Assessor

DESCRIPTION:

The Assessor, under the direction of the Clinical Director, plays a crucial role in evaluating clients' behavioral, mental health, and overall well-being. This position involves conducting comprehensive assessments, developing individualized care plans, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure the highest quality of care for our clients.

JOB DUTIES:

1. Client Assessment:

• Conduct thorough and standardized assessments of clients' behavioral and mental health status.
• Utilize various assessment tools and techniques to gather comprehensive data on clients' history, symptoms, and functioning.

2. Individualized Care Planning:

• Develop detailed, individualized care plans based on assessment findings.
• Collaborate with clients, families, and other healthcare professionals to establish achievable goals and interventions.

3. Documentation and Reporting:

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of all assessments, care plans, and client progress.
• Prepare detailed reports and summaries for use in clinical team meetings and for compliance purposes.

4. Collaboration and Communication:

• Work closely with a multidisciplinary team including therapists, case managers, and medical professionals to coordinate care.
• Communicate assessment findings and care plans effectively to clients, families, and team members.

5. Continued Professional Development:

• Stay current with the latest research, trends, and best practices in behavioral and mental health assessment.
• Participate in ongoing training and professional development opportunities

QUALIFICATIONS

1. Education: a. Master’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or a related field preferred.
2. Experience: a. Minimum of 2 years of experience in behavioral health assessment or a related field.
3. Licensure: a. Must hold a valid and current professional license (LCSW, LMFT, LPC, or equivalent) in the state of employment.
4. Skills: a. Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills. b. Excellent written and verbal communication abilities. c. Proficiency in electronic health records (EHR) systems. d. Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

*If your role includes supervision of H2H staff members, in addition to general management support, you are expected to meet once (weekly) with each of your team members for a required supervision discussion. This is only for those who are pursuing an Assessor/Supervisor role*