The Assessment Specialists will have interaction with various members of POWER as well as our clients, and will be expected to:
• Conduct screening interviews and make referrals to appropriate health and human services agencies as needed based on the outcome of the screening interview.
• Conduct confidential, quality assessments, that are gender-responsive and trauma-informed, utilizing ASAM criteria to determine the appropriate level of care. Assessments may be conducted in the community or at a POWER office.
• As a member of the POWER Central Intake team, using a strength-based and trauma-informed approach works collaboratively with clients and other treatment team members (internal and external) to help support clients in their treatment and recovery. Work closely with clients to engage them in the decision-making process and help them understand the benefits of the assessment and accessing the appropriate level of care as indicated.
• Based on the assessments, make referrals to the most appropriate programs and agencies in an effort to help clients access the right level of care to best meet their treatment needs. Communicate with referral sources and emergency contacts.
• Provides transportation for direct admission into a level of care at the time of the assessment, as needed.
• Complete paperwork requirements and maintain quality, up-to-date clinical records; including Outcomes Survey information and information for invoicing for services. Enter necessary information into POWER’s database/EMR system.