The LICSW will provide supervision of case management staff, oversee coordination of services for a homeless adults with mental illness, substance abuse, co-occurring disorders, AIDS, and chronic disabilities. LICSW and related experience with supportive housing and/or Knowledge of local homeless, mental health, primary healthcare, AIDS and chemical dependency service system necessary. The position requires well-grounded clinical skills especially in the areas of assessment, crisis intervention and other related treatment modalities. Up to 10 hours per week. Must be licensed in the District of Columbia.
Community Family Life Services (CFLS) works to achieve its goals through a web of interconnected services in three major areas: Housing Services; Supportive Services; and Youth Development & Advocacy. Housing Services provides service-enriched transitional and permanent housing for families at several locations throughout Washington, DC. Specialized programs focus on persons living with HIV/AIDS, homeless families, families seeking reunification, and people with a dual diagnosis of mental illness and addiction, among others. The Emergency Community Services Program provides emergency food and clothing assistance; regularly delivered food and “telephone buddies” to homebound elderly citizens. Employment & Job Training staff provides employment counseling, assistance in finding jobs, resume writing, interviewing, and job placement. We also offer referrals to training programs and other educational opportunities. CFLS’ Youth Development & Advocacy department provides after-school tutoring and advocacy as well as a summer camp for middle school aged children.
Community Family Life Services