Master's Level Mental Health Technician

Glenwood; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Glenwood in Birmingham, AL seeks a Master’s-Level Mental Health Technician – Clinical Assessment to support assessments, autism evaluations, and care coordination within a multidisciplinary team.

You will conduct interviews, observe, document, and help develop treatment plans, working with families and clinicians to advance evidence-based care.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in counseling or related field.
• At least two years of supervision completed in a clinical setting.

Responsibilities

• Conduct clinical interviews, behavioral observations, and standardized assessments.
• Participate in interdisciplinary autism evaluations and diagnostic processes.
• Develop and maintain treatment plans, progress notes, and related documentation.
• Provide counseling services within your education and scope of practice.
• Support scheduling, intake, and communication with families.

Skills

Assessment skills

Documentation

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Communication

Education

Master’s degree in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, Behavioral Health, Education, or related field

Tools

ADOS-2

ADI-R

ASRS

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Behavioral Therapy Center - Birmingham, AL 35222, Position Type: Full Time, Are you passionate about helping children, adolescents, and families through compassionate, evidence-based care? We are seeking a Master's-Level Mental Health Technician – Clinical Assessment to support our growing Behavioral Therapy Center. This role offers the opportunity to work alongside a multidisciplinary team of clinicians and specialists while contributing to clinical assessments, autism evaluations, counseling services, and care coordination.

What You'll Do

Clinical Assessment & Intake

• Conduct clinical interviews, behavioral observations, and standardized assessments.
• Administer, score, and document assessment instruments under established guidelines.
• Assist with gathering developmental, behavioral, social-emotional, and adaptive functioning information.
• Collaborate with licensed clinicians regarding assessment findings and clinical recommendations.

Autism Evaluation Support

• Participate in interdisciplinary autism evaluations and diagnostic assessment processes.
• Collect and integrate developmental and clinical data to support evaluation teams.
• Contribute objective observations and assessment information during case consultations.
• Support family feedback and care planning processes.

Clinical Services

• Maintain a small caseload when assigned.
• Provide counseling services within your education, credentials, and scope of practice.
• Develop and maintain treatment plans, progress notes, assessments, and related documentation.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary providers and make referrals when appropriate.

Administrative Support

• Assist with front-desk and client service functions as needed.
• Support scheduling, appointment coordination, and communication with families.
• Maintain organized clinical and administrative records.
• Contribute to the efficient operation of the Behavioral Therapy Center.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, Behavioral Health, Education, or a related human services field.
• At least two years of supervision completed in a behavioral health, counseling, psychology, developmental disabilities, social work, or related clinical setting.

Preferred Experience

• Working with children, adolescents, individuals with autism, developmental disabilities, or behavioral health needs.
• Conducting clinical interviews, behavioral observations, and standardized assessments.
• Experience with autism assessment tools such as ADOS-2, ADI-R, and ASRS.

Skills for Success

• Have knowledge of child development, behavioral health, and autism spectrum disorders.
• Demonstrate strong assessment, documentation, and communication skills.
• Build positive relationships with families, clinicians, schools, and community partners.
• Thrive in a collaborative, interdisciplinary environment.
• Maintain the highest standards of professionalism, confidentiality, and ethical practice.

Why Join Us

• Work with a dedicated multidisciplinary team.
• Make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and families.
• Gain valuable experience in autism and developmental assessments.
Grow professionally through collaboration, supervision, and ongoing learning opportunities.
• Contribute to a mission-driven organization committed to exceptional clinical care.

Glenwood is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants, without regard to consideration of or discrimination against race, religion, creed, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition or characteristics, genetic information, marital status, citizenship, veteran status or any other classification prohibited by applicable local, State, or Federal laws.