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Community Based Mental Health Assessor (LPC or LCSW)

EMS·Ashland, Virginia

$25/hr·Full Time·Remote Ok·0-2 yrs·Posted 5 months ago
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About the role

The successful candidate will conduct comprehensive mental health assessments for community-based programs. They will also complete necessary documentation and communicate with the assessment team.

Community Based Mental Health Assessor: (LPC or LCSW; or Licensed-Eligible Residents or Supervisees in Social Work)

EMS of Virginia is seeking a skilled assessor who will complete assessments for our community-based programs, including Intensive In-home, Mental Health Skill Building, and Crisis Services. The successful individual will be licensed in the state of Virginia as an LPC or LCSW, or be eligible for supervision toward licensure. EMS will provide the licensure supervision to the right candidate, as an added benefit of the position.

Duties

include:

  • Meet with clients in person or virtually to conduct comprehensive mental health assessment
  • Complete assessment documentation in electronic health record (Lauris)
  • Gather information for submission of request of authorization to Medicaid MCOs
  • Electronically submit authorizations requests to MCOs
  • Communicate with assessment and supervisory team about the process
  • Successful candidate will be available to complete 3-6 assessments per week, up to 20 hours per week.
  • Scheduling will be flexible based on client need and request for services.
  • Pay is $25 per hour with opportunity for incentives based on performance.
  • There is an opportunity for growth with this position, if desired, for the right candidate.
  • Be a part of a team that values quality, relationships, and community partnerships!

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We look forward to hearing from you!

Requirements

Candidates must be licensed in Virginia as an LPC or LCSW, or be eligible for supervision toward licensure. The position requires the ability to complete 3-6 assessments per week.

  • Documentation
  • Team Collaboration
  • Flexible Scheduling
  • Client Communication
  • Mental Health Assessment
  • Medicaid Authorization

Benefits

  • Opportunity For Growth
  • Licensure Supervision
  • Incentives Based On Performance

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
Remote Ok
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$25/hr
Location
Ashland, Virginia
Posted
Feb 11, 2026
Closes
May 12, 2026
Application
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Hiring organization

EMS

EMS of Virginia has been providing community based mental health services in the greater Richmond, Virginia, area since 2005. At EMS, we believe that "each mind matters"​ and take an individualized approach to community based mental health treatment. We are seeking team members...

Salary listed on 11 jobs
IndustryMental Health Care
TypePrivately Held
Size51-200 employees
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Market context

Virginia mental health assessor demand is steady

Community-based mental health assessor roles in Virginia often draw interest from candidates with LPC or LCSW credentials because agencies need clinicians who can complete assessments consistently and work in the field. Competition is usually strongest for applicants who already hold Virginia licensure or are eligible for supervision, since those qualifications align closely with the role’s requirements and growth path. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your licensure status and assessment capacity before applying.

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