Licensed Social Worker (LMSW, LCSW, LPC)

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. If you're looking for a rewarding job helping people with disabilities become more independent and involved in their community, then Benchmark is the place for you!

Benchmark is looking for a Licensed Social Worker (Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Professional Counselor) to join our team in our Transitional Support Home Program for adults with IDD in Augusta, 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:

• Flexible Schedule (no set schedule)
• Health, Vision and Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• 401k plan with company match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid Time Off and Sick Time Pay
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Short term disability & critical illness time off
• Employee discounts with various vendors
• Advancement opportunities

Overview:

The Licensed Social Worker (LMSW, LCSW, or LPC) will serve as a member of the IDD Transitional Support Home team and is responsible for health and safety of individuals and to coordinate and provide their services. The Transitional Home is used as a measure of last resort for individuals in inpatient hospital facilities with no other community placement options. The goal is to stabilize the individual through nursing and behavioral supports while preparing for a permanent placement.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• The LMSW, LCSW, or LPC will 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:

• LMSW or LCSW or LPC
• Valid driver's license and auto insurance
• Must be experienced and competent in profession and maintain any applicable license, training, or and certifications.

If interested apply online at BenchmarkHS.com and select Careers - Open Positions OR contact me at sleppard@benchmarkhs.com | phone: 260-438-9303

Benchmark Human Services is an EOE / Affirmative Action Employer. Veterans, women and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

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