Assessor (Licensed Clinical Social Worker)
Summary
We are seeking an Assessor to join our team at Sunrise Clinical Associates. The clinician conducts an intensive clinical and functional evaluation of a recipient’s (children/adolescents and adults) mental health and substance use condition that results in the issuance of a Comprehensive Mental Health/Substance Use Assessments report with a recommendation regarding the level of care and target population criteria that serves as the basis for the development of an initial Person-Centered Plan or Treatment Plan, which includes a Crisis Plan. DIAGNOSTIC ASSESSMENT Evaluate/assess a chronological general health and behavioral health history (includes both mental health and substance abuse) of the recipient’s symptoms, treatment, treatment response, and attitudes about treatment over time, emphasizing factors that have contributed to or inhibited previous recovery efforts Evaluate/assess biological, psychological, familial, social, developmental, and environmental dimensions and identified strengths and weaknesses in each area Evaluate/assess the presenting problems, including the source of distress, precipitating events, associated problems or symptoms, recent progressions, and current medications Complete a strengths/problem summary that addresses risk of harm, functional status, co-morbidity, recovery environment, and treatment and recovery history Diagnose the recipient from the DSM-5, or any subsequent editions of this reference material Make recommendations regarding target population eligibility Utilize recipient participation including families, or when applicable, guardians or other caregivers For substance abuse-focused Diagnostic/Assessment, the designated Diagnostic Tool specified by DMH (e.g., ASAM, SUDDS IV, ASI, SASSI) for specific substance abuse target populations (i.e., Work First, DWI, etc.) will be used Develop the initial PCP or treatment plan May complete an interdisciplinary team progress note that documents the team’s review and discussion of the assessment Responsible for receiving referrals and following referrals until assigned to clinician or service Rescind referrals when indicated Follow up with referral sources Submit documentation in the medical record associated with all contacts in a timely manner Responsible for and supervise all Intake Staff
Qualifications
Master's Degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or related field required. Must be fully or provisionally licensed or have met requirements to be provisionally licensed. Maintain licensure and professional liability insurance Minimum one year of clinical experience with adults/children who have emotional and/or behavioral issues. Must be credentialed by applicable Managed Care Organizations Approved rendering services to Medicaid clients Experience or familiarity with Medicaid billing documentation Ability to communicate clearly and concisely (orally and in written formats) Ability to utilize necessary computer hardware and software Attend necessary meetings (team meetings/family meetings) as determined by the clinician Attend staff meetings Adhere to all LME/MCO, state, and federal regulatory guidelines in service delivery. Job Types: Full-time, Part-time Pay: $50.00 - $150.00 per hour Benefits 401(k) Flexible schedule Application Question(s): Do you have a License Professional or Associate Level License in BH/SA in North Carolina? Work Location: Remote