Clinical Assessor / Counselor

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Clinical Assessor / Counselor


Category: Billable Hour Specialist


Department/Group: Clinical


Normal Hours: Various


Location: Cleveland, Akron, Columbus, & Cincinnati


Travel Required: Yes


Level/Salary Range: $30.00–$50.00 per hour


Position Type:

• Part-Time (Minimum 20 billable hours/week)
• Full-Time (Minimum 30 billable hours/week)

Job Description

The Clinical Assessor / Counselor will report directly to the Director of Clinical Counseling and Assessment. Will meet with clients one or one or in a group setting at least 1 x per week, in person or via telehealth. Will utilize therapeutic modalities to address common mental health diagnosis. 

Responsibilities

· Provide counseling and support to individuals and groups experiencing behavioral health challenges.

· Develop and implement individualized treatment plans tailored to client needs.

· Collaborate with clients to establish treatment goals, objectives, and measurable milestones.

· Prepare accurate and timely progress reports, correspondence, and documentation for relevant stakeholders.

· Educate individuals, families, and groups on behavioral health conditions, treatment options, and prevention strategies.

· Facilitate referrals to appropriate healthcare providers or counseling professionals when necessary.

· Maintain accurate, up-to-date, and Medicaid-compliant clinical documentation.

· Manage and maintain a consistent caseload of a minimum of 10 clients.

· Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Clinical Counseling and Assessment.

 

 

 

Qualifications

· Minimum of 2+ years of experience in clinical counseling, case management, clinical documentation, accessing and utilizing community resources, diagnostics and treatment planning.

· Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems.

· Experience completing Medicaid-billable progress notes.

· Demonstrated skills in conflict resolution and crisis management.

· Compassionate, empathetic, and client-centered approach to care.

· Strong ability to build rapport and maintain positive relationships with clients.

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

· Knowledge of DSM-5 diagnostic criteria

· Must have experience doing Diagnostic Assessments and Treatment planning

· Reliable transportation, a valid driver’s license with fewer than 4 points, and proof of insurance.

· Minimum of bachelor's in social work or counseling 

· Must Have minimum of LPC, LPCC, LPCC-S, LSW, LISW, LISW-S,