Job Description:
Job Title: Assessor
Location: Saint Louis, MO
Department: Recovery Services
Employment Type: Part-time
Job Overview:
We are currently hiring for someone currently licensed in MO with an LPC or LCSW
to join our team as an Assessor. In this role, you will conduct comprehensive
screenings and assessments for individuals seeking behavioral health and
substance use services.
You will evaluate client needs, determine appropriate levels of care, and
provide referrals and recommendations based on clinical findings. This position
plays a critical role in ensuring timely access to services and accurate
clinical documentation in accordance with regulatory standards.
Key Responsibilities:
* Conduct intake screenings, biopsychosocial assessments, and diagnostic
evaluations for clients.
* Determine clinical appropriateness and level of care using evidence-based
assessment tools and criteria.
* Provide referrals and coordinate admissions to appropriate programs and
services.
* Document all assessments and client interactions in compliance with state,
accreditation, and agency standards.
* Collaborate with clinical and admissions teams to ensure smooth transitions
into care.
* Identify and respond to crisis situations, including conducting risk
assessments and coordinating emergency interventions as needed.
* Maintain knowledge of community resources and provide linkage to external
providers when appropriate.
* Participate in team meetings and case staffing to support continuity of care.
* Ensure all assessments meet regulatory, contractual, and organizational
requirements.
* Represent the agency professionally in all interactions, including community
partnerships and referral sources.
Education and Experience:
* Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or a
related field preferred.
* Relevant licensure or credential (e.g., LPC, LCSW, LMFT, or substance use
certification) preferred, depending on program requirements.
* Experience in behavioral health intake, assessment, or admissions strongly
preferred.
* Knowledge of ASAM criteria and diagnostic processes (DSM) preferred.
* Strong clinical assessment, documentation, and decision-making skills.
* Comfortable providing assessments via telehealth platforms (training
provided)
Position Perks & Benefits:
Paid time off: full-time employees receive an attractive time off package to
balance your work and personal life
Employee benefits package: full-time employees receive health, dental, vision,
retirement, life, & more
Top-notch training: initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive
Career mobility: advancement opportunities/promoting from within
Welcoming, warm, supportive: a work culture & environment that promotes your
well-being, values you as human being, and encourages your health and happiness.
Brightli is on a Mission:
A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community
mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in
advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance user care in our
communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better
meet the needs of our clients.
As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we prioritize fostering a
culture of belonging and connection within our workforce. We encourage
applications from individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences, as we
believe that a rich tapestry of perspectives strengthens our mission. If you are
passionate about empowering local communities and creating an environment where
everyone feels valued and supported, we invite you to join our mission-driven
organization dedicated to cultivating an authentic workplace.
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
Burrell Behavioral Health is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.