Assessor - Onsite Rotating Shifts

ONSITE Assessors needed for our program located in Lower Bucks - flexible rotating hours - full time

 

We need hope-bringers and changemakers — because the work we all do matters. If you’re passionate about making an impact with your time and being someone’s light in the darkness, we want you on our team.

 

Come Join Us to Do Mission-Based, Meaningful Work

 

Who We Are

Gaudenzia is one of the largest nonprofit providers of treatment to people with substance use and co-occurring disorders in the nation. We operate in Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, and Washington, D.C.

 

Our caring, compassionate team is on a mission to save thousands of lives each year and bring hope to people devastated by substance use disorder. Together, we help individuals, families, and communities heal and thrive in the face of one of the most devastating public health crises of our time. As our organization grows and evolves to meet the needs of our clients and communities, we’re seeking passionate, empathic individuals to help us make an impact. With your help, we can turn the tide on substance use disorder.

 

Who We're Looking For

A successful Assessor enjoys working with people from diverse backgrounds and doesn’t shy away from honest and caring — yet sometimes difficult — conversations. This position is for you if you’re able to treat others with dignity, compassion, and respect, even in life’s most challenging moments.

 

What You'll Do At Gaudenzia

 

• Be responsible for level of care (LOC) assessments for individuals seeking treatment, as identified by program requirements and in accordance with state regulations.

• Complete required evaluations and assessments, including screening, intake, clinical assessments, American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) and biopsychosocial histories.

• Complete face-to-face, virtual, and/or telephonic interviews with individuals presenting for LOC assessment and/or admission to the appropriate program.

• Accurately document assessment/intake records, records of referral, and funding source approvals/authorizations, and diagnosis within the electronic health record’s (EHR) system.

• Document all case management and clinical services required by the Single County Authority (SCA), into the Pennsylvania Web Infrastructure for Treatment Services (PA WITS) system and within the company’s electronic health record’s system.

• Maintain accurate electronic records on each client and ensure the timely completion of tasks, based on current policy and procedure and the appropriate funding source requirements.

• Maintain proficiency in assessment, intake and level of care protocols, utilizing the ASAM criteria.

• Conduct admission funding reviews with relevant payor(s) and assist with completion of medical assistance (MA) applications, as needed.

• Participate in funding source reviews and make recommendations for treatment and lengths of stay as necessary for clients admitted to any of the Gaudenzia facilities.

• Coordinate with agency and community resources to ensure access to the most accurate and up-to-date interim services programs.

• Maintain accurate information for follow-up in the PA WITS system, along with the company’s electronic health records system.

• Establish and maintain positive relationships with funding, referral, and regulatory agencies.

• Follow up with clients after discharge based on regulatory guidelines and document appropriately in PA WITS and the agency’s EHR system. 

Qualifications

Pennsylvania Position Requirements:

 

Associate’s Degree with two years’ clinical experience

Bachelor’s degree with one-year clinical experience

 

Acceptable degrees include (but are not limited to): Social Work, Psychology, Addiction, Counseling, Health/Human Services, Criminal Justice, Education, Health Administration, Physical Therapy, and more.