IM+CANS Assessor

PROGRAM: Clinical Services (Assessment & Evaluation) POSITION TITLE: IM+CANS Assessor REPORTS TO: Director of Clinical Operations JOB TYPE: Full-Time Salary: $70,000 The Link & Option Center, Inc. is a Joint Commission–accredited outpatient State Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) serving the far Southside community and designated to serve the Southland region with locations in South Holland and Hazel Crest, Illinois.

Founded in 1994, The Link & Option Center, Inc., provides comprehensive behavioral health services including assessment, psychiatry, therapy, crisis services, case management, and care coordination. The Link & Option Center, Inc., is committed to delivering culturally competent, person-centered care that addresses both behavioral health needs and the social determinants impacting overall well-being.

Through early identification, prevention, and treatment, The Link & Option Center, Inc., strives to improve the quality of life and strengthen the communities it serves.

Job Summary

The Assessment/Evaluator is responsible for completing the IM+CANS and other evidence-based assessment tools as indicated by the client’s presenting problems.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Complete IM+CANS with TLOC policies and procedures (i.e., within 1 day of urgent care and within 4 days for routine care). Reviews and confirms initial diagnosis and treatment recommendations. Completes required documentation in the client’s EHR Dr. Cloud. Completes and submits encounter notes as required by TLOC policy (i.

e., within 45 hours). Confers with the Director of Clinical Operations regarding questions related to differential diagnosis. Works closely with Intake Staff to ensure that clients are linked to appropriate services and level of care. Provides consultation to assigned clinical staff regarding assessment and treatment recommendations.

Completes a Safety Plan as needed with the client and provides appropriate follow-up. Ensure at minimum, all clients must be educated about 24-hour Crisis Hotline. All clients are engaged to complete Crisis Plan.

QUALIFICATIONS

AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS Must meet criteria for qualification as a QMHP (i.e. master’s degree in a human services-related field). State of Illinois IM+CANS certified. Working knowledge of DSM V diagnosis. High degree of professionalism in dealing with diverse groups of people, including clients, staff, and others. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with other departments within TLOC.

Ability to make appropriate, informed decisions. Ability to multi-task, complete a high volume of tasks and projects with little or no guidance. Well-developed organizational and time management skills. Effective verbal and written communication skills. Professional discretion and adherence to confidentiality. Must be culturally competent, empathetic, and able to interact and develop rapport with a diversified population.