Clinical Evaluator

About the role

Centerstone is among the nation’s leading nonprofit behavioral health systems, offering rewarding opportunities to serve individuals of all ages in a variety of settings. The Evaluator conducts comprehensive initial assessments and evaluations for individuals seeking services, including establishing treatment plans, provisional diagnoses, and referral recommendations. Additionally, they may engage in safety planning, provide brief therapy sessions, and—pending approval—offer clinical supervision to trainees. Job duties may vary based on the team member’s department.

Responsibilities

• Conduct screenings and assessments for individuals interested in services to determine appropriateness and eligibility.
• Adhere to operational guidelines and professional code of ethics.
• Meet department-specific collaborative service goals, ensuring adequate direct client care hours and proactive coordination to minimize cancellations.
• Maintain accurate client documentation within expected timeframes and document activities for data collection purposes.
• Stay informed about programs, including admission criteria and referral processes.
• Provide or coordinate comprehensive follow-up plans for assessed clients.
• Participate in or coordinate emergency services for crisis intervention.
• Stay knowledgeable about community resources beyond services provided.
• Engage in peer review staffing, departmental meetings, and staff development activities.
• Ensure compliance with Quality Assurance/Compliance/Revenue Cycle procedures.
• Deliver educational material in public forums to promote mental health awareness and community response.
• Cooperate with management needs, including data collection, program evaluation, and grant applications.
• Comply with Quality Assurance procedures and clinical records regulations.
• Complete all required trainings and evaluations.

Pay

$18.20–$25.50 per hour

Schedule

Full time

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision health coverage
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• 403b retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off and ten paid holidays
• AD&D Insurance, Life Insurance, and Long Term Disability (company paid)
• Employee Resource Groups
• Continuing education opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program