Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW only) Position Available In South Central Connecticut Planning Region, Connecticut

Job Description:

Description Offering a $5,000 Sign on Bonus! In 2025, BenchmarkHuman Services celebrates 65 Years of Stories ! Since 1960,Benchmark has been empowering marginalized populations to see theirpotential. We are committed to realizing the full potential of

EVERYONE

– those we serve, our partners and vendors, and ouremployees, who bring our mission to life each day. We activelystrive to be a workplace that honors the unique experiences of ouremployees. Benchmark believes we are stronger, better, moreeffective in our pursuits when we are diverse; when we areequitable; and when we create space for everyone to be theirauthentic selves. Join Benchmark Human Services as a LicensedClinical Social Worker (LCSW) ! Benchmark is involved in allaspects of care for the youngest among us—from overseeing regionalprograms to providing hands-on services through federal and stateprograms. Children’s Services help babies and toddlers withdisabilities or delays learn new skills that typically developduring the first three years of life including physical, cognitive,social/emotional, and communication skills. Our Licensed ClinicalSocial Worker (LCSW) will conduct evaluations and assessments,participate in Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP)development and implementation, monitor outcomes as a member of theteam, and provide EI supports to families for the benefit of thechild. This could be a part-time or full-tim e position. Servicelocation includes East Haven, New Haven, & West Haven

GENERALRESPONSIBILITIES

Conducts evaluations and assessments Participatesin IFSP development and implementation Monitors outcomes as amember of the team Provides EI supports to families for the benefitof the child

BENEFITS

Competitive wages Sign on Bonus $5,000Health, Dental and Vision Insurance 401k plan with company matchPaid Time Off and Sick Time Pay Life Insurance Profit SharingEmployee discounts with various vendors Flexible Spending AccountsTuition Reimbursement Flexible Schedules Referral Bonuses

ESSENTIALFUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Comply with all Federal and Stateregulations, including those outlined in the Connecticut Birth toThree Program Regulations. Administer evaluations and assessments.

Develop rapport with children, families, and team members topromote a healthy learning environment. Develop joint plan withfamily and recommend strategies utilizing evidence-based practicesand following the Natural Learning Environment Practices. ImplementIFSP for enrolled families and recommend frequency of servicesbased on child development status and family priorities andconcerns. Provide families with information, skills and supportrelated to enhancing their child’s development. Utilize thecoaching model and natural environment teaching. Participate inBirth to Three sponsored trainings, meetings and learningopportunities as appropriate. Complete Birth to Three ServiceCoordinator Modules and function as the Service Coordinator asneeded. Comply with all standards to assure the health and safetyof all staff and individuals we serve.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ANDABILITIES

Excellent organization and time management skills.

Strong communication skills. Respectful to others and ability tocollaborate well with team. Knowledge of Connecticut’s Birth toThree early intervention program and best practices for earlyintervention service delivery.

QUALIFICATIONS

Master’s Degree orDoctorate of Social Work Licensed by Department of Public Health.

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) license required ValidConnecticut driver’s license. Confident in adapting to variouslearning styles to meet the needs of each child and theirindividualized treatment plan One year of experience working withchildren in early intervention preferred Demonstrates a commitmentto Natural Learning Environment Practices. If interested applyon-line at www.

BenchmarkHS.com/Careers. Benchmark Human Services isan EOE/AAP Employer. Veterans, women, and individuals withdisabilities are encouraged to apply. Benchmark has providedservices for 65 years. Learn more about our 65th anniversarycelebration: 65 Years of Stories . INDLPC