SUD Assessor & ASAM Specialist — Hybrid (Remote/Onsite)

Spring Leaf Solutions, LLC; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Spring Leaf Solutions, a Washington, DC-based behavioral health organization, seeks an Assessor to gather and evaluate information on substance use, behavioral health, and psychosocial needs to determine treatment needs and level of care. The role requires conducting structured interviews, documenting findings, and developing initial treatment plans.

The ideal candidate holds a DC license/certification (CAC I/II, LGSW, LGPC, LPC, LMFT, LICSW, APRN, Psychologist, or Qualified Physician) and has

Qualifications

• Candidates must hold a current, active District of Columbia license or certification that qualifies them to perform SUD assessments under DC DBH Chapter 63.
• CAC I and CAC II professionals may conduct SUD assessments but may not diagnose; all assessment activities must be within the credential scope and program requirements.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive substance use disorder assessments per DC DBH requirements and standards of care.
• Interview consumers to gather substance use history, behavioral health, psychosocial needs, functioning, strengths, risks, and other factors.
• Apply ASAM criteria to determine appropriate level of care and services within scope of practice.
• Document findings clearly and timely with rationale for treatment recommendations.
• Develop or contribute to initial treatment plans and recommendations based on identified needs.
• Complete reassessments and treatment plan updates as assigned to support ongoing care.
• Escalate clinical concerns to appropriate leadership when needed.
• Coordinate with CACs, RSS, and other SUD team members to ensure continuity of care.
• Maintain accurate records in compliance with confidentiality and regulatory requirements.

Skills

ASAM criteria usage

SUD assessment experience

Outpatient/IOP experience

DC DBH Chapter 63 knowledge

Confidentiality & documentation

Education

CAC I

CAC II

LGSW

LGPC

LPC

LMFT

LICSW

APRN

Psychologist

Qualified Physician

Job description

Spring Leaf Solutions, a Washington, DC-based behavioral health organization, seeks an Assessor to gather and evaluate information on substance use, behavioral health, and psychosocial needs to determine treatment needs and level of care. The role requires conducting structured interviews, documenting findings, and developing initial treatment plans.

The ideal candidate holds a DC license/certification (CAC I/II, LGSW, LGPC, LPC, LMFT, LICSW, APRN, Psychologist, or Qualified Physician) and has