Remote Clinical Assessor - Idaho
$70,720–$93,600 year
RemoteIdaho, United States
Job Summary
Conduct confidential substance use and mental health assessments in person or telehealth to determine client needs and level of care. Make placements to appropriate facilities or agencies based on assessment outcomes and coordinate admissions with internal staff to ensure smooth transitions. Provide clinical consultation to referral resources, family members, and funding sources while collaborating with the treatment team to support client goals. Complete all documentation, including EMR entries and billing records, and maintain compliance with internal policies, HIPAA standards, and external regulations. Monitor client access and satisfaction, addressing barriers to treatment through timely follow-ups. Work cooperatively with the legal system for court appearances when appropriate and participate in assigned meetings and training. Provide back-up assistance to counselors for therapy sessions as needed.
Required Qualifications
- Master's Degree in Mental Health, Social Sciences or other relevant field
- Active mental health licensure in the state where treatment services are rendered
- If substance use licensure is not active, must be willing to apply for substance use licensure
- Must maintain applicable state licensure requirements at hire and for the entire duration of employment
- 1+ year of experience in relevant field that clearly demonstrates knowledge and skills related to the treatment of mental health disorders
- Must be able to exercise discretion and independent judgment in all areas of job performance including adherence to appropriate professional boundaries and strict confidentiality practices in regard to client activities and documentation
- Experience with trauma-informed services, cognitive behavioral therapies including DBT, CBT, and motivational therapies
- Able to apply clinical judgment, ethics and accountability to formulate and implement treatment plans and other clinical documentation
- Ability to work with a diverse population and possess strong interpersonal skills and knowledge required for treating adolescent clients assigned
- Must hold strong personal boundaries and able to build rapport with patients
- Must understand and adhere to the ethical standards of the respective licensure governing board
- Must have active, unencumbered Idaho Professional Counselor, Social Work, or Marriage and Family Therapy licensure
Desired Qualifications
- Excellent organizational abilities
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Client service oriented (both internal and external)
- Creative and persistent problem solver
- Able to handle confidential material in a reliable manner
- Ability to interact and communicate with individuals at all levels of organization
- Strong interpersonal skills to handle sensitive situations and confidential information
- Ability to multi-task and prioritize workload in a fast-paced environment
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and EMR systems
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