Behavorial Health Assessor I

The University of Kansas Health System • Liberty, MO

13d

About The Position

The Behavioral Health Assessor provides clinical assessments, treatment planning, crisis management, and insurance authorization for patients and their families. The role collaborates with nursing staff and the medical team to determine the appropriate level of care through clinical assessment. The assessor evaluates the need for hospitalization, develops treatment plans with patients and families, and supports patients who do not meet hospitalization criteria by communicating safety plans and providing resources. The position also documents services confidentially, follows applicable policies and professional ethics, and takes responsibility for safety and outcomes within its scope of practice.

Requirements

• High school graduation.
• Master’s degree from an accredited university in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or Marriage and Family Therapy.
• At least 1 year of related experience.
• Master’s-level Kansas licensure as a Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Master Social Worker, or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist.
• Computer literacy and strong knowledge of various computer software programs.
• Ability to engage clients and families.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients for risk factors that may lead to hospitalization.
• Diagnose patients by collecting and evaluating information about their situations.
• Consult with the multidisciplinary team and patients and families during assessments.
• Review clinical information with the medical team to determine whether admission is necessary.
• Develop treatment plans and establish goals and objectives with patients and families in consultation with the multidisciplinary team.
• Review disposition with patients and families and provide support when needed.
• Communicate safety plans and provide resources to patients and families who do not meet medical criteria for hospitalization.
• Ensure quality service by enforcing applicable rules, regulations, and legal requirements and confidentially documenting therapeutic events.
• Maintain working relationships with sponsoring, advisory, and related service agencies.
• Promote agency programs and services and publicize activities and accomplishments.
• Provide clinical learning experiences for interns, including setting learning objectives, supervising practice and caseload management, teaching theory and application, and evaluating professional growth.
• Continue education, participate in workshops, review professional publications, and establish professional networks.
• Accept responsibility and accountability for optimal outcomes within the scope of practice.
• Follow policies, procedures, standards, and the professional code of ethics.
• Assume responsibility for risk and safety issues associated with the position.
• Perform the professional, clinical, and technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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