Licensed Clinician (LCSW, LPC)

Company: Benchmark Human Services
Location: Douglas, GA
Category: Crisis Response Services
Wage: n/a
Sign-On Bonus: n/a

Description:

Join Benchmark Human Services and positively impact the lives of other people! Benchmark is a national leader in providing services to individuals with intellectual developmental disabilities (IDD) and mental illness. We work with people at home, at work, and in the community providing crisis response.

Benchmark is looking for a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) to join our team in our crisis support homes for adults with IDD in Douglas, GA.

Since 1960, Benchmark has been empowering marginalized populations to see their potential. We are committed to realizing the full potential of EVERYONE – those we serve, our partners and vendors, and our employees, who bring our mission to life each day. We actively strive to be a workplace that honors the unique experiences of our employees. Benchmark believes we are stronger, better, more effective in our pursuits when we are diverse; when we are equitable; and when we create space for everyone to be their authentic selves.

BENEFITS:

Health, vision and dental insurance
Life insurance
Mileage reimbursement
401k plan with company match
Tuition reimbursement
Paid Time Off and Sick Time Pay
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Employee discounts with various vendors
Advancement opportunities

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provide support to clients and staff working in the Benchmark supports and crisis home.
Coordinate the short-term out-of-home placements with stakeholders.
Develop discharge plan detailing the discontinuation from crisis support services.
Follow up with individual’s IDT to ensure that they adhere to crisis-service-recommended support/services.
Assist in providing information to the mobile crisis team.
Facilitate referrals quickly to prevent escalation of crisis.
Establish and maintain record keeping functions; integration with CIS system.
Complete necessary documentation to facilitate reimbursement through primary funding sources.
Develop and implement safety plans as appropriate.
Report any suspected abuse, neglect or exploitation to supervisor or department head.
Must be willing to flex schedule accordingly to provide services, supports, care and treatment to individuals as required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Must be a licensed LCSW, LPC or LMFT
Valid CPR and First Aide Certification
Valid Driver’s License and Auto insurance
Must be computer literate
Must be willing to flex schedule accordingly
Must maintain any applicable license, training, and/or certifications
Experience working with individuals with mental illness, emotional disorders and substance related disorders preferred

We’d love to see your application! apply online at BenchmarkHS.com and select the Careers tab – Open Positions | Phone: 260-438-9303
Benchmark Human Services is an EOE/AAP Employer. Veterans, women, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

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