Clinical Diagnostic Assessor (Hybrid /PRN) Cleveland, OH

3500 Carnegie•Cleveland, OH

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

OhioGuidestone is the state's leader in community behavioral health care, serving around 26,000 Ohioans each year. We focus on the needs of the whole person by providing telehealth and in-person prevention services, as well as mental health and substance use treatment. As we help people navigate the most difficult times in their lives—with compassion and respect—we ultimately empower them to take steps towards a healthier future. This role involves evaluating client and family functioning, explaining services, completing diagnostic assessments, and recommending treatment options. The position requires maintaining knowledge of DSM-5 criteria, performing administrative tasks, and collaborating with various agencies. The assessor will meet with clients virtually, at agency locations, or in their homes, while maintaining productivity and confidentiality standards. Flexibility and a positive attitude are essential for this role, which also emphasizes teamwork and positive representation of the agency.

Requirements

Master’s degree and Ohio LSW, MFT, LPC or higher required.
Valid Ohio Driver’s License with a safe driving record and valid insurance.
Ability to take and pass a physical exam, tuberculosis test, and drug screening.
Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation; psychological research methods; and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders.
Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of emotional and mental dysfunctions.
Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human migrations, ethnicity, and cultures and their history and origins within and outside of the Agency.
Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services.
Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language, including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
Computer literacy skills, including Windows applications, Microsoft Office Suite, and basic database usage, as well as moderate level typing and the ability to operate computerized office equipment.
Strong critical thinking and communication skills to problem solve and interact verbally with staff, representatives from outside agencies, and families.
Excellent time management, organizational skills, and attention to detail.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Electronic Health Records (EHR), Evolv preferred.
Bi-lingual preferred

Responsibilities

Evaluates current client and family functioning and explain the mental health services of OhioGuidestone and engage family, youth, and other pertinent agencies.
Completes mental health diagnostic assessments and formulates a diagnosis according to the DSM-5 criteria.
Maintains current knowledge of DSM-5 diagnoses and recommends treatment options and level of care.
Performs related administrative responsibilities; reviews and completes related reports, records, and other documents within the required timeframe; responds to emails, texts, and phone calls within a 24-hour period; attends various trainings and meetings; communicates with other agencies, departments, and vendors regarding required paperwork, contract compliance and consults with other county agencies and/or supportive services as necessary.
Obtains documents, information, and signatures from parents and clients that are necessary to complete assessments and evaluations.
Summarizes the major treatment issues and expected outcomes and recommends case disposition to OhioGuidestone programs.
Meets with clients virtually, at all OhioGuidestone locations, or travels to client’s homes to complete assessments.
Maintains minimal productivity level and the confidentiality of client or collateral interaction within Agency defined standards.
Provides a minimum of three available times weekly for diagnostic evaluation appointments.
Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
May be involved in the planning, organization, and implementation of special events or department-specific projects, or seasonal program changes.
Exhibit positivity, flexibility, and a willingness to take on new responsibilities as requested or required.
Demonstrate positive leadership, promote a team-based work environment, and present the agency in the most positive light with all internal and external contacts.

Benefits

Clear career ladder for development path in various roles
Competitive medical benefits including options for employee, family or employee + children
Free CEU trainings
10 paid holidays; three are exchangeable
Flexible work schedules to support work/life balance
Flexible work opportunities to support varying career paths, job roles, intern to hire, and locations
401(k) with employer match option
Employment Assistance Program (EAP)
Mileage reimbursement
Free licensure supervision
Recognition and rewards
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