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 services and collaborate with local partners to promote healthy communities.

Responsibilities

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

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 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. - Ability to adhere to safety, rules, regulations, and requirements. - Knowledge of Medicaid regulations and compliance requirements. - Reliable transportation and a valid driver's license. - Ability to manage deadlines in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. - Ability to operate in an Internet-based, automated office environment. - Ability to maintain high-speed internet connection.

Qualifications

- Education: High school diploma or GED equivalent. - Experience: 2-3 years of relevant experience. - Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 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; ability to adhere to safety, rules, regulations, and requirements; knowledge of Medicaid regulations and compliance requirements; reliable transportation and a valid driver's license; ability to manage deadlines in 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. - Ability to adhere to safety, rules, regulations, and requirements. - Knowledge of Medicaid regulations and compliance requirements. - Access to reliable transportation. - A valid driver's license and the ability to operate a motor vehicle. - An appropriate level of auto insurance coverage. - 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) provides support and resources to help you and your family with a range of issues.