Clinical Assessor

The Clinical Assessor will conduct in-person SMHRF assessments to determine needs for services and support, in accordance with confidentiality and program requirements.

About the program: Department of Healthcare and Family Services (HFS) to manage the assessment process for Preadmission Screening and Resident Review (PASRR) Level I screens and completing Level II Serious Mental Illness (SMI) evaluations for individuals applying to, or residing in, Medicaid-certified nursing facilities. Other services include Follow Up Visits, admissions support for Specialized Mental Health Rehabilitation Facilities (SMHRF) and Supported Living Programs (SLP) settings and Colbert Dementia Review. Continues to expand assessment services in the state, multi-state.

Requirements

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Responsible for completing medical and/or behavioral health assessments within contract requirements
- Conducts on-site, video call and/or telephonic assessments to determine an individual’s needs for services and supports, eligibility, level of care or related outcome
- Perform all job duties in compliance with Person First standards, HIPAA guidelines, and company confidentiality policies and procedures.
- Travel may be required based on program contract requirements
- Performs other related duties as assigned.

- Preferred knowledge may include community support programs, long-term care assessment and level of care in medical, behavioral health or related programs 
- Knowledge and understanding of medical and/or behavioral health diagnoses and prescribed medications
- Ability to collect data, define problems, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions 
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite 
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to work independently and meet timelines

Minimum Requirements

- Education and licensure requirements are based on program contract requirements and are outlined in job posting
- High School Degree or equivalent required
- Minimum 2 years of clinical experience required
- LPN, RN, LCSW, or related licensure may be required based on contract requirements

 - Master’s Degree required
 - Minimum 2 years' work experience in mental health, social services or related field required
 - Microsoft office required
 - Ability to provide close attention to detail required
 - Must be able to work independently, managing tasks without supervision and getting them completed in a timely manner required
 - Ability to travel on a daily basis to conduct in person assessments
 - Flexibility - able to handle last minute schedule changes
Preferred Skills:

- Social worker, psychologist, or therapist background 

- Knowledge of SMHRF Assessments.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
• Short Term & Long-Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Work From Home