Licensed Clinician (LCSW, LPC)

Benchmark Human Services•Warner Robins, GA

About The Position

In 2025, Benchmark Human Services celebrates 65 Years of Stories! 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). Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), to join our team in the crisis support home for adolescents with IDD in Warner Robins, GA. The Clinician will provide case management services to the individuals who are residing in the crisis home. 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.

Requirements

Must be a licensed LCSW, LPC, LMSW, or LAPC
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

Nice To Haves

Experience working with individuals with mental illness, emotional disorders and substance related disorders preferred

Responsibilities

Provide all aspects of case management including, but not limited to, facilitating referrals, coordinating intake and discharge, follow-ups with stakeholders, etc.
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.