Juvenile Justice Clinical Assessor

Port Health; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mission-driven culture

Collaborative environment

Professional development

Competitive benefits

Job summary

Easterseals PORT Health is seeking a Juvenile Justice Clinical Assessor to provide comprehensive clinical evaluations, treatment recommendations, and care coordination for youth involved with the juvenile justice system. You will connect youths and their families to evidence-based mental health and substance use resources.

Role requires a Master’s degree in a human services field and active licensure or credentials.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a human services field from an accredited program.
• Full or provisional licensure in one of the listed disciplines.
• At least two years of full-time adolescent substance use treatment experience.
• Strong clinical assessment, counseling, and care coordination skills.

Responsibilities

• Complete comprehensive clinical assessments and diagnostic evaluations for youth referred through the Department of Juvenile Justice.
• Assess mental health and substance use needs and develop treatment recommendations.
• Refer and connect youth and families to evidence-based treatment services and community resources.
• Provide care coordination and collaborate with treatment providers to support successful service engagement.
• Conduct brief suicide risk assessments and provide individual and group therapy services within youth detention settings.
• Partner with juvenile justice staff, community agencies, and treatment providers to ensure coordinated care.
• Maintain accurate documentation, case tracking, and program reporting requirements.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Care coordination

Relationship building

Education

Master’s degree in human services

Licensed/certified (LCSW/LCSW-A/LPC/LPC-A/LMFT/LMFT-A/LCAS)

Tools

Documentation systems

Job description

Do you have a passion for helping youth overcome challenges and access life-changing behavioral health services? At Easterseals PORT Health, we are seeking a compassionate and skilled Juvenile Justice Clinical Assessor to join our team. In this role, you will provide comprehensive clinical evaluations, treatment recommendations, and care coordination services for youth involved with the juvenile justice system while helping connect them and their families to appropriate mental health and substance use treatment resources.

What You’ll Do

• Complete comprehensive clinical assessments and diagnostic evaluations for youth referred through the Department of Juvenile Justice.
• Assess mental health and substance use needs and develop treatment recommendations.
• Refer and connect youth and families to evidence-based treatment services and community resources.
• Provide care coordination and collaborate with treatment providers to support successful service engagement.
• Conduct brief suicide risk assessments and provide individual and group therapy services within youth detention settings.
• Partner with juvenile justice staff, community agencies, and treatment providers to ensure coordinated care.
• Maintain accurate documentation, case tracking, and program reporting requirements.

How You’ll Benefit

• A mission-driven culture focused on making a meaningful impact
• Opportunities to work collaboratively with community partners and behavioral health professionals
• Professional development and ongoing training opportunities
• Supportive leadership and team environment
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package

What We’re Looking For

• Master’s Degree in a human services-related field from an accredited institution.
• Full or provisional licensure in one of the following disciplines:
  • LCSW
  • LCSW-A
  • LPC
  • LPC-A
  • LMFT
  • LMFT-A
  • LCAS
• Minimum two years of full-time experience in adolescent substance use treatment, preferably working with youth involved in the juvenile justice system.
• Strong clinical assessment, counseling, and care coordination skills.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with community partners and public agencies.
• Valid driver’s license, acceptable driving record, and reliable transportation.

Work Environment

Services are provided in a variety of settings, including Department of Juvenile Justice offices, detention centers, community locations, schools, homes, and office settings. Regular travel is required.

Join Our Team

At Easterseals PORT Health, you’ll have the opportunity to empower youth, strengthen families, and make a lasting impact in your community. If you’re passionate about behavioral health and helping youth achieve positive outcomes, we’d love to hear from you.