Assessor

Park Place Behavioral Healthcare•Kissimmee, FL

About The Position

At Park Place Behavioral Health Care, we've been leading the way in mental health and substance use disorder services since 1976. As a multi-site facility, we provide a full spectrum of innovative behavioral health services tailored to meet the needs of both inpatient and outpatient clients. We're more than just a workplace. We’re a mission-driven community dedicated to improving lives. Every member of our team plays a vital role in empowering individuals and families to achieve wellness, live self-directed lives, and reach their full potential. Join our team of over 300 passionate professionals and become part of something meaningful. We’re proud to foster a diverse, inclusive, and respectful environment where every voice matters. We know that embracing different backgrounds and perspectives not only strengthens our culture but also enhances the care we provide. ABOUT THE ROLE SUMMARY: Perform Intake Assessment interviews with individuals seeking mental health services, and complete the Comprehensive Psychosocial Assessment which includes an interpretive summary and preliminary diagnostic impression. With over 45 years of service in the community, Park Place Behavioral Health Care is a trusted leader with stability, flexibility, and purpose.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Mental Health discipline or a significantly related field and two years of experience assessing patients in mental health crisis.
Maturity and sensitivity to the special needs of the mentally ill population
Ability to assess needs of consumers.
Good organizational, interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to work independently with minimal direction supervision.
Ability to write reports and correspondence.
Ability to speak effectively before groups or employees.
Must have Intermediate to advanced experience in MS Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint), the use of personal computers, and standard office productivity software.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operation and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
A valid Class E Drivers’ License for positions that require driving personal or Agency vehicle on Agency business.
Must maintain a minimum Bodily Injury & Property Liability insurance limit of at least $50,000 for positions that require driving personal own vehicle (POV) on Agency business. (Proof Required)
PPBH is a 24/7 Agency. All employees must be available as needed when required.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Mental Health field preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform Intake Assessment interviews with individuals seeking mental health services, and complete the Comprehensive Psychosocial Assessment which includes an interpretive summary and preliminary diagnostic impression.
Facilitate client referrals to appropriate agency services based on the assessment results.
Collaborate with individuals being assessed in the development of treatment plan goals and objectives.
Explain to individuals seeking services their rights as patients and agency policies, and obtain client signatures on required forms.
Demonstrate competency in evaluating and documenting client lethality risk.
Demonstrate familiarity with community resources and provide referrals to these resources when appropriate.
Complete all required assessment paperwork in a timely manner according to department policies and procedures.
Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of DSM V nomenclature.
Keep current on State reporting requirements for child/elder abuse and neglect.
Report to supervisor any acute or systemic problems.
Conduct follow-up calls with no-show clients to reschedule missed appointments and support continuity of care.
Assist with peer chart reviews to ensure documentation accuracy, compliance, and quality standards.
Provide coverage for walk-in clients, based on availability, to ensure timely assessment and access to services.
Perform other duties as required by supervisor.