Addiction Mental Health Assessor conducts initial and ongoing assessments of patients in Alcohol and Drug (AoD) addiction programs to determine mental health needs and establish care requirements. Provides initial treatment and refers clients to appropriate agencies/providers as needed. Being an Addiction Mental Health Assessor works with patients and families to develop appropriate chemical dependency service plans. Complies with standards in the area of evaluation, assessment, treatment, and service delivery to clients. Additionally, Addiction Mental Health Assessor requires certification as a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC) or similar. Typically requires a bachelor's degree. May require a state license to practice. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. Addiction Mental Health Assessor's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Job Summary :
The Division of Member and Provider Services is looking for a highly motivated individual to join our team as a Medical Eligibility Specialist (PAS Assessor).
This position is to determine medical eligibility for customers applying for the Arizona Long Term Care Services (ALTCS) program.
Comprehensive Pre-Admission Screenings (PAS) are completed during a face-to-face interview using a designated PAS instrument.
Work independently and drive either a state vehicle or their personal vehicle to home and institutional settings to complete interviews and / or obtain documentation.
Record actions taken on cases, maintains an electronic case file and updates the Health-e-Arizona Plus. A PAS Assessor may also be required to conduct financial eligibility interviews, complete applications and other forms and obtain verification of eligibility factors to determine the customer's initial and ongoing financial eligibility and share of cost.
Job Duties :
Major duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to :
Drives a state or personal vehicle to conduct comprehensive interactive pre-admission screenings (initial and reassessments) utilizing HEAplus on all age groups in both institutional and community settings.
Explains benefits, eligibility requirements and rights and responsibilities to customers.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs) :
Knowledge :
Skills :
Abilities :
Qualifications : Minimum :
Minimum :
3 years of experience providing social service case management that includes individual planning and delivery of health care services;
OR Graduation from an accredited school of nursing, with an active Arizona RN license; OR a Bachelors or Master's degree with a major in Social Work, Rehabilitation, Counseling, Education, Sociology, Psychology, Nursing or other closely related field and 2 years of experience providing social service case management.
Preferred :
Bilingual (Spanish) a plus but not required (All offices other than Chinle).
Pre-Employment Requirements :
12.) AND have an acceptable driving record for the last 39 months including no DUI, suspension or revocations and less than 8 points on your license.
Employees may be required to use their own transportation as well as maintaining valid motor vehicle insurance and current Arizona vehicle registration;
however, mileage will be reimbursed.
Benefits :
Among the many benefits of a career with the State of Arizona, there are :
Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here.
Last updated : 2024-04-20