Job Description
Job DescriptionJob Title: Clinical Assessor / Counselor
Category: Billable Hour Specialist
Department/Group: Clinical
Normal Hours: Various
Location: Cleveland, Akron, Columbus, & Cincinnati
Travel Required: Yes
Level/Salary Range: $30.00–$50.00 per hour
Position Type:
- Part-Time (Minimum 20 billable hours/week)
- Full-Time (Minimum 30 billable hours/week)
Job Description
The Clinical Assessor / Counselor will report directly to the Director of Clinical Counseling and Assessment. Will meet with clients one or one or in a group setting at least 1 x per week, in person or via telehealth. Will utilize therapeutic modalities to address common mental health diagnosis.
Responsibilities
· Provide counseling and support to individuals and groups experiencing behavioral health challenges.
· Develop and implement individualized treatment plans tailored to client needs.
· Collaborate with clients to establish treatment goals, objectives, and measurable milestones.
· Prepare accurate and timely progress reports, correspondence, and documentation for relevant stakeholders.
· Educate individuals, families, and groups on behavioral health conditions, treatment options, and prevention strategies.
· Facilitate referrals to appropriate healthcare providers or counseling professionals when necessary.
· Maintain accurate, up-to-date, and Medicaid-compliant clinical documentation.
· Manage and maintain a consistent caseload of a minimum of 10 clients.
· Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Clinical Counseling and Assessment.
Qualifications
· Minimum of 2+ years of experience in clinical counseling, case management, clinical documentation, accessing and utilizing community resources, diagnostics and treatment planning.
· Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems.
· Experience completing Medicaid-billable progress notes.
· Demonstrated skills in conflict resolution and crisis management.
· Compassionate, empathetic, and client-centered approach to care.
· Strong ability to build rapport and maintain positive relationships with clients.
· Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
· Knowledge of DSM-5 diagnostic criteria
· Must have experience doing Diagnostic Assessments and Treatment planning
· Reliable transportation, a valid driver’s license with fewer than 4 points, and proof of insurance.
· Minimum of bachelor's in social work or counseling
· Must Have minimum of LPC, LPCC, LPCC-S, LSW, LISW, LISW-S,