Assessment Specialist III Ibis Healthcare - 2.7 Tampa, FL Job Details Full-time 4 hours ago Qualifications Customer communication DSM-5 Care documentation Master's degree Master's degree in human services Medicaid regulations Medicaid Clinical documentation standards Full Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY

This is an advanced professional position that performs initial reassessments to evaluate client's needs for appropriate treatment including but not limited to mental health, substance abuse, and primary care. Assessments will include psychosocial assessments and treatment planning for the following populace: children, adolescents, and adults. The Assessment Specialist will be responsible for maintaining patient care by program guidelines and external standards (Joint Commission, Medicaid, etc.).

QUALIFICATIONS

Must have a minimum of a Master's degree in a human services-related field with 2 years of experience and must have a Florida License (LMHC, LCSW, LMFT). Bilingual (English and Spanish) is a plus. Must know the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders and Medicaid documentation requirements. Computer knowledge should include Microsoft applications (Word, Excel) and Electronic Medical Records experience. helpful. May provide clinical oversight in a multidisciplinary team.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

General office and health care setting. Most work is completed while seated using standard office equipment. Multi-tasking, fast-paced, team approach requiring above-average time management skills.

FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE

Conduct thorough assessments and develop service plans, treatment plans, and discharge plans. Accurate and timely documentation of clinical and administrative services following program guidelines and external standards (Joint Commission, Medicaid, etc.). Meets productivity requirements for the designated program through efficient workflow management. Maintains cooperative relationships with other internal departments and external agencies and keeps supervisor informed at all times of all relevant clients, program, and community issues. Understands the basic tenants of Co-Occurring disorders and the relationship between mental health and substance abuse. The assessment Specialist will also demonstrate knowledge of the age-specific needs of the clients treated in the program. Other duties as assigned or needed as per program requirements.

COMPLIANCE RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE

Adheres to all applicable federal, state, local, and company-maintained standards of compliance, ethics, and policies concerned with the administration and delivery of agency services. Meets deadlines, requirements, and expectations as established by the supervisor, agency, and department. Provides oversight, auditing, and reporting. Completes administrative functions and data entry timely and accurate.

CUSTOMER SERVICE RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE

Provides exceptional customer service in all communications and interactions with staff and t he general public. Maintains confidentiality and remains calm under stress. Assists staff with support in all areas of functional responsibility in a courteous, supportive manner. Maintains and exhibits servant leadership qualities and exceeds customers' expectations.

FISCAL RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE

Effective, efficient use of agency resources, systems, equipment, and processes. Continuous focus on cost savings initiatives across the responsibilities and deliverables. Effective use of time management to avoid overtime and budgetary issues.