Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)

Description

Since 1960, Benchmark has been connecting people and potential. We are committed to empowering those we serve to live as independently as possible, be included in their communities, and reach their full potential. This mission extends to our employees, who bring our mission to life each day. We actively strive to be a workplace that honors the unique experiences, perspectives, and strengths of our employees. We believe we are stronger, better, and more effective in our pursuits when we create space for everyone to be their authentic selves.

Benchmark Human Services has grown to become one of the most respected leaders in the country in the areas of intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and behavioral health. We work with people of all ages at home, at work, and in the community through residential programs, employment services, crisis response, early intervention, and more. View our 65 Years of Stories campaign to learn more about the impact Benchmark employees have made across the country.

Our California Active Consulting team in LA County, CA is currently recruiting for a Licensed Clinical Social Worker ( LCSW ) to provide direct services and support to individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) and/or mental health diagnoses in crisis or at risk of inpatient placement, involvement with law enforcement, potential harm to themselves or others, or loss of residential/home placement due to severe behavioral and/or psychiatric related issues.

Benefits:

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

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Provide clinical recommendations and training to participating providers, caregivers, family members and others involved in the individuals care and treatment.
• Assist providers with development, implementation, and monitoring of Person-Centered Plans, Behavior Support Plans, Mental Health Treatment Plans and Crisis Safety Plans.
• Provide individual and programmatic, best-practice recommendations and training to participating providers and assist providers with implementation of best-practice protocols through consultation and training.
• Complete agency and individual assessments to guide subsequent clinical interventions.
• Serve as a member of the Active Consulting Team.
• Participate in provider wraparound or consultation meetings by reporting assessment results and offering rationale for best practice recommendations in areas of expertise.
• Facilitate referrals quickly to prevent escalation of crisis.
• Establish formal and informal collaboration with provider agencies, payers, project and community stakeholders.
• Establish and maintain record keeping functions; integration with EHR and other applicable data systems.
• Complete necessary documentation in a timely manner to facilitate reimbursement through primary funding sources.
• Develop and implement safety plans as appropriate.
• Report any suspected abuse, neglect or exploitation in accordance with state rules and regulations and company policy
• Provide clinical supervision to mental health practitioners, interns and individuals requiring post graduate licensure per state statutes.
• Develop content and deliver in-person or virtual training to IDD/BH providers and community members on best practice crisis prevention measures i.e. behavioral supports, proactive strategies, triggers, staff interventions, replacement behaviors, etc

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of California Department of Developmental Services (DDS) and Mental Health Services Division (MHSD) regulations and standards;
• Knowledge of California Regional Centers regulations and standards;
• Knowledge of health care privacy and confidentiality rules;
• Knowledge of person-centered care and support for individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities and/or co-occurring mental health diagnoses.

Qualifications:

Minimum:

• Current California Licensure as LCSW;
• Maintain professional license in good standing with applicable licensing board(s);
• Valid BLS CPR and Basic First Aid certification:
• Crisis de-escalation verbal skills and physical management training certificate, i.e., Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) certification
• Two years' experience providing case management services to individuals with IDD and/or Behavioral Heath diagnoses
• Valid driver's license and auto insurance;
• Must be computer literate

Preferred:

• Fluent bilingual speaker in one or more of the following languages: (English/Spanish; English/Mandarin; English/Korean; English/Tagalog).
• Two years' experience working with individuals diagnosed with IDD and behavioral and mental health diagnoses;
• Experience working with individuals in crisis in community settings, i.e., residence, school, jobsite, etc.;
• Working knowledge of the California DDS, MHSD and Regional Centers service systems

We'd love to see your application! Apply online today at Human Services is an EOE/AAP Employer. Veterans, women, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

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