Mental Health Clinician

Benchmark Human Services-IN•Fort Wayne, IN

23h•$70,000 - $75,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Our Family Preservation program provides short-term, family-focused services designed to assist families in crisis by improving parenting and family function while keeping children safe. The clinical services are based on the family’s needs. No arbitrary productivity requirements. Full time position available. We are currently looking for a Licensed or License-Eligible Clinician (LCSW, LMSW, LPC, LMFT, LMHC, etc.) to serve on our Family Preservation team. Position would cover Region 2 of Indiana. Counties listed here: DCS: Local DCS Offices The Mental Health Clinician would be working with the family in their home, using key skills such as compassion, listening skills, therapy, and counseling techniques, and evidence-based practices such as 123 Magic, Motivational interviewing, and Trauma-Focused CBT. In person & In home setting with the option to conduct some services via Telehealth 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. Why Benchmark: Scheduling autonomy: Option to conduct services via telehealth Healthy work/life balance Training + learning opportunities for new grads: Supervision We help you get your license Passion and love of social work restored for experienced social workers/counselors

Requirements

Licensed or (license eligible) Clinical Social Worker in the State of Indiana.
Licensed or (license eligible) Mental Health Counselor in the State of Indiana
Must have an independent unrestricted license to work in the State of Indiana
Child welfare experience
Professional connections/relationships with DCS in the region you will be working

Responsibilities

Serve as an integral member of a team where the safety and well-being of children, adolescents, adults, and all members of the family unit is paramount.
Establish and maintain routine collaborative meetings with community partners to promote partnerships
Provide clinical services to individuals and families in their homes to promote healthy development for children, adolescents, parents, and extended family.
Support, advocate, and link families to community resources to foster self-sufficiency while building on community connections and groups.
Participate in the development and implementation of a comprehensive individualized initial assessment and all service plans with goals and objectives
Flexible schedule to provide clinical services, case management, and comprehensive care of treatment to families on your caseload.
Provide on-call support for all assigned individuals and families.