Clinical Assessor

The Blanchard Institute • Cornelius, NC

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About The Position

The Clinical Assessor supports the Clinical Team by thoroughly assessing clients in accordance with admissions processes and procedures, collecting collateral information from family members or third parties, and staffing assessments before treatment placement. The role also supports treatment planning and Family and Client Orientation, assists with case management and referral management, coordinates clinical and holistic services, and arranges additional resources. The Clinical Assessor participates in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement (CQI) activities and works within the 12 Core Functions of a CSAC candidate. Training is provided in UA/BAC screening, crisis intervention, and EMR data entry.

The Blanchard Institute is a family-centered behavioral health treatment center specializing in mental health and substance use disorders. Its care integrates the family system and emphasizes evidence-based treatment, whole-person wellness, same-day access, and long-term recovery outcomes.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Mental Health, Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or a related behavioral health field from an accredited institution.
• Current state licensure or eligibility for licensure, such as LMFT, LCSW, LCMHC, or equivalent.
• First Aid / CPR Certification.
• Crisis Intervention Certification.

Nice To Haves

• At least one year of training and/or clinical experience with pending licensure or certification in substance abuse counseling.
• Clinical experience providing individual, group, and family therapy in a behavioral health, mental health, or substance use treatment setting.
• Experience with treatment planning, clinical documentation, crisis intervention, and evidence-based therapeutic modalities.
• Prior work in residential, outpatient, or multidisciplinary treatment environments.
• Dual licensure (LCAS) or certification (CADC) in substance use disorder treatment.

Responsibilities

• Assess clients in accordance with admissions processes and procedures.
• Collect collateral information from family members or third parties.
• Staff assessments before treatment placement.
• Support treatment planning and Family and Client Orientation.
• Assist with case management and referral management.
• Coordinate clinical and holistic services and arrange additional resources.
• Participate in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement activities.
• Work within the 12 Core Functions of a CSAC candidate.
• Complete training in UA/BAC screening, crisis intervention, and EMR data entry.

Benefits

• Professional development reimbursement for qualifying employees.
• PPO / HRA and HDHP / HSA medical plan options.
• Dental and vision plans.
• Healthcare and dependent care FSA.
• Company-paid life insurance, AD&D, and STD.
• Voluntary supplemental life insurance.
• Optional critical illness, hospital, and accident coverage.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Paid holidays.
• Paid time off.
• 401(k) retirement plan + Roth.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time