What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clinician I -Mental Health position at JCFS Chicago?
The Clinician I will provide direct individual, family, and group therapy to youth & adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities and their families in need of mental health and psychoeducational services and supports.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities And Other Characteristics
Time off: Paid time off varies by position - includes vacation days, sick days, paid federal holidays, and paid Jewish holidays.
Benefit eligibility begins when working full time including - Medical, dental, and vision insurance. 401(k) with base contribution and match. Additional health and wellness benefits, financial benefits, professional training, tuition reimbursement, 6 weeks paid parental leave, and much more.
Compensation: The minimum compensation for this position is starting at $60,050 annually. Final compensation will be determined based on experience.
Jewish Child and Family Services is an Equal Employment Opportunity (“EEO”) employer. JCFS prohibits illegal discrimination and harassment and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, disability, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, source of income, housing status, military service or discharge status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other protected category established by law, statute or ordinance. Accredited by COA, Charter member of CWLA, licensed by DCFS.
Please visit us at http://www.jcfs.org to apply. Please submit a cover letter and resume to be considered for this exciting opportunity.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities And Other Characteristics
- Carries a caseload where services provided include individual, family, and group treatment modalities both in-person and via telehealth platforms.
- Performs the full range of clinical duties, including the gathering information for the formulation of assessment and treatment plans, and implementation of the treatment for routine and complex cases.
- Consults and communicates regularly with clients’ service provider teams and/or support network.
- Formulates understanding of clients’ situations, adapts therapeutic tools and practice to meet clients’ needs, with supervisory consultation.
- Develops, implements and adapts skills in providing appropriate services, increasing responsibility for the appraisal of the effectiveness of own work through reflection and completion of all outcome measures documentation and treatment plans.
- Performs record keeping functions and other administrative duties as required by the Agency especially written treatment documentation within the required time frames.
- Participates in agency staff development programs, professional group seminars, committees or conferences to increase professional knowledge.
- Collaborates with other agency personnel, supervisor, appropriate specialists or consultants on specific case related problems.
- Participates in weekly supervision.
- Participates in Utilization Review.
- Knowledge of and ability to provide services and billing under Medicaid Rule 132 as a Qualified Mental Health Professional highly desirable, and/or willingness to learn.
- Represent JCFS and its programs in a positive manner to both internal and external contacts.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Self-reflective; someone who takes an active role in appraising own effectiveness.
- Interpersonally flexible and adaptable; able to shift gears based on situation or changing priorities.
- Efficient and effective time management skills.
- Independent with demonstrated use of sound judgement.
- Demonstrated ability to set and reflect on boundaries
- Demonstrated ability to remain calm in high-stress situations while maintaining an understanding and supportive demeanor.
- A Master’s Degree in Social Work from an accredited program.
- Knowledge of or experience working with adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities.
- Two of more years of related work experience.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule required including evening hours.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office products.
- This position may occasionally require visits to locations which may or may not be access by public transportation.
- Reliable transportation
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW).
Time off: Paid time off varies by position - includes vacation days, sick days, paid federal holidays, and paid Jewish holidays.
Benefit eligibility begins when working full time including - Medical, dental, and vision insurance. 401(k) with base contribution and match. Additional health and wellness benefits, financial benefits, professional training, tuition reimbursement, 6 weeks paid parental leave, and much more.
Compensation: The minimum compensation for this position is starting at $60,050 annually. Final compensation will be determined based on experience.
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship*.
Jewish Child and Family Services is an Equal Employment Opportunity (“EEO”) employer. JCFS prohibits illegal discrimination and harassment and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, disability, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, source of income, housing status, military service or discharge status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other protected category established by law, statute or ordinance. Accredited by COA, Charter member of CWLA, licensed by DCFS.
Please visit us at http://www.jcfs.org to apply. Please submit a cover letter and resume to be considered for this exciting opportunity.