CANS Assessor

Butterfly Support Services•Cincinnati, OH

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

The CANS Assessor is responsible for conducting comprehensive assessments utilizing the Child and Adolescent Needs and Strengths (CANS) tool to evaluate behavioral health needs, strengths, functioning, and service requirements for children, adolescents, and families. The assessor collaborates with clients, families, providers, schools, and referral sources to gather information, complete accurate assessments, and support the development of individualized treatment and service recommendations.

Requirements

Minimum of one year of experience working with children, adolescents, and families in behavioral health, social services, case management, child welfare, education, or a related field.
Strong interviewing, assessment, documentation, and communication skills.
Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities and deadlines.
Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and the ability to travel throughout the service area.

Nice To Haves

Current Child and Adolescent Needs and Strengths (CANS) certification preferred but not required
Experience conducting behavioral health, psychosocial, or diagnostic assessments.
Experience working with Medicaid populations and OhioRISE services.
Experience in school-based, community-based, or behavioral health settings.
Ohio behavioral health experience.

Responsibilities

Conduct CANS assessments in accordance with OhioRISE, state, payer, and organizational requirements.
Gather information through interviews, observations, record reviews, and collateral contacts.
Assess behavioral health, emotional, social, educational, environmental, and family functioning needs and strengths.
Complete assessments accurately and within required timelines.
Develop recommendations regarding level of care, service needs, and treatment planning.
Collaborate with families, schools, healthcare providers, care coordinators, and community partners to obtain necessary information.
Maintain compliance with all documentation, confidentiality, and regulatory requirements.
Participate in supervision, team meetings, and ongoing training activities.
Monitor reassessment deadlines and complete updates as required.
Utilize electronic health record systems to document assessment findings.
Maintain current knowledge of CANS requirements, behavioral health best practices, and applicable regulations.
Provide professional and culturally responsive services to diverse populations.
Support continuity of care through effective communication with treatment teams and referral sources.