Becoming part of the Sweetser family means you can make a difference in the lives of Maine children, adults, and families every day. As a nationally recognized and accredited leader, we offer competitive salaries, a wide range of benefits and the opportunity to join a passionate team of more than 700 employees.
Sweetser is hiring for a relief Assessment Clinician in the Rockport or Belfast area!
The Assessment Clinician is responsible for coordinating with a team of intake professions with the role of performing comprehensive walk-in assessments for new clients. The result of the Initial Assessment will be to demonstrate clinical justification for a Diagnosis List and Referrals.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Completes client intake assessments.
Responsible for all assessment documentation.
Submits primary referral.
Identifies improvements in all assessment processes.
Proficient in Electronic Health Record (EHR).
Ability to perform concurrent documentation.
Maintains professional, clinical and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, and participating in professional associations.
Proficient with the Kepro Mainecare Authorization System and coordinates Clinic-Based Therapy Authorization Coordination.
Proficient with writing measurable treatment plan goals to support Group Leaders.
EDUCATION:
Master’s Degree in a related field (Psychology, Human Development, Social Work, etc.)
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS REQUIRED:
Maintain a valid state driver’s license. Maintain one of the following clinical licensures: LCSW-cc, LCSW, LCPC, LCPCcc.
EXPERIENCE:
Experience with assessment of adults and children.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
Crisis assessment skills and familiarity with community resources.
Comprehensive Assessment skills including Mental Status Exam.
Differential Diagnosis skill.
Case conceptualization skill.
Excellent Technical Writing skills.
Excellent Computer skills.
Customer service skills.
Excellent communication skills.
