Assessment Clinician - 27th Ave; Phoenix, AZ 85017 (8012)

Terros Health • Phoenix, AZ

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Terros Health is seeking an Assessment Clinician for its 27th Ave Health Center in Phoenix, AZ. This is a full-time position reporting to the Clinical Site Manager. The ideal candidate is flexible, compassionate, and professional, with a passion for helping individuals during vulnerable times. Terros Health is a healthcare company with 50 years of experience in 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 company has been recognized as one of Arizona's Most Admired Companies in 2023. The Assessment Clinician will work with Arizona Families F.I.R.S.T. (AFF) referred clients, conducting comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments to determine diagnoses and treatment needs. This role involves developing Service Plans through a service team format and providing evidence-based therapeutic interventions, including outpatient counseling for various age groups and populations.

Requirements

• Master’s degree, i.e., MA, MC, MSW, in a Behavioral Health Field
• Maintains Arizona License: LCSW, LPC, LIAC, LMSW, LAC, LAAC or LMFT in Good Standing
• 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 (Spanish/ASL - pay differential available).
• 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

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.
• Provides evidence-based, therapeutic interventions which may include outpatient counseling services for adults, children, adolescents, families, couples and groups.

Benefits

• Full Benefits, including 401K and Generous PTO/PST (4+ weeks)
• AZ Licensure Reimbursed When Renewed as a TH Employee (according to Policy)
• Weekly clinical supervision for associate level licensed staff
• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level