAM Criteria

Trauma-informed care

Documentation

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Assessment synthesis

EHR proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work/related field

Master's degree preferred

IM+CANS Certification

Tools

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Job description

Friend Health – HRDI is seeking an IM+CANS Assessor to complete high-quality Medicaid IM+CANS assessments for individuals in substance use disorder services. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to inform treatment planning and care coordination across outpatient, OTP, and residential settings.

The role requires IM+CANS certification, familiarity with ASAM criteria, and strong documentation within an electronic health record system. Travel between program sites may be required.