Assessor

VOLUNTEERS OF AMERICA SOUTH CENTRAL LOUISIANA•Lafayette, LA

About The Position

The Wraparound Assessor is responsible for conducting timely, high-quality initial assessments and reassessments for children/youth enrolled in Wraparound services. This role evaluates the needs, strengths, risks, and service eligibility, and translates findings into clear recommendations for plans of care. The Wraparound Assessor also collaborates closely with Wraparound Facilitators and Wraparound Licensed Clinical Director to ensure assessments inform service linkage and effective clinical services. This position reports to the Wraparound Licensed Clinical Director.

Requirements

Master’s degree from accredited university or college in human services, social or behavioral science required. Licensed as a mental health professional required.
Three (3+) years of experience in the human services field required, preferably with different systems, including school, behavioral health, child welfare, juvenile justice, health, and delinquency population.
Must maintain a valid Louisiana driver’s license.
Must maintain a valid Counseling or Social Work license in the State of Louisiana.
Complete and maintain CANS certification.

Nice To Haves

Experience with wraparound services, Medicaid-funded programs, or behavioral health systems preferred.

Responsibilities

Complete individualized assessments including a Child and Adolescent Needs and Strengths Survey (CANS), Independent Behavioral Health Assessment (IBHA) form, and other assessments as needed in the family’s home or community.
Use assessment tools to inform the POC and crisis/safety planning in coordination with the Wraparound Clinical Director.
Collaborate with wraparound facilitators to translate needs/strengths into measurable goals, interventions, and progress indicators for the POC; ensure assessment-driven recommendations are reflected in POC updates and service authorizations.
Supports CSoC principles and values.
Promotes services that are community-based, evidence-based, and/or evidence-informed.
Assures all assessments and reassessments assigned are completed prior to the end of the authorization period.
Complete The Louisiana CSoC Wraparound training and certification process as developed by the State and OBH.
Ensures all assessments are completed by deadlines determined by VOASCLA and/or Magellan.
Maintain confidentiality as it pertains to all aspects of clients’ care, staff, and Volunteers of America.
Participate in training and development activities as required.
Perform other duties as assigned.