NORTHEAST TREATMENT CENTER·Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
The Assessment Specialist conducts initial clinical evaluations and assessments to determine the appropriate level of care, making recommendations and referrals based on established procedures. This role involves close collaboration with internal and external clinical teams to finalize required client documentation and ensure a successful transition to the designated care level.
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Philadelphia,
PA 19133SUMMARY: The Assessment Specialist conducts the initial clinical evaluations and assessments to determine the appropriate level of care and makes recommendations and referrals for treatment based on procedures defined by State, County, Community Behavioral Heath, and program requirements. This position works closely with internal and external clinical team members to ensure the completion of all required client documentation and successful transition to the designated level of care
WORK
ENVIRONMENT: Within the confines of the offices of the Division and Agency. Travel to other Agency sites as well as to outside meetings, conferences, or workshops may be required on an as needed basis.
WORKING
HOURS: 40 hours per week. Monday – Friday. Hours and days subject to change based upon program need and supervisor approvalQualificationsMINIMUM
QUALIFICATIONS: · A Master’s Degree or above from an accredited college or university with a major in medicine, chemical dependency, psychology, social work, counseling, nursing (with a clinical specialty in the human services) or other related field and 2 years of clinical experience in a health or human service agency which includes 1 year of working directly with the chemically dependent and/or dually-diagnosed clients. · Must meet full qualifications as an addictions counselor according to Department of Drug and Alcohol Program regulations. · One year of direct care experience in mental health or addictions · Intake background highly preferred. · Experience with psychiatric emergencies · Intake and assessment background highly preferred
A Master’s degree or higher in a relevant field such as medicine, psychology, or social work is required, along with two years of clinical experience, including one year working directly with chemically dependent or dually-diagnosed clients. Candidates must also meet full qualifications as an addictions counselor and possess a background in intake and assessment, preferably with experience in psychiatric emergencies.
Market context
In Pennsylvania, intake and assessment roles in acute recovery settings are often tied to ongoing behavioral health and substance use treatment demand. This role is competitive because employers typically look for advanced clinical education, direct experience with chemically dependent or dually diagnosed clients, and licensure or credentialing aligned with addiction services. Review the full posting carefully and confirm your clinical experience matches the required population; the job requirements and benefits shown here are AI-summarized from the original description, saving you research time.
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