Clinical Assessor - Polk and Surrounding Counties

CareStar, Inc.•Des Moines, IA

6h•Hybrid

About The Position

CareStar, Inc., founded in 1988, is a leader in long-term care case management and population health, with a mission to Improve Communities by Improving Lives. The company serves individuals across Ohio through care coordination and is seeking a Clinical Assessor to join its Iowa Clinical Department. This role involves assessing individual needs, developing personalized care plans, and connecting them with essential services and supports. The position offers a chance to be part of a mission-driven team that values expertise, supports growth, and empowers employees to make a difference.

Requirements

Current and active license as a Registered Nurse, Licensed Independent Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor or Licensed Psychologist.
Experience in assessment, care coordination, long-term services and supports, or related clinical settings preferred.
Effective organizational, interpersonal, communication and leadership skills.
Effective computer skills with familiarity with suite of Microsoft Office programs.
Reliable transportation to travel within assigned region as business requires.
Valid driver’s license and car insurance as required by State law.

Responsibilities

Adheres to the CareStar Rule in performance of job responsibilities.
Understands and complies with CareStar Policies and Procedures.
Maintains confidentiality as related to patient information. Any disclosures of confidential information made unlawfully outside the proper course of duty will be treated as a serious disciplinary offence.
Follows the Acceptable Use Policy while using any information systems owned or controlled by CareStar.
Conduct comprehensive clinical assessments and/or reassessments within required timelines.
Ensure assessments are completed accurately, thoroughly, and in compliance with program rules and standardized assessment protocols.
Document assessment findings in required systems and maintain complete and timely records.
Communicate with members, caregivers, providers, MCOs, case managers, and agency staff as needed.