D185 - IDD-CSDC - Clinician Licensed, Crisis

Licensed Clinician Position - CSDC   Company Overview: At River Edge Behavioral Health in Macon, GA, employees are expected to develop meaningful relationships with patients, establishing trust and making a difference in the lives of clients and their families. We believe in supporting our team as well as our clients with our comprehensive benefits package and a supportive work culture, including health, dental, and vision benefits, paid vacation, retirement plans, and more.   Position Overview: As a Licensed Clinician, the individual hired is responsible for providing clinical and related services to clients of the center utilizing appropriate culturally competent, evidence-based practices and policies. You will assist in diagnosing and creating a treatment plan for all clients. You will be a critical part of the client’s treatment program and assure them they adhere to the guidelines of the facility’s programming.   Location/Schedule: 750 Hazel Street, Macon, GA – 36-hour 3–12-hour shifts between Sunday-Saturday and Every Other Weekend.   Key Responsibilities: Conduct psychosocial assessments, develop treatment plans, monitor progress, and coordinate discharge planning. Perform commitment evaluations and execute orders for involuntary commitments in accordance with clinical standards. Serve as a client advocate to coordinate services and respond to crisis situations. Refer clients and families to community resources such as financial assistance, legal aid, housing, employment, and educational services. Facilitate support groups and provide family education to promote understanding and support of the client. Identify environmental and social barriers impacting client progress through interviews and record reviews. Conduct clinical assessments to evaluate behavioral health needs of individuals receiving services.   Required Qualifications: Fully licensed in one of the following: LAPC, LMSW, LAMFT, LMFT, LPC, or LCSW. Master’s degree in a social services field (e.g., Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, Human Services) or a related discipline. Minimum of one (1) year post-master’s experience providing mental health and/or substance abuse services. At least one (1) year of case management experience, preferably in community-based settings and/or within the criminal justice system. Demonstrated knowledge and experience working with the chronically mentally ill population.