BH Assessor

POSITION SUMMARY:
Under the direct supervision of the Clinical Director of Integrated Clinic this position is responsible for completing all client assessments in a timely manner and recommending placement in either an NAC program or to the most appropriate agency.
RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Completes all assessments and related documentation. Recommends appropriate services for client based on assessment process. Referrals made to internal programs as well as external providers.
• Completes updated Assessment and ASAM's related to admissions to services.
• Completes Individual Service Plans
• Assists with Case Management
• Works closely with the admissions team to prioritize (i.e., Native American, pregnant, IV substance use, homeless, etc.) residential admissions.
• May assist with coverage of client list for residential admissions and coordination of care to ensure clients' connection to services and appropriate level of care.
• Notify clients and referral sources of all documents and needs for entering treatment.
• Maintain positive working and referral relationships with T/RBHAs, Phoenix Area Indian Health Service offices and tribes, detox centers, Phoenix Indian Medical Center, medical facilities and other numerous referral agencies.
• Assist with conducting group or individual counseling to clients as outlined in clinical curriculum as needed.
• Support and actively engage in practices of inclusion through Cultural and Linguistically Appropriate Services (CLAS) Standards.
• Attends regular clinical supervision and oversight meetings.
• Other duties as assigned

CORE COMPETENCIES:

• Mission
• Interpersonal Communication
• Collaboration and Teamwork
• Screening and Assessment
• Care Planning and Care Coordination
• Quality of Work/Intervention
• Cultural Competence and Adaptation
• Systems Oriented Practice (Work Efficiency/ Punctuality/Attendance)
• Productivity
• Practice-Based Learning and Quality Improvement
• Informatics
• Initiative/Resourcefulness
• Dependability
• Professional Behavior- Attitude/Enthusiasm

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT:

• Master's degree in behavioral health field or equivalent experience

WORK EXPERIENCE/SKILLS REQUIREMENT:

• Fingerprint Certificates within 90 days of hire.
• MS Office proficiency
• Strong interpersonal skills with an ability to work effectively with a wide range of people, teams, managers, supervisors, and vendors.
• Demonstrate excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Must demonstrate critical thinking, problem- solving and organizational and time management skills.
• Bilingual- Spanish desired
• Required strong clinical skills.
• Knowledgeable about the economic, educational, and social challenges of Native Americans
• Familiar with assessment tools that pertain to substance abuse, depression, and other behavioral health issues.