Assessor - Harrisburg Outpatient

Help Transform Lives Through Recovery and Hope

Are you compassionate, motivated, and dedicated to supporting individuals on their recovery journey? We are seeking an experienced (licensed or certified) and motivated Assessors to join our mission-driven organization, committed to helping individuals achieve lasting recovery and improved well-being.

Our mission is to promote long-term recovery by providing comprehensive treatment and support to people with substance use disorders, co-occurring mental health disorders, and related conditions, regardless of individual circumstances. We need hope-bringers and changemakers - because the work we all do matters. Join a team that shows up for each other as much as we show up for our clients. At Gaudenzia, your purpose fuels progress - for yourself and others.

As an Assessor you will play a vital role in empowering Individuals to overcome challenges, build resilience, and achieve meaningful recovery goals.

Gaudenzia's Mission: Gaudenzia's Mission is to promote long-term recovery by providing comprehensive treatment and support to people with substance use disorder, co-occurring mental health disorders, and related conditions, regardless of individual circumstances.

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or related field and with one-year clinical experience and must hold a professional license through DOS or be credentialed through PCB at the time of hire or being working toward licensure or certification with a completion date of no longer than 3 years after date of hire. The “working toward” certification must be evidenced by a log maintained in the employee file that includes hours worked/hours of supervision/ required training needed to qualify for full licensure or certification as per the PA Department of State or PCB. Said log will be monitored for compliance and evidence of active pursuit of credentialing will be monitored. 
• Minimum of 1–3 years of experience in behavioral health, intake, or assessment services 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Experience in behavioral health, mental health, or substance use treatment 
• Experience with level of care criteria (ASAM preferred)
• Knowledge of DSM-5 diagnoses and evidence-based practices

Essential Functions, Duties & Responsibilities

• Conduct biopsychosocial assessments, including mental health and substance use evaluations
• Perform risk assessments for suicide, self-harm, or harm to others
• Determine appropriate level of care using established criteria (e.g., ASAM, LOCUS, CALOCUS)
• Develop initial treatment recommendations and coordinate admissions when appropriate
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, including clinicians, nurses, and case managers
• Provide crisis intervention and stabilization support as needed
• Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation
• Educate clients and families about treatment options and available services
• Facilitate referrals to community resources and continuum of care services
• Ensure compliance with HIPAA, licensing, and accreditation standards

Skills

• Ability to operate electronic health record systems and accurately record
• Ability to perform client assessments
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Ability to make decisions in critical situations
• Ability to work with clients to gain confidence and cooperation
• Ability to successfully work with others from various cultures and backgrounds
• Ability to plan and organize work and prepare appropriate, accurate records and reports
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, staff, health care providers, outside agencies, institutions and the general public
• Skilled at using computers, including familiarity with Microsoft Office Suites, and EHR Systems

What We Offer: Competitive Pay - Excellent Benefits - On The Job Training - Upward mobility - Educational assistance to help you grow with us in this life saving field!

For additional details regarding our benefits, please visit: https://www.gaudenzia.org/careers/

Gaudenzia is proud to be an employer of choice - and a treatment provider of choice - in the substance use and co-occurring disorders treatment field. We work hard to foster an inclusive, supportive environment where our employees and clients always feel safe and welcome.

Come work with us!

Our Agency is committed to the principles of equal employment. We believe in fostering a positive work environment in which every employee is treated with respect. Our staff hiring and recruitment practices are grounded in fairness, transparency, and merit. All employment decisions are based on job-related qualifications, relevant skills, experience, and alignment with our mission and values. We actively recruit from a broad range of educational and professional backgrounds to attract the most qualified candidates, ensuring equal opportunity for all applicants without preference or discrimination. Our process uses consistent and clear evaluation criteria to support objective decision-making. By emphasizing accountability, efficiency, and integrity throughout every stage--from job posting to onboarding--we build a workforce defined by excellence, professionalism, and commitment to our shared purpose. Gaudenzia is dedicated to the fulfillment of this policy regarding all aspects of employment, including but not limited to recruiting, hiring, placement, transfer, training, promotion, rates of pay, and other compensation, termination, and all other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment.

$20.42-$22.00 per hour based upon experience