Clinical Assessor​/Counselor

Life Anew Behavioral Health

Job Title: Clinical Assessor / Counselor

Category: Billable Hour Specialist

Department/Group: Clinical

Normal

Hours:

Various

Location: Cleveland, Akron, Columbus, & Cincinnati

Travel Required: Yes

Level/Salary Range: $30.00–$50.00 per hour

Position Type: Part‑Time (Minimum 20 billable hours/week) or Full‑Time (Minimum 30 billable hours/week)

• Flexible schedule
• Training & development

The Clinical Assessor / Counselor will report directly to the Director of Clinical Counseling and Assessment. The position involves meeting with clients individually or in groups at least once per week, in person or via telehealth, and utilizing therapeutic modalities to address common mental health diagnoses.

• Provide counseling and support to individuals and groups experiencing behavioral health challenges.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans tailored to client needs.
• Collaborate with clients to establish treatment goals, objectives, and measurable milestones.
• Prepare accurate and timely progress reports, correspondence, and documentation for relevant stakeholders.
• Educate individuals, families, and groups on behavioral health conditions, treatment options, and prevention strategies.
• Facilitate referrals to appropriate healthcare providers or counseling professionals when necessary.
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date, and Medicaid‑compliant clinical documentation.
• Manage and maintain a consistent caseload of a minimum of 10 clients.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Clinical Counseling and Assessment.

• Minimum of 2+ years of experience in clinical counseling, case management, clinical documentation, accessing and utilizing community resources, diagnostics and treatment planning.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems.
• Experience completing Medicaid‑billable progress notes.
• Demonstrated skills in conflict resolution and crisis management.
• Compassionate, empathetic, and client‑centered approach to care.
• Strong ability to build rapport and maintain positive relationships with clients.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of DSM‑5 diagnostic criteria.
• Must have experience doing Diagnostic Assessments and Treatment planning.
• Reliable transportation, a valid driver’s license with fewer than 4 points, and proof of insurance.
• Minimum of bachelor’s degree in social work or counseling.
• Must have minimum of LPC, LPCC, LPCC‑S, LSW, LISW, LISW‑S.

This is a remote position.