Assessment Clinician - Glendale, AZ 85302; LMSW, LCSW, LAC, LPC, LMFT (7562)

Terros Health•Glendale, AZ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Terros Health is seeking an Assessment Clinician for its Olive Ave Health Center in Glendale, AZ. This full-time position reports to the Clinical Site Manager and is ideal for a flexible, compassionate, and professional individual who enjoys supporting people through vulnerable times. Terros Health is a healthcare company with 50 years of experience providing primary care, mental health, and substance use treatment, focused on inspiring change for life and helping individuals achieve recovery and improve their quality of life. The organization has been recognized as one of Arizona's Most Admired Companies in 2023. The Assessment Clinician will work with the Arizona Families F.I.R.S.T. (AFF) program, engaging clients referred by the Department of Child Safety (DCS). The role involves conducting comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments to determine diagnoses and treatment needs, developing service plans, and potentially providing evidence-based therapeutic interventions.

Requirements

Must possess a Master’s degree in a related discipline, i.e. MA, MC, MSW, Arizona behavioral health license (other than LBSW) or eligible for Arizona license from Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners.
Must pass background check in accordance with Terros Health and DCS requirements including, but not limited to, no restraining orders within the last 10 years.
Must pass DCS Central Registry check without any disqualifying events.
Must have ability to perform First Aid or CPR as necessary and appropriate.
Knowledge in use of Electronic Health Records - NextGen a plus.
Experience working with diverse populations and bilingual desired.
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Must have valid Arizona driver’s license, be 21 years of age with minimum 4 years driving experience and meet requirements of Terros Health’s driving policy.
Must have a valid Arizona Fingerprint Clearance card or apply for an Arizona fingerprint clearance card (Level 1) within 7 working days of assuming role.
Must pass a TB Test.

Nice To Haves

Experience Treating Co-Occurring Disorders Preferred
Behavioral Health Experience Preferred, New Grads Considered
Bilingual desired

Responsibilities

Reviews DCS referral and supplemental documents prior to assessment to understand the family system from DCS' perspective, including prior treatment attempts, child safety threats related to substance use, and other barriers to reunification.
Conducts a comprehensive biopsychosocial and ASAM Criteria® assessment to identify whether the patient requires treatment, and if so, the treatment level of care and supportive services necessary to meet the patient’s needs.
Requests additional information from the referring DCS/DES Specialist if the determination is that substance use disorder treatment is not recommended; including discussions surrounding the original reason the referral was made and confirm that no additional information is available that would influence the determination, as evidenced by documentation in the patient record.
Coordinates with the Care Coordinator to make referral to an appropriate facility, should the ASAM Criteria® assessment indicates a need for stabilization services (medical detoxification), inpatient, and residential services.
Prepares a written assessment summary that follows the ASAM Criteria® Comprehensive Assessment Report outline as described in the scope of work.
Completes care coordination activities, as needed, with other entities to ensure individual client needs are identified, included in the assessment, and addressed in the Service Plan.
Participates in the development of the 15-day/Short-Term Plan with the Care Coordinator to ensure patients assessed as needing treatment being therapeutic services as soon as possible after assessment.
If designated, conducts therapeutic services using evidence-based interventions. Interventions may include individual, couple, family, or group service methods.

Benefits

Multiple medical plans - including a no premium plan for employees and their families
Multiple dental plans - including orthodontia
Financial well-being - 401(k) with a company match, interest free medical line of credit, financial education, planning, and support
4 Weeks of paid time off in the first year
Wellness program
Pet Insurance
Group life and disability insurance
Employee Assistance Program for the Whole Family
Personal and family mental and physical health access
Professional growth & development - including scholarships, clinical supervision, and CEUs
Tuition discounts with GCU and The University of Phoenix
Working Advantage - Employee perks and discounts
Gym memberships
Car rentals
Flights, hotels, movies and more
Bilingual pay differential
AZ Licensure Reimbursed When Renewed as a TH Employee (according to Policy)
Weekly clinical supervision for associate level licensed staff