Assessment and Diagnostic Clinician
Listed on 2026-02-07
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Healthcare
Mental Health
Overview
Description
Summary: Odyssey House of Utah is a leading organization dedicated to providing comprehensive and compassionate care to individuals struggling with substance use disorders and behavioral health challenges. Our integrated approach combines evidence-based practices, clinical expertise, and a supportive environment to promote lasting recovery and overall well-being.
Are you ready to embark on a rewarding career journey where you can make a real difference? Your search ends here! We are actively seeking passionate professionals to join our team at multiple locations, offering a multitude of opportunities to support adolescents and adults in both inpatient and outpatient settings.
Job Location: Odyssey House Admissions Office
Compensation: $75,000/year - $85,0000/year
Full-Time Benefits Include:
- $9,000/year tuition eligibility
- Paid continuing education/training opportunities
- Monthly incentives and awards
- Casual dress and atmosphere
- Health insurance: medical, dental, vision, FSA, long & short-term disability
- Competitive 403b Match after 1 year
- Accrue up to 34 paid days off annually
- Wellness perk: convert ½ of unused sick time to vacation at year-end
- Sabbatical program after 5 years of service (we pay you to take a vacation!)
- On-demand pay – access earned wages early (conditions apply)
- Extra time off & gift packages for employees after 90 days
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health and more
The Assessment and Diagnostic Clinician is responsible for completing comprehensive clinical evaluations for clients entering Odyssey House, including adults, youth, parents with children, and clients with serious and persistent mental illness (SPMI). This role conducts diagnostic interviews using DSM-5 criteria, determines ASAM and LOCUS level of care, evaluates substance use and mental health severity, performs suicide and safety risk screening, and produces insurance ready documentation that meets medical necessity, authorization, and regulatory requirements.
The clinician participates in insurance peer to peer reviews as needed and works directly with courts and other external partners to provide clinically relevant information in a manner consistent with HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2.
This position is central to the quality and financial stability of the organization. It requires advanced diagnostic skill, strong clinical judgment, high attention to detail, and exceptional written communication in a high volume admissions environment.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities- Complete biopsychosocial and diagnostic assessments for all assigned admissions across the lifespan, including adults, youth, parents with children, and SPMI populations.
- Formulate DSM-5 diagnoses and document clear "as evidenced by" support aligned with payer and audit standards.
- Evaluate co-occurring disorders, trauma history, criminogenic needs, functional impairments, social determinants, and client strengths.
- Administer and interpret standardized tools including OQ-45.2, PHQ-9, GAD-7, ACE, C-SSRS, CANS, LSI:
R-SV and other funder or program required assessments.
- Complete ASAM assessments across all six dimensions using ASAM 3rd Edition criteria for substance use and co-occurring conditions.
- Complete LOCUS assessments when required to determine mental health level of care and document level of care recommendations.
- Recommend level of care with written justification tied to severity, function, risk, recovery environment, and payer criteria.
- Consult with admissions leadership and medical or psychiatric providers when diagnostic or level of care questions arise.
- Administer C-SSRS Screen at admission and initiate C-SSRS Since Last Visit versions as indicated.
- Develop Stanley Brown Safety Plans or Safety Plan Cards for clients with elevated suicide risk and ensure these are shared with receiving programs.
- Communicate high risk findings promptly to program leadership and participate in safety planning and disposition decisions.
- Produce timely,…
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