Triage and Assessment Clinician at Behavioral Health Network, Inc. in Springfield, Massachusetts

Job Description:

Looking for an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of those struggling with mental health challenges? Join our team as a Triage and Assessment Clinician for our CBHI program at Behavioral Health Network!


The Triage and Assessment Clinician provides master's level triage for referrals of youth serving programs and conducts comprehensive assessments for youth referred to CBHI services as requested by programs.


As a Triage and Assessment Clinician, you will play a crucial role in providing compassionate care to individuals in need of mental health services. You will be responsible for conducting assessments, and supporting the triage needs of the youth and family outreach programs to meet the unique needs of each individual.



Your experience, knowledge and great skills will support the CBHI program with the following:

• Providing community-based and telehealth comprehensive behavioral health assessments and diagnostic assessments to youth.
• Assessing for risk and safety needs for triage calls and while conducting assessment and takes appropriate actions to keep youth and others safe.
• Conducting triage calls to youth and families for CBHI programs and maintains documentation as required by program specifications.
• Submitting progress notes, comprehensive assessments, referral documents and other agency required documents, on time and in accordance with applicable rules and regulations.
• Working closely with CBHI managers, central intake department, and billing department to ensure adequate communication regarding triage and eligibility.

What are we looking for in a Triage and Assessment Clinician?




Qualifications/Requirements

• Master's Degree in a license-eligible behavioral health field required.
• Must be CANS-MA certified.
• Bilingual in Spanish (preferred)
• Must have knowledge of mental illness/SED as manifested in children and adolescents as well as knowledge of treatment techniques.
• Must have a valid Massachusetts driver's license and automobile available for all working hours.

If you are passionate about mental health care and want to make a real difference in the lives of those in your community, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity!



How do I apply to be a Triage and Assessment Clinician?



If you are interested in this opportunity, please visit our website at www.bhnworks.org and click on "Browse All Jobs" to apply!



BHN maintains its commitment to social justice and diversity and strongly encourages diverse candidates to apply.



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