Trauma-Focused Assessment Expert

1 week ago


Belleville, Illinois, United States Northern Illinois University Full time
Trauma-Focused Assessment Expert

We are seeking a skilled Trauma-Focused Assessment Expert to join our team at Northern Illinois University. As a Clinical Screener, you will conduct specialized assessments of children in substitute care and their former guardians.

Your expertise will be crucial in developing diagnostic impressions based on DSM-5 criteria, estimating violence potential, and assessing parenting capacity. You will complete specialized reports that inform treatment planning and develop permanency plans for children.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in trauma-focused assessments, child development, and empirically supported clinical practices. If you are passionate about ensuring the well-being and safety of our youth, we encourage you to apply.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Conduct highly specialized trauma-focused assessments to develop diagnostic impressions.
  • Conduct early childhood developmental screenings and other assessments of abused and neglected children.
  • Assess youth to inform recommendations for treatment, including the appropriate level of care.
  • Determine the level of substance abuse intervention required through diagnostic assessments.
  • Evaluate parenting capacity and determine necessary interventions.
  • Assess interpersonal violence and provide recommendations for interventions as needed.
  • Write comprehensive forensic reports, integrating assessment information, case file review, and documentation.
  • Complete clinical documentation and share with relevant entities and supervisors.
  • Lead IDCFS clinical meetings, such as family meetings, report staffing, priority clinical staffing, and CIPP meetings.
Requirements:
  • Current Illinois LCSW, LCPC, LMFT, or Licensed Clinical Psychologist.
  • Masters Degree from a related field (e.g., psychology, social work, counseling).
  • Three years of relevant clinical experience.
  • A working knowledge of DSM-5 diagnostic criteria.
  • Knowledge of empirically supported clinical practices.
  • Understanding of social, emotional, and physical development across the lifespan.
  • Ability to make risk determinations for self-harm or violence.

Estimated Salary: $80,000 - $100,000 per year



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