CANS Assessment Associate
$39,520–$46,301 year
On-siteMarietta, Ohio, United States
Job Summary
Conduct comprehensive CANS assessments for children, adolescents, and transitional-age youth across virtual, home, school, and community settings to identify strengths, needs, and appropriate levels of care. Maintain accurate documentation in the electronic health record and CANS portal while collaborating with clinical staff, families, and community partners to connect youth to specialty programs and referral pathways. Build relationships with collateral agents to ensure timely access to coordinated behavioral health care and maintain compliance with state and agency requirements. Travel within designated service areas and manage deadlines in a high-volume environment. Requires current Ohio CANS certification, 2-3 years of experience in community mental health or child welfare, and a valid driver's license.
Required Qualifications
- A high school diploma or GED equivalent
- Current Ohio CANS certification or ability to certify within the first 21 days of employment
- 2-3 years of experience in community mental health, child welfare, or a closely related human services setting
- Advanced communication skills, both oral and written
- Advanced organizational skills
- Knowledge of child and adolescent behavioral health, trauma-informed care, and family systems
- Ability to bill Medicaid without restrictions
- Ability to maintain confidential information
- Ability to adhere to all safety, rules, regulations and requirements
- Knowledge of Medicaid regulations and compliance requirements
- Access to reliable transportation
- A valid driver's license and the ability to operate a motor vehicle
- An appropriate level of auto insurance coverage
- Ability to manage deadlines within a fast-paced, high-volume environment
- Ability to operate in an Internet-based, automated office environment
- Ability to maintain high-speed internet connection
- Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times
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