Assessment Clinician at Compass Health Network in St. Louis, Missouri

Job Description:

Compensation: $36.29-$39.29/hour Dependent on Licensure

Due to critical service need of the communities we serve, we are offering a $4,000 sign-on bonus.* We are eager to continue to provide quality and compassionate care in our service areas and need you to make this happen!

This is a full-time, benefit eligible position.

The Client Access (CAS) is responsible for assuring all referrals are responded to in a timely manner, screened for eligibility, and admitted to the CMHC program. The CAS works closely with the Community Support program regarding referrals and admissions, the coordination of admission dates, and the assignment to a Community Support Team. The CAS works closely with DM3700 and ERE Outreach Specialists to ensure timely admission of outreach clients into CPRC services. The CAS also works closely with other agency programs, such as the clinic, Healthcare Home, Intensive Residential, Psychosocial Rehabilitation and therapy, to develop policies to provide increased service delivery from the point of admission into the agency. When applicable, CAS markets Adapt CMHC services to prospective clients, families, and referral sources.

Essential Responsibilities

• Responds to all referral calls in a timely manner to screen for eligibility into the Adapt program and provides appropriate community referrals when needed


• Performs job duties with an efficient use of time based on client's needs


• Administers assessment tools to incoming and current clients


• Uses appropriate assessment tools to determine recommended services for clients.


• Conducts mental health diagnostic assessments to determine appropriate diagnosis of client and ensure eligibility for CPRC services


• Conducts clinical mental health assessment interviews


• Consults with appropriate management staff to assure all admissions are assigned to a Community Support Team immediately upon completion of assessment


• Completes Individualized Recovery Plans for all new clients


• Coordinates with DM3700 and ER Enhancement Outreach Specialists to ensure timely admission of outreach clients into CPRC services


• Completes required documentation according to agency and state regulations


• Notifies Health Care Home Team of all admitted clients for assessment of Health Care Home program eligibility


• Distributes information and makes presentations regarding CMHC program including marketing materials to potential referral sources


• Provides referrals as needed if the agency is unable to provide a particular service


• Maintains agreed upon level of customer care requirements

Master's degree in counseling, social work, or psychology required

At least one (1) year experience preferred and working knowledge of DSM-5 required.

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION: PLPC, LPC, LMSW or LCSW required.

Adapt of Missouri (AOM) was founded in 1982 and provides community support, psychosocial rehabilitation & other services for adults living with a mental health disorder in the St. Louis metropolitan area. AOM became a partner organization of Compass Health Network in March, 2022.

AOM maintains for-profit status. More information about AOM and services can be found at

Why join us?

We believe some of the most passionate people in the world work here. Our dedicated and talented staff are our most valuable asset. We strive to provide a work environment and services that are inclusive for our patients and our employees.

At AOM/Compass Health Network, these are just a few of the benefits that we offer as an organization:

• Competitive benefits


• Advancement opportunities


• Professional development


• Licensure supervision


• Mentor opportunities


• Tuition reimbursement


• Scholarship program


• Employee Assistance Program


• Headspace Access


• Paid time off & Paid Holidays

We welcome inquiries from qualified individuals who want to be part of a team of hardworking, dedicated and compassionate employees whose work helps us aspire to our vision of full, healthy, productive lives for everyone. We look forward to meeting you!

*Signing bonuses paid as per bonus policy; exclusions may apply.

Compass Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and an E-Verify participant.