Clinical and Quality Review Specialist (Part-time)

Kenneth Young Center•Schaumburg, IL

5d•$27 - $28

About The Position

Completes LPHA review of IM-CANS/Assessments for Behavioral Health Divisions. Provides feedback to respective staff members regarding edits and changes that need to be made. Follows up with staff to ensure changes are made and signs assessments in a timely manner. Provide back-up/on-call coverage for Front Door mental health assessments.

Requirements

Masters or doctorate degree from an accredited college or university of social work, psychology, or a related discipline.
Illinois LCPC/LCSW or equivalent that meets IL Rule 132/140 LPHA designation
Experience in assessment for individuals with mental health needs
Must obtain IM-CANS certification and demonstrate proficiency within 45 days
Basic computer proficiency, knowledge of Word and internet skills
Basic technology, smartphone, and computer proficiency; knowledge of web-based team communication tools (ex. Microsoft Teams), electronic health records, telehealth programs, and internet skills

Nice To Haves

at least 1 year experience completing IM-CANS assessments preferred

Responsibilities

Complete IM-CANS review acting as LPHA for staff on Behavioral Health Division; providing feedback and coordinating with assessor as needed (LPHA candidates only)
Provide back-up, on-call to the Front Door assessment team; respond to referrals by reaching out to hospitals and completing assessment within 24 hours of referral to meet grant requirements
Complete comprehensive strengths-based, client-centered, and trauma-informed clinical mental health assessments to adults at local hospitals
Complete tracking and update CIS and spreadsheets to identify assigned IM-CANS for review
Ensure follow-up with assessor so that IM-CANS are signed and completed within 14 days
Coordinate with assessor’s supervisor/manager if needed, to provide feedback on assessments and/or timeliness of updates/completion
Complete all clinical documentation and required reports in an accurate and timely manner; including referrals, desk reviews, IM-CANS, and other assessment tools
Participate in clinical and administrative supervision as directed, to receive and offer feedback and for performance evaluation and seek additional clinical and program consultation as needed
Participate in All Staff meetings & other staff meetings and trainings as directed
Interpret and communicate, at the service delivery level, Center policies and procedures
Meet agency quality and compliance standards