Job Overview:

• Knowledge of counseling theories, therapies and techniques, as used in individual, family and group treatment, as well as principles of social welfare are required.
• Knowledge of evidence based behavioral health methods and techniques used in individual, family and group therapy as related to mental health and/or substance abuse issues in a primary care setting.
• Knowledge of normative changes (e.g., sensory, cognitive, psychosocial) associated with aging and older adulthood.
• Proficiency in assessing for behavioral health challenges in frail, high-risk older adults.
• Knowledge of advance care planning and palliative care, and related skill in addressing advance care planning with patients and/or their family systems.
• Ethical practice behavior consistent with policies and professional standards.
• Skill in communication with and psychosocial support of patients with cognitive impairment.
• Skill in psychosocial interventions with challenged caregivers/family systems of high-risk patients.
• Appropriate utilization of community-based resources
• Demonstrated ability to effectively and sensitively provide care to people from different cultural groups.
• Proficiency in written communication: documentation is clear, concise, and accurate, provides meaningful communication and is consistent with policy and regulatory requirements.
• Teamwork skills in care coordination with patients, family systems, staff and external providers.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and critical thinking skills are required.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE CRITERIA:

• CSW required.
• Bachelor degree in Social Work required.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in working with behavioral health clients providing direct evidence based assessment, diagnosis formulation, treatment planning, treatment intervention and education to patients and/or family members.
• Ability to work autonomously is required.
• Registration in State may be required if applicable.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Patient demographics:

• Older adults

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Jacksonville, FL 32225: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person