Clinical Assessor

Schedule

• Monday -
• Friday, 8:00 - 5:00

The Blanchard Institute is a family-centered behavioral health treatment center, specializing in mental health and substance use disorders. We are committed to delivering clinically sophisticated, evidence-based care while integrating the family system into the healing process. With a focus on whole-person wellness, same-day access to care, and long-term recovery outcomes, our work is rooted in compassion, integrity, and measurable impact for the individuals and families we serve.

• The Clinical Assessor is responsible for supporting the Clinical Team by thoroughly assessing each client adhering to the admissions process and procedures, collecting collateral information from family members or third parties, and appropriately staffing the assessment before treatment placement.
• The Clinical Assessor is also responsible for supporting the clinical team with treatment planning, Family and Client Orientation, assisting with case management and referral management, coordinating clinical and holistic services being provided; and arranging additional resources.
• The Clinical Assessor participates in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement (CQI) activities.
• They understand and work within the 12 Core Functions of a CSAC candidate.
• The Clinical Assessor will be trained in UA/BAC screening, crisis intervention, and EMR data entry.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Mental Health, Psychology, Social Work, Counseling or a related behavioral health field from an accredited institution required.
• At least one year’s training and/or clinical experience with pending licensure / certification in substance abuse counseling preferred.
• Clinical experience providing individual, group, and family therapy in behavioral health, mental health, or substance use treatment setting preferred.
• Experience with treatment planning, clinical documentation, crisis intervention, and evidence-based therapeutic modalities preferred Prior work in residential, outpatient, or multidisciplinary treatment environments preferred.
• Current state licensure or licensure eligibility (e.g., LMFT, LCSW, LMHC, or equivalent).
• Dual licensure (LCAS) or certification (CADC) in substance use disorder (SUD) treatment is preferred.