Assessment Center Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Assessment Center Specialist
Juvenile Crisis & Assessment Center – Asheville, NC

Starting Salary Range: $44,000 - 48,000, based on experience and education
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm

MHC IS HIRING!

Operated by Methodist Home for Children (MHC) in partnership with the North Carolina Department of Public Safety, our Juvenile Crisis & Assessment Center provides comprehensive residential assessments designed to match youth with the most appropriate services in their communities. The center serves Level II offenders between the ages of 10 and 17, helping them take meaningful steps toward stability and success.

We are seeking an organized, compassionate, and detail-oriented Assessment Center Specialist to join our Asheville team. This is a great opportunity for college graduates with backgrounds in human services, psychology, criminal justice, social work, or administration who want to make a meaningful impact while building professional experience.

The Assessment Center Specialist  coordinates the referral, admission, and discharge process for youth entering the center. Key responsibilities include:

• Receiving and coordinating referrals from consumers and court services

• Assessing referrals for appropriateness and gathering required information

• Serving as the primary liaison for families and court services during the admission process

• Conducting intake interviews and completing assessment documentation

• Managing data tracking, record retrieval, and information sharing

• Coordinating discharge planning and follow-up communication

• Supporting overall administrative and assessment-related processes within the center

Qualified candidates must:

• Be at least 21 years old

• Possess a minimum of a  Bachelor’s degree and two years of relevant experience in the human services field

• Demonstrate strong organizational, writing, editing, and computer skills

• Have the ability to communicate effectively with families, court personnel, and service providers

• Hold a valid driver’s license

• Successfully complete required screenings, trainings, and an unarmed self-defense course required for all facility staff

Experience working with youth ages 11–17 is a plus.

MHC offers a strong benefits package to support employees and their families, including:

• Paid Holidays

• Generous Vacation and Sick Leave

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• Life Insurance and Supplemental Coverage Options

• 403(b) Retirement Plan with Agency Match

• Flexible Spending Accounts

• Employee Assistance Program

• Credit Union Membership Access

• Longevity-Based Sabbatical Program

Make an Impact!

Join a team that's committed to helping youth find the right path forward. If you're organized, motivated, and passionate about helping young people succeed, we encourage you to apply today.

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