Youth Justice Clinical Assessor & Care Coordinator

Easterseals PORT Health; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mission-driven culture

Collaborative with partners

Professional development

Comprehensive 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 families to mental health and substance use resources, and collaborate with partners to ensure coordinated care.

The role involves conducting assessments, developing treatment plans, and coordinating services across detention, community settings, and

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in a human services-related field from an accredited institution.
• Full or provisional licensure in one of: LCSW, LCSW-A, LPC, LPC-A, LMFT, LMFT-A, LCAS.
• Minimum two years of full-time experience in adolescent substance use treatment, preferably with youth in juvenile justice.
• Valid driver's license, acceptable driving record, and reliable transportation.

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 engagement.
• Conduct brief suicide risk assessments and provide individual and group therapy in 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

Community partnerships

Education

Master's degree in human services

Job description

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 families to mental health and substance use resources, and collaborate with partners to ensure coordinated care.

The role involves conducting assessments, developing treatment plans, and coordinating services across detention, community settings, and