JOB TITLE: Child/Youth Mental Health Liaison
PROGRAMS: All JFS Programs
POPULATION SERVED: Children, Adolescents, Adults, and Families
FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

POSITION SUMMARY

The Child/Youth Mental Health Liaison, under the direction and supervision of the Director of Programs and Services, will strengthen the mental health and well-being of children, youth, families, and community members within the Greater Charlotte Jewish community. This position will serve as a bridge between Jewish Family Services (JFS) and community partners providing a range of mental health prevention and intervention services including direct therapeutic services, staff training and consultation, parent workshops, and social-emotional learning education. 

EMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATION

The Child/Youth Mental Health Liaison is a full-time, non-exempt position. Some weekend and evening hours required. 

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Community Engagement, Clinical Services, and Mental Health Prevention/Education:

  • Serve as an embedded clinician within Jewish Institutional Partners, integrating mental health expertise across Community Engagement, Clinical Services, and Mental Health Prevention/Education initiatives.
  • Develop and maintain strong partnerships with Jewish community organizations to provide responsive mental health support.
  • Deliver trainings, workshops, and consultations for educators, clergy, youth leaders, staff, and other stakeholders in the Jewish community to strengthen their ability to support children and families.
  • Create and lead parent education workshops focused on child development, parenting strategies, resilience, and mental health awareness.
  • Provide classroom-based and group social-emotional learning programs to support healthy development of children and youth.
  • Offer direct clinical services, including assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, and evidence-based therapy for children, adolescents, and families.
  • Collaborate with JFS staff to ensure seamless integration of mental health services across programs.
  • Provide crisis intervention, consultation, and referral services as needed.
  • Participate in outreach efforts, community events, and educational programs to enhance awareness and reduce stigma around mental health.
  • Maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation in accordance with JFS and insurance requirements.

KNOWLEDGE OF

  • NASW Code of Ethics and best practices in clinical social work.
  • Bio-psychosocial approaches to evaluating individuals and families.
  • Principles of psychology, social work, child development, and family systems.
  • Evidence-based mental health assessment, diagnosis, and treatment.
  • Crisis intervention and management strategies.
  • Needs assessment techniques and tools.
  • Problem-solving and conflict resolution methods.
  • Insurance documentation standards and guidelines.
  • Individual, group, couples, and family therapy practices.

DEMONSTRATED SKILLS

  • Commitment to upholding the NASW Code of Ethics in all professional practices.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to establish and maintain professional relationships and appropriate boundaries with clients, families, staff, and community partners.
  • Effective planning, organizational, and program management skills.
  • Strong time management skills with ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
  • Capacity to work independently while also contributing to a collaborative team environment.
  • Ability to develop, implement, and evaluate client and program goals.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, or related clinical field from an accredited college or university.
  • Current North Carolina licensure as an LCSW, LCSW-A, or equivalent Master’s-level licensure accepted by insurance payers. 
  • Minimum of two (2) years of verified, full-time, post-graduate experience providing direct mental health services to children, adolescents, and families preferred.
  • Strong knowledge of child and adolescent development and family systems.
  • Experience delivering community-based trainings or workshops preferred.
  • Familiarity with the Jewish community and/or cultural sensitivity to diverse religious and cultural backgrounds strongly preferred.

Interested applicants should email their resume to rachel.green@jfscharlotte.org.