Level of Care Assessment Clinician - LCSW - LPCC
About The Position
Revive is seeking a licensed counselor to join their clinical team. As a LOCA Clinician, you are responsible for reviewing and pre-screening information collected by paraprofessional staff and applying ASAM 4th Edition criteria to determine the appropriate Level of Care placement for individuals seeking substance use disorder services. The clinician evaluates the available information across applicable ASAM dimensions, identifies dimensional drivers and service needs, applies clinical judgment, and documents the recommended Level of Care. This position is focused on clinical review and placement determination and does not provide ongoing treatment services.
Requirements
- Master’s degree from a properly accredited institution with current KY licensure is required
- Minimum of 2 years of clinical experience in behavioral health and/or substance use
- Be able to develop treatment plans with specific goals and objectives corresponding to each client's needs.
- Must have knowledge of medical privacy and confidentiality (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act [HIPAA])
- Computer applications/software to include Microsoft Office programs/ MS Outlook (e-mail), Electronic Health Records, and internet familiarity.
- Experience working with individuals and/or families who have various mental, behavioral, and substance abuse conditions.
- Fully licensed LCSW or LPCC.
- Must have organizational and communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Communicate effectively in oral and written format.
- Maintain effective interpersonal relationships.
- Must have ability to work independently and work in a stressful and busy environment.
- Analyze treatment plans, which include the diagnosis of client behavioral and emotional problems.
- Utilizing knowledge of a variety of therapeutic models and theories to understand and plan intervention strategies for a variety of patients
Responsibilities
- Review prescreening information collected by paraprofessional staff for completeness and clinical relevance
- Evaluate available information across applicable ASAM 4th Edition dimensions and identify dimensional drivers influencing placement
- Apply ASAM 4th Edition criteria and clinical judgment to determine the appropriate Level of Care
- Identify when additional information or clinical clarification is necessary before making a placement determination
- Document the clinical rationale supporting the recommended ASAM Level of Care
- Identify clinical needs, risks or barriers that may affect appropriate placement
- Communicate Level of Care recommendations to designated admissions, clinical and program staff to support appropriate placement and continuity of care
- Recommend referral to external services when an individual's assessed needs cannot be appropriately addressed within available Revive Ministries Inc. Programs
- Complete assessment review and placement documentation accurately within established organizational timeframes
- Maintain compliance with applicable organizational policies, ASAM standards, payer requirements and state and federal regulations related to assessment, documentation, confidentiality and scope of practice
- All other duties as assigned
Benefits
- Paid supervision
- Free access to Relias for continuing education
- $200.00 annual professional development benefit
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
