Geriatric Specialist

Who is LCMHA?

LCMHA (Lenawee Community Mental Health Authority) provides or manages a full array of services to adults and children with mental health and/or emotional disturbances, persons with substance use disorders, and persons with developmental disabilities. Our mission is to create a path to resilience, recovery, wellness, and self-determination for these individuals.

What would this job entail?

The Geriatric Specialist will:

• Provide direct mental health services to clients in the Geriatric Services Program, including assessment of mental health needs and case management services, including placement planning, advocacy, etc.;
• Conduct OBRA Assessments: psychosocial assessments, and summarize psychiatric assessments;
• Act as a consultant to local facilities, including hospitals, long-term nursing facilities, assisted living facilities, etc. regarding mental health in older adults and OBRA program regulation;
• Carry out additional duties as assigned by supervisor.

The qualifications for this position are:

• Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology or related field from an accredited program;
• Licensed or certified by the State of Michigan in social work, psychology, or other related behavioral health field.
• Specialized training or one-year of prior experience in gerontology.
• Experience with older adults in long-term care or mental health setting; knowledge of mental health system / aging services and being skilled in assessment of older adults, treatment, and consultation is desired.

Bi-lingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

Why work for LCMHA?

We have been around for over 40 years providing services to some of the most vulnerable members of the Lenawee County community. We feel a responsibility to identify needs and work with our community partners to identify solutions. We have been leaders in implementing system change.

The annualized salary range for this position is $50,368 to $39,585 per year (based on a 37-1/2 hour work week).

The benefits package includes:

• Health and vision insurance -- coverage starts on the first day of the month after being hired. Employees who have health insurance coverage elsewhere are given a health insurance opt-out payment.
• Dental insurance (at no cost) coverage starts on the first day of the month after being hired.
• Paid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick and personal leave benefits into one comprehensive plan, and begins as of the first day of employment. A newly hired full-time employee accrues 6.50 hours every two-week pay period (about 22-1/2 days for the first year). The number of hours an employee accrues is based on length of service; the hours accrued increases after one year, five years, and ten years of employment.
• Paid Holidays -- LCMHA observes 11-1/2 paid holidays per year; eligible for paid holidays as of the first day of employment.
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance / Life Insurance (at no cost) -- coverage starts on the 91st day of employment.
• Retirement Benefits participation starts on your first day of employment.

Current Openings for Geriatric Specialist Jobs at Lenawee Community Mental Health Authority