Merakey·Hammond, Louisiana
The Clinical Assessor travels to various sites to conduct assessments for new and existing clients to determine medical necessity for ACT services or nursing home placement. They are also responsible for ensuring appropriate discharge plans are in place for clients following hospitalization.
Are you looking for an opportunity to advance your career while working with an extraordinary team? At Merakey, we put heart and soul into everything we do.
We are seeking Clinical Assessor (LPC/LCSW) to join our team in our Hammond, LA location.
Earn $75,000/year + mileage
The Clinical Assessor will travel to various sites to conduct assessments with new and existing clients. Depending on which type of assessment is required, the employee will be responsible to determine whether the medical necessity exists for either ACT services or nursing home placement. For the follow up hospitalization assessments, the employee will be responsible for ensuring that the consumer has an appropriate and attainable discharge plan in place.
Learn more about our full benefits package - https://www.merakey.org/careers/benefits [https://www.merakey.org/careers/benefits]
Merakey is a non-profit provider of developmental, behavioral health, and education services. More than 8,000 employees provide support to nearly 40,000 individuals and families throughout 12 states across the country each year. Click here to watch a video about Merakey. [https://youtu.be/MD3KtxmS7qo] Merakey strictly follows a zero-tolerance policy for abuse.
Merakey is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer! We deeply value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ethnic background, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or disability status. Moreover, we are committed to creating teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and encourage applicants from underrepresented backgrounds to apply. Merakey welcomes all Veterans to apply!
Candidates must hold a Master's degree in human services and possess a valid LPC or LCSW license. A valid driver's license is also required for travel to various sites.
Market context
Behavioral-health roles in Louisiana are often driven by ongoing demand for licensed clinicians who can support individuals with serious mental illness in community and outpatient settings. These positions can be competitive because employers typically look for active Louisiana licensure, at least two years of relevant experience, and a valid driver's license, while benefits such as dental, vision, paid holidays, sick leave, and an employee assistance program may help offset the workload. Before applying, confirm your licensure status and driver’s license are current, and note that the requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original job description to save research time.