Assessor

Health Connect America • Woodstock, GA

6d

About The Position

The Assessor at Georgia HOPE conducts behavioral health assessments and reassessments, develops person-centered treatment plans, and supports intake and service authorization processes. The role helps children, adolescents, and adults access clinically appropriate services through clinical evaluation, collaboration with individuals and families, and coordination with internal teams and community partners. Assessors document work accurately and on time, ensure records comply with applicable standards and requirements, and help connect individuals with services and resources that support recovery, stability, and improved well-being.

This clinically focused position combines assessment, treatment planning, documentation, and coordination. Depending on program needs, the Assessor may take part in community-based meetings or provide in-home and community-based services, requiring reliable transportation and flexibility. The role involves balancing appointments, documentation, authorization requirements, and communication with individuals, families, and stakeholders while meeting clinical, compliance, and productivity expectations.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, or a related field.
• Meet the applicable state-specific credential or licensure requirement: Alabama—eligible for LPC, LMFT, or LCSW licensure; Florida—one of the listed credentials is preferred; Georgia—eligible for LPC, LMFT, or LCSW licensure; Mississippi—eligible for LPC, LMFT, or LCSW licensure; North Carolina—hold LCSWA or LCMHCA associate license; Ohio—hold a current LSW, LISW, LPC, LMFT, or LPCC license; South Carolina—hold LMSW, LMFT, or LPCA license; Tennessee—eligible for LPC, LMFT, or LCSW licensure; Virginia—be a Resident in Counseling or Supervisee in Social Work.
• Strong clinical judgment, attention to detail, and effective communication skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities while meeting documentation and productivity expectations.
• Comfort working with people from diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds and responding thoughtfully to crisis situations.
• Ability to navigate regulatory requirements while maintaining person-centered care.
• Reliable transportation and flexibility may be required for community-based meetings or in-home and community-based services.

Nice To Haves

• Full licensure as an LPC, LMFT, or LCSW in Georgia.
• Florida credentials: Registered Intern (RMHCI, RCSWI, RMFTI), LMHC, or LCSW.

Responsibilities

• Complete initial behavioral health assessments, reassessments, and ongoing evaluations within required timeframes using standardized tools and DSM-5-TR diagnostic criteria.
• Evaluate individual needs and recommend an appropriate level of care based on clinical findings and program admission criteria.
• Develop person-centered Individual Recovery Plans, treatment plans, or individualized service plans with individuals and their families.
• Establish measurable, individualized goals supporting recovery, improved functioning, and desired outcomes.
• Review and update treatment plans at required intervals or when needs or clinical recommendations change.
• Coordinate referrals and connect individuals and families with internal services and external community resources.
• Prepare timely, accurate assessments, treatment plans, contact notes, and supporting documentation in the EHR and related tracking systems.
• Review clinical records for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with documentation requirements and deadlines.
• Support initial and continued service authorizations with clinical information and documentation demonstrating medical necessity.
• Ensure records meet state requirements, payer guidelines, COA standards, organizational policies, and HIPAA requirements.
• Respond to individuals experiencing a crisis and support intervention, including coordination with crisis lines and mobile crisis services.
• Collaborate with Program Directors, Clinical Supervisors, therapists, administrative staff, and leadership to promote coordinated care and timely service delivery.
• Communicate with individuals, families, and external stakeholders to gather information, share updates, and address intake or service coordination needs.
• Coordinate with community partners, including child welfare agencies, juvenile justice programs, probation services, schools, courts, and behavioral health providers.
• Participate in treatment team meetings, clinical case discussions, and community collaboration meetings.
• As needed, participate in community-based meetings or provide in-home and community-based services.

Benefits

• Flexible scheduling and a culture that recognizes work/life balance.
• Employee Assistance Program, including eight mental health counseling sessions annually.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Medical, dental, vision, and voluntary insurance options.
• Health Savings Account with company contribution.
• Dependent Daycare Flexible Spending Account.
• Access to a Health Navigator.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan.
• Benefits Hub and Tickets at Work savings and perks.

What This Job Offers

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