Clinical Assessor

Clinical Assessor Queen of Peace Center St. Louis, MO Job Details Full-time From $55,000 a year 18 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance Professional development assistance Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Master's degree in social work Health screenings LMFT Microsoft Outlook Intake Patient assessment Licensed Clinical Social Worker Local agency collaboration Individual therapy LPC Master's degree in psychology Mid-level Windows Master's degree Counseling Psychology Substance abuse Trauma-informed therapy Working with individuals with mental health conditions Healthcare diagnosis Social Work Patient charting Working with individuals with substance use disorders Managing patient records Referral coordination Individual counseling 2 years Communication skills Master's degree in counseling Full Job Description

POSITION TITLE

Clinical Assessor

REPORTS TO

: Director of Intake Services

OUR MISSION

The mission of Queen of Peace Center is to break the cycle of substance use disorders for women, children and families through family-centered behavioral healthcare. As demonstrated by the life of Jesus Christ, Queen of Peace Center works to build a future of peace for families.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The QOPC Clinical Assessor is responsible for establishing rapport with new clients. The assessor will assess new clients to determine eligibility, complete a psychosocial and other assessment tool, assign a diagnosis and enroll clients in the appropriate agency programs. The Clinical Assessor is also responsible to conduct a warm hand-off to the assigned treatment team or outside referrals, if necessary.

CORE FUNCTIONS

The following job-related functions may not include all of the duties, knowledge or abilities associated with this position:

• Professional, trauma informed and efficient delivery of CSTAR diagnosis and intake services according to approved policies and procedures
• Admit clients to appropriate program and educate clients about programs and treatment choices.
• Administer a variety of screenings covering addiction, mental health, trauma and daily functioning.
• Provide individual counseling, assessments, evaluations, referrals and assists clients with establishing goals and other functional aspects related to the recovery process
• Maintain clients' charts, records and files regarding goals, evaluation and updates in accordance with DMH and COA standards
• Assist in communicating with outside agencies, such as detox/treatment centers, AA, Catholic Charities' agencies
• Attend staff meetings and keep abreast of program and clients' status, facilitate group meetings, supervision, case consultation and program components as needed
• Pursue continuing professional development, join appropriate professional groups, and attend pertinent meetings
• Supervise general guidelines and hygiene of self, staff, clients and of physical area utilized by Agency
• Responsible for meeting monthly billing expectations

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Sincere dedication to the mission of the Queen of Peace Center
• Highly skilled in developing interpersonal relationships in a highly professional manner
• Experience in working effectively and respectfully with people from many different backgrounds
• Proficiency in Microsoft windows and Outlook
• Creative and proactive problem solver
• Superb oral and written communication skills

QUALIFICATIONS

• Master's degree in social work, counseling, psychology
• Missouri

PLPC, LPC, LMFT, LCSW

preferred

• Two years' experience in treatment of substance use disorders and co-occurring disorders
• Must have documented experience with diagnosing
• Supervision Assistance or internal supervision is offered at a rate of $50 per week for PLPC candidates

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Retirement plan Vision insurance

Medical Specialty:

Addiction Medicine Ability to

Commute:

St. Louis, MO 63108 (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

St. Louis, MO 63108: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person