Older Adult Mental Health Specialist - Jewish Family Services of Western New York

WHY JOIN JFS?
For more than 150 years, Jewish Family Services of Western New York has been committed to providing high quality services to all in need in the interest of helping to "repair the world." Our services are guided by the essential connection between mental well-being, physical wellness, and positive self-worth. Our reputation is the result of our exceptional staff. In addition to offering competitive compensation and truly exceptional benefits, we are committed to providing a supportive, inclusive work environment in which all employees are able to contribute their best.

OUR VALUES
Be a Mensch - A person who is ethical, decent, and admirable. It's someone who acts with integrity and honor, often showing kindness and consideration towards others. Being called a Mensch is a compliment suggesting that one's character is upright, responsible, and morally sound.
Be Person-Centered - Meeting individuals where they are at.
Be Culturally Responsive - Creating purpose-built spaces and programs for our clients that respect their culture.
Be Resolute - Tenacity, solution-seeking, and getting stuff done.

WHAT YOU'LL DO
The Older Adult Diagnostician provides mental health assessment and linkage to appropriate community resources to individuals referred by Erie County Senior Services including Mental Health Counseling, Case Management, and Peer Supports based on individual request and need.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough assessments of older adults to evaluate their mental health status, including screening for mood disorders, anxiety disorders, and other psychiatric conditions to provide a DSM-V/ICD 10 diagnosis for each client.
• Utilize standardized assessment tools, clinical interviews, and collateral information from caregivers or family members to gather comprehensive data.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals and interdisciplinary teams to provide linkage to appropriate community resources and services.
• Communicate assessment findings clearly and effectively to client and referral source(s) to insure effective services delivery and linkages
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation, including all electronic record systems.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

• Master's Degree from a recognized Graduate School of Social Work or Mental Health Counseling
• NYS Certification as follows LMSW, LMHC, LCSW, LCSW-R
• Demonstrates knowledge upon which direct service and clinical advisement is based.
• Knowledge and experience with evidence-based practices including trauma informed care framework desirable.
• Ability to work effectively with people of diverse cultures, ages and economic backgrounds in a culturally responsive and sensitive manner.
• Experience working with clients that are affected by behavioral health issues.
• Awareness of and engagement with community resources and supports for older adults
• Possess strong verbal communication skills required to effectively interact with a broad range of individuals.
• Excellent written communications skills required to maintain quality documentation.
• Computer proficiency and ability to effectively utilize medical record systems.

This position requires travel between sites and therefore, you must have a reliable vehicle, valid New York State driver's license, and auto liability insurance in the amount of $100,000/$300,000. Also, if hired, you must produce evidence of having received the Covid-19 vaccination.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive salary range of $49,000 to $62,000 per year, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• Benefits such as health insurance (Independent Health), accrued Paid Time Off (PTO) of 6+ weeks, 401k retirement plan with company match, and 13+ observed holidays.
• Reduced full-time work week of 35 hours and early close on Fridays.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.
• The chance to make meaningful impact in a dynamic and forward-thinking organization.

The above pay range is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, background, knowledge, skills, and abilities.

ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?
If this sounds like the opportunity that you've been looking for, please apply today by completing our application located at https://jfsbuffalo.applicantpro.com/jobsbyorganization/. Please provide a resume and cover letter along with your application.

Jewish Family Services of Western New York is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.