What are the responsibilities and job description for the Diagnostic Assessor position at Child & Adolescent Behavioral Health?
Job Opportunity
Child & Adolescent Behavioral Health
Position Available: Full-time Diagnostic Assessor
****Signing Bonus for New Full-time Diagnostic Assessor****
Overview
Now more than ever, mental and behavioral health care for kids is needed in our community. Child & Adolescent Behavioral Health is looking to meet the growing demands by hiring full-time Diagnostic Assessor.
As a member of our team, you will help children, youth and families successfully meet life's challenges by offering the emotional and behavioral health support they need. We are a collaborative network of child therapists, psychiatrists, APRNs, case managers, school staff, community partners and other mental health professionals working toward a common goal. Together, we provide a positive environment for kids and their families to find health, hope and happiness.
We are looking for enthusiastic individuals to join one of the most innovative therapeutic mental health programs in Stark County. We offer a compassionate, supportive, accountable work environment to help you grow your career, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes generous and affordable medical, dental, life insurance, retirement and paid time off.
Job Duties/Description
- Duties include conducting Diagnostic/Comprehensive Mental Health Assessments; will likely be based at Belden Office, must be willing to fill in as needed at the Plain, Alliance, and/or Shipley Offices.
- Individual must be willing to complete Assessments two (2) evenings per week until 8:00 p.m., on Fridays, and must be willing to be mobile to meet client needs if requested (e.g., Assessing at schools). Some assessments may be completed via telehealth if requested by clients.
Skills and Experience
- Individual must have proven assessment skills and must currently be completing assessments or updates for children and adolescents.
- Individual must possess excellent writing skills and must be able to keep up with the rigors of completing multiple assessments and referrals by the end of each day.
- Individual must be trauma informed; must be skilled in differential diagnosis regarding anxiety, mood, and behavioral disorders using a trauma lens. Must possess skills to conceptualize client/system needs and recommend appropriate services.
- Individual must have training and familiarity with DSM-5, including substance use disorder (SUD) diagnoses.
- Individual must possess the ability to engage a wide range of youth and parents, including those from diverse populations, and those uncertain about the value and/or necessity of MH/SUD services.
- Individual must possess the ability to work effectively with other professionals both within and outside the mental health profession.
Qualifications
- Must possess at least a Master’s Degree(s) in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology or the equivalent; must be Independently Licensed in the state of Ohio to provide assessment and therapy via the Ohio Counselor, Social Worker, and Marriage and Family Therapist Board, or the Ohio Board of Psychology.
Salary Range/Compensation: Based upon agency salary ranges and licensing.
Hours: Full-time. Evening/Friday hours required.
Website: www.childandadolescent.org
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Stark Co. – EEO-6
