Assessment Clinician

Terros Health•Mesa, AZ

2d•$23 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

Terros Health is hiring a full-time Assessment Clinician at its Javelina location in Mesa, Arizona. The role works with justice- and crisis-referred adults in collaboration with the Maricopa County Adult Probation Department, Bridging the Gap (BTG) Re-entry and Crisis Aftercare Programs, Terros Health teams, and community contacts. Under agency policies and professional requirements, and with supervisory oversight, the clinician conducts comprehensive biopsychosocial and ASAM Criteria® assessments to determine diagnoses, treatment needs, level of care, and supportive services. The position also contributes to individualized service planning, coordinates care and referrals, documents assessment findings and recommendations, and may provide evidence-based therapeutic interventions, including individual, couple, family, or group services. The position is based in-office and is scheduled for 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, with flexible scheduling. The listed hourly salary range is $23.42–$26.19 for master’s-level therapists. The posting also describes pay of $57,000+ for associate-licensed therapists and $70,000+ for independently licensed therapists. Additional language differential pay is available for specified languages. The position reports to the Supervisor of BTG Re-entry or the Director of Justice Services.

Requirements

Master’s degree (e.g., MA, MC, or MSW) in a behavioral health field.
Arizona behavioral health license other than LBSW, or eligibility for Arizona licensure through the Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners. The posting lists LCSW, LPC, LIAC, LMSW, LAC, LAAC, and LMFT in good standing; temporary licenses do not qualify for new hires.
Ability to perform first aid or cardiopulmonary resuscitation as necessary and appropriate.
Knowledge of electronic health records.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Word and Outlook.
Valid Arizona driver’s license; at least 22 years of age with a minimum of three years of driving experience; and compliance with Terros Health’s driving policy.
Pass the background check in accordance with Terros Health and DCS requirements, including no probation or parole within the last 10 years at the time of assuming the role.
Have an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card or apply for a Level 1 card within seven working days of assuming the role.
Pass the DCS Central Registry check without disqualifying events.
Pass a TB test.
Experience working with diverse populations.

Nice To Haves

Experience treating co-occurring disorders.
Knowledge of NextGen electronic health records.
Ability to speak Spanish, Vietnamese, Korean, Arabic, Farsi, or Swahili, or use ASL; differential pay is available.

Responsibilities

Review referral and supplemental documents before assessments, which may include pre-sentencing reports, public case lookup information, and probation officer insights.
Conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial and ASAM Criteria® assessments to determine whether treatment is needed and identify the appropriate level of care and supportive services.
When treatment is not recommended, request additional information from the referral source and document the relevant discussion and determination in the patient record.
Coordinate with referral sources after each assessment, communicating recommendations and concerns and making referrals to appropriate facilities when stabilization, inpatient, or residential services are indicated.
Prepare written assessment summaries detailing findings and appropriate treatment recommendations.
Coordinate care with other entities as needed so client needs are identified, documented in the assessment, and addressed in the Individualized Service Plan.
Connect patients with appropriate Terros Health team members based on their referral source and identified needs.
When designated, provide therapeutic services using evidence-based interventions, including individual, couple, family, or group methods.
Participate in service-team development of plans intended to meet patient and family needs and improve health outcomes.

Benefits

Multiple medical plan options, including a no-premium plan for employees and their families.
Multiple dental plan options, including orthodontic coverage.
Vision insurance.
Group life and disability insurance.
Pet insurance.
401(k) plan with company match.
Interest-free medical line of credit.
Financial education, planning, and support resources.
Monetary company contribution toward eligible benefits.
Bilingual pay differential.
Three weeks of paid time off in the first year.
Paid sick time.
Ten paid holidays annually.
Comprehensive wellness program with challenges, activities, and prizes.
Employee Assistance Program available to employees and their family members.
Trip Reduction Program.
Professional growth and career development opportunities, including scholarships, clinical supervision, and Continuing Education Units.
Tuition discounts through Grand Canyon University, University of Phoenix, and Northern Arizona University.
Access to the Working Advantage Employee Discount Program, including discounts on gym memberships, car rentals, flights, hotels, and movie tickets.