Clinical Assessor, Behavioral Health

Licensed / License‑Eligible Clinical Assessor

Second Chances Comprehensive Services (SCCS)

Position Overview

Second Chances Comprehensive Services is seeking dedicated and detail‑oriented Licensed and License‑Eligible Clinical Assessors to complete comprehensive clinical evaluations for individuals seeking behavioral health services. This is a contract position requiring strong assessment skills, clinical judgment, and familiarity with Virginia regulatory standards.

Assessors will complete face‑to‑face Comprehensive Needs Assessments and associated intake documentation in alignment with DMAS, DBHDS, CARF, and SCCS guidelines.

Candidates must be fully licensed or license‑eligible to practice in the Commonwealth of Virginia.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct face‑to‑face Comprehensive Needs Assessments in accordance with DMAS, DBHDS, CARF, and SCCS regulations.
• Complete all required intake documentation, including:
  • Individual Service Plans (ISPs)
  • Initial Service Authorizations
  • Client Orientation Packets
  • Required legal documents
• Perform clinical intakes and initial screenings to determine appropriate levels of care.
• Formulate diagnostic impressions and develop preliminary treatment plans.
• Coordinate care with internal treatment teams and external providers as needed.
• Participate in required clinical trainings (compensated).
• Maintain thorough and compliant documentation following medical record and regulatory standards.
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Equal Employment Opportunity

Second Chances is committed to the principle of Equal Employment Opportunity for all employees and applicants. It is our policy to ensure that both current and prospective employees are afforded equal employment opportunity without consideration of race, religious creed, color, national origin, nationality, ancestry, age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, or disability in accordance with local, state, and federal laws.

Americans with Disabilities Act

Applicants and employees who are or become disabled must be able to perform the essential job functions either unaided or with reasonable accommodation. The organization shall determine reasonable accommodation on a case‑by‑case basis in accordance with applicable law.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or a related behavioral health field from an accredited institution.

Licensure

• Licensed: Active Virginia licensure (LCSW, LPC, LMHP, or Licensed Psychologist).
• License‑Eligible: Registered with the appropriate VA licensing board to accrue supervised hours (e.g., Resident in Counseling, Supervisee in Social Work).

Experience

• 1–2 years of relevant clinical experience, including assessments, intakes, diagnostic formulation, and/or crisis intervention.

Skills

• Strong clinical writing skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to complete comprehensive assessments in a timely and compliant manner.
• Understanding of Virginia behavioral health regulations and documentation standards.