Assessment Specialist 1

Comprehensive Benefits Package   •   Tuition Discounts   •   Career Advancement    

SOUTHWEST BEHAVIORAL CARE, INC.

Mental Health and Drug and Alcohol

Part-Time Positions

Latrobe, PA Location

Overall Function:

Performs initial screenings and comprehensive assessments to determine an individual’s service needs for mental health, drug, and alcohol, and co-occurring disorders.   

• Responds to calls for services by completing initial screenings and scheduling initial appointments. 
• Conducts a comprehensive mental health, drug/alcohol, or co-occurring assessment on all clients. 
• Develops and implements individualized treatment plans using individual, marital, group, and family methodologies, maintaining a direct service level of 60% minimum time.
• Serves as a member of an Interdisciplinary Treatment Team.
• Participates in Case Conferences with all levels of psychiatric and clinical staff, either individually and/or group settings, and provides testimony at any court hearings.
• May carry a small caseload for outpatient services. 
• Initiates appropriate Intra and Inter Agency contacts to facilitate client care.
• Prepares, maintains, and submits all assigned case records, charts, reports, forms, and other required documentation in a professional and timely manner.
• Must be available to work a flexible work schedule, i.e., evenings, weekends, etc. 
• Adheres to all policies, laws, regulations, and codes of ethics and confidentiality as outlined by federal and state laws, and agency policies and procedures.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Rehabilitation, Nursing or Activities Therapy in accordance with Department of Human Services (DHS) or Department of Drug & Alcohol Program (DDAP) regulations or a Graduate Degree in a clinical discipline with 12 graduate-level credits in mental health or counseling that is accredited and recognized by the United States Department of Education.
• Demonstrated ability or willingness to obtain the designated managed care credential of Mental Health Professional.
• Demonstrated ability to obtain vital information during a personal interview to make proper recommendations.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal staff, providers, and other social service agencies.
• Must successfully obtain Criminal History Clearance from the Pennsylvania State Police and Child Abuse Clearance from the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services and FBI Fingerprint Clearances.
• Must not be excluded from participation in Medicare, Medicaid or any other federal health care programs.

Available Benefits:

• Medical and dental benefits for eligible employees.
• Retirement plan with potential for agency match.
• Tuition discounts with partnering colleges and universities.
• Career advancement opportunities.
• Generous time off for eligible employees.
• Be an SPHS Hero!

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