CANS Assessment Associate

About the role

Integrated Services for Behavioral Health (ISBH) is a community-minded, forward-thinking behavioral health organization serving Southeastern and Central Ohio. We provide comprehensive behavioral health and other services, collaborating with local partners to promote healthy people and strong communities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive CANS assessments for children, adolescents, and transitional-age youth in various settings
• Build and maintain knowledge of the organization and OhioRISE referral pathways and specialty program offerings
• Maintain accurate, timely records in the electronic health record and CANS portal
• Collaborate with clinical staff, families, and community partners to translate assessment findings and next steps
• Build and maintain collaborative relationships with referral systems, community partners, and collateral agents
• Utilize databases and Electronic Health Record systems for accurate client documentation
• Maintain compliance with HIPAA, mandated reporting requirements, and professional ethical guidelines
• Travels within designated service areas

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Current Ohio CANS certification or ability to certify within 21 days of employment
• 2-3 years of experience in community mental health, child welfare, or a closely related human services setting
• Advanced communication, organizational, and knowledge of child and adolescent behavioral health, trauma-informed care, and family systems
• Ability to bill Medicaid without restrictions, maintain confidentiality, adhere to safety and regulatory requirements, and manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Reliable transportation and valid driver’s license with appropriate auto insurance coverage

Qualifications

• Advanced communication and organizational skills
• Knowledge of child and adolescent behavioral health, trauma-informed care, and family systems
• Ability to bill Medicaid without restrictions
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to safety and regulatory requirements
• Knowledge of Medicaid regulations and compliance requirements
• Ability to manage deadlines within a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Ability to operate in an Internet-based, automated office environment
• Ability to maintain high-speed internet connection

Skills

• Advanced communication skills, both oral and written
• Advanced organizational skills
• Knowledge of child and adolescent behavioral health, trauma-informed care, and family systems
• Ability to bill Medicaid without restrictions
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to safety and regulatory requirements
• Knowledge of Medicaid regulations and compliance requirements
• Ability to manage deadlines within a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Ability to operate in an Internet-based, automated office environment
• Ability to maintain high-speed internet connection

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Short-term Disability
• Long-term Disability
• 401K with Employer Match
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Pay

The pay range for this position is $19.00-$22.26 per hour based on experience, education, and/or licensure.

Schedule

Not specified.