Licensed Clinical Staff (LCSW, LMFT or LPC)

Benchmark Human Services•Savannah, GA

4h•$65,500 - $80,500•Onsite

About The Position

Benchmark Human Services is seeking a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) or a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) to join our Blended Mobile Crisis team in providing crisis support services to individuals in our community who are experiencing a behavioral health crisis. Our clinicians are dispatched into the community to respond to crisis calls in region 5 of GA. Benchmark has been empowering marginalized populations to see their potential since 1960 and is committed to realizing the full potential of EVERYONE. We actively strive to be a workplace that honors the unique experiences of our employees and believe we are stronger, better, more effective in our pursuits when we are diverse, equitable, and create space for everyone to be their authentic selves. We provide thorough training, great challenges, and even greater fulfillment as you help individuals reach their maximum potential.

Requirements

Current licenser as LCSW, LMFT or LPC
Valid Driver's license and Auto insurance
Must be willing to flex schedule accordingly to provide services, supports, care and treatment to individuals as required
Must be experienced and competent in profession and maintain any applicable license, training, or and certifications.

Responsibilities

Act as the onsite crisis team leader.
Respond immediately when dispatched on crisis responses and be present to provide supervision to staff.
Follow up with individual’s IDT to ensure that they adhere to the 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.
Develop discharge plan detailing the discontinuation from crisis support services.
Provide support to clients and staff working in the Georgia Mobile Crisis Support Program.