Clinician II Older Adult Field Access

Jewish Family & Career Services of Atlanta (JF&CS) offers best-in-class, person-centered programs and resources to transform lives. Building on our 125-year history, we are here to help individuals and families of all faiths live to their full potential. Guided by Jewish values, we are a welcoming community, and our experienced professionals bring integrity and compassion to their work in the fields of aging and older adults, career counseling, dentistry, mental health, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and need-based support services. We serve thousands of individuals annually regardless of age, race, religion, national origin or ability to pay.

Working at JF&CS:

At JF&CS, we hold these values close to our heart: Commitment and integrity, compassion and respect, innovation and collaboration, professionalism, and responsiveness to diverse needs. Guided by Jewish values, and voted a Top Workplace for 2022 by the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, we are a welcoming community of professionals passionate about making a difference in the community. For testimonials from staff on what it’s like being part of the JF&CS family, you can visit our Careers page.

Benefits:

• Up to 20 days paid time off per year
• Paid holidays
• Health, Vision, Dental Insurance
• 401(k) savings plan with employer matching
• Paid Parental Leave

JF&CS is now seeking a full-time Clinician II Older Adult Field Access.

PURPOSE:

The social worker, Clinician II Access will provide clinical services to agency clients, including working with adults, older adults, caregivers, and adults with disabilities. The Clinician will utilize varied treatment modalities and be willing to provide services in a variety of community locations including but not limited to the Dunwoody office and/or telehealth platforms. This position is focused on increasing services and access to services for Older Adults in the community.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct psycho-social, intake assessments
• Clinical counseling with older adults, caregivers, adults with disabilities
• Individual, conjoint, family and group psychotherapy
• Develop and conduct psycho-educational programs
• Assist with crisis intervention and emergency assistance (no on-call requirement)
• Complete documentation and related administrative duties within 36 hours of visit and/or timeframe defined by professional standards
• Complete a minimum of 18-22 encounters or visits/week
• Complete Credentialing process within first 30 days
• Work hours based on client demand
• Travel to home visits as needed
• Other duties as assigned

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Licensed Clinical Social Worker with experience as indicated above. Willingness to work with managed care referrals. Willingness to mentor. Ability to work as a member of a team. Able to use Microsoft Word and learn electronic medical record system. Conscientious and reliable. Self-starter and takes initiative. Able to independently maintain caseload. Good attention to detail. Meets deadlines.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit. The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

Requires own transportation.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

Fully licensed LCSW, LPC, or LMFT with a minimum of two (2) years’ experience in a similar practice setting and/or client, specifically older adults in community settings. Willingness to learn about Judaism and Jewish families.

Candidates who are selected for employment must successfully complete a pre-employment background screening as well as a pre-employment drug screening. Employment will be contingent upon the satisfactory completion of both the background check and the drug screening. Additionally, if applicable, tuberculosis testing (TB) and fingerprinting may also be required.  

JF&CS is an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We embrace our employees' unique qualities, which fuel interest, innovation, and business success. As an EEO employer, JF&CS will engage in interactive dialogue regarding any accommodation requested based on medical or religious considerations.