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Current JOB Openings
Youth Mental Health Clinician
POSITION SUMMARY:
Jewish Family Service of Cincinnati is seeking a licensed Mental Health Professional to join our Youth Mental Health program, a key initiative addressing the unmet mental health needs of youth, teens, and young adults. This role will provide counseling, care consultation, community education, and embedded support within community partner organizations. Clinicians will work directly with clients in office settings and deliver services including Youth Mental Health First Aid training and mental health interventions within youth-serving programs.
- Provide evidence informed clinical interventions to clients ages 5 to 30, and their parents/families.
- Develop individualized treatment/care plans with clients.
- Serve as an embedded mental health professional within community organizations.
- Provide mental health care consultation and counseling services while embedded in community organizations.
- Provide clinical support and assistance to encourage stakeholder use of Mental Health First Aid (training provided).
- Deliver educational programming that promotes mental wellness.
- Manage time, documentation, and tasks efficiently to meet required timelines.
- Track data and outcomes to determine program efficacy.
- Lead, coordinate, or collaborate with other initiatives and/or projects, as assigned.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- A master’s degree in a behavioral health field preferred.
- Active, or pending, LSW, LISW, PC, PCC, MFT or IMFT, required.
- At least 1-3 years of experience in mental health service planning/delivery with youth, teens, and/or young adults.
- Cultural knowledge of key populations served, including skills that support culturally competent communication and interactions.
- Ability to collaborate with community partners and support program efforts within a partner organization.
- Flexible work schedule offered, with some evening and weekend hours needed based on community programming. Embedded professionals may be required to work alternative schedules.
- Ability to work independently and as a part of a team.
- Strong writing and communication skills.
- Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and proof of auto insurance
- Applicants must be able to pass a background check
- Physical requirements of this position include standing for extended periods of time and sitting for extended periods of time.
Join a community that cares! Jewish Family Service of the Cincinnati Area has been caring for individuals and families in the region for over 80 years through a range of social services.
Care Manager
POSITION SUMMARY:
We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Intake and Program Specialist to join our team. This role is a dynamic combination of front-line customer service and program facilitation, aimed at providing excellent support to individuals seeking assistance from our care management program and managing the day-to-day operations of our activity center. The successful candidate will serve as the first point of contact for helpline callers and visitors, and will also oversee the planning, coordination, and execution of activities and events.
ROLE OVERVIEW:
Our Care Management team is part of the Barbash Family Vital Support Center located in Clifton. In addition to Care Management, at the Vital Support Center, we also provide food
assistance through the Heldman Family Food Pantry and social and Jewish programming through our Activity Center. Our Care Management team provides support to adults in our community who
are often experiencing poverty, mental health concerns, medical conditions, stage-of-life-issues, etc. We deliver excellent care to our clients and respect the dignity of each person we
meet.
In this role, you will provide clients with emotional support and assist them in accessing community resources, navigating healthcare systems, and increasing financial literacy. You will
have the opportunity to use your skills in multitasking, organization, and collaboration to make a substantial impact within the Cincinnati area. Under the supervision of the Director of
Care Management and Team Leader you will manage a caseload of individuals in need of an advocate, a liaison, and/or a manager to help them navigate through difficult situations.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Engage directly with adult and senior clients in various living environments, fostering meaningful interactions and relationships.
- Provide comprehensive assessments of clients’ emotional, physical, financial, and environmental systems in order to establish need and eligibility for financial assistance and supportive services.
- Make appropriate community and social service referrals, effectively linking clients’ needs with resources and facilitate access and utilization of all available resources.
- Advocate and communicate with the client support system (family, adult children, caregivers, other professionals, and other significant people) as needed.
- Document case notes, care plans, and assessment tools in a timely manner.
- Participate in staff meetings and supervision with Director of Care Management to enhance the quality of service provided to clients and to foster professional growth and development.
Join a community that cares! Jewish Family Service of the Cincinnati Area has been caring for individuals and families in the region for over 80 years through a range of social services.
Intake and Program Specialist
POSITION SUMMARY:
We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Intake and Program Specialist to join our team. This role is a dynamic combination of front-line customer service and program facilitation, aimed at providing excellent support to individuals seeking assistance from our care management program and managing the day-to-day operations of our activity center. The successful candidate will serve as the first point of contact for helpline callers and visitors, and will also oversee the planning, coordination, and execution of activities and events.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Intake Specialist Duties:
- Serve as the primary point of contact for all incoming calls to the helpline, providing information, referrals, and directing inquiries as needed.
- Offer compassionate and professional support to callers, addressing their needs or concerns and providing appropriate referrals.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of available services, resources, and programs to accurately respond to inquiries.
- Handle administrative tasks such as data entry, call tracking, and maintaining accurate records of interactions.
- Ensure that calls are answered promptly and follow-up actions are recorded and executed.
Program Specialist Duties:
- Oversee the operations of the activity center, ensuring smooth functioning and a welcoming environment for all visitors.
- Plan, coordinate, and execute a variety of activities, programs, and events based on the needs and interests of participants.
- Develop and maintain schedules for activities and events, ensuring appropriate resources are in place. Send out monthly activity calendars to participants.
- Monitor the activity center’s budget, ensuring that expenses stay within allocated limits while maximizing efficiency.
- Plan and prepare snacks and/or lunches for each activity
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree in social work or higher
- Active Social Work License in the state of Ohio
- Proven experience in customer service, administrative support, or similar roles, preferably in a social services, community, or healthcare environment.
- Experience in facilitating group activities
- Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to remain calm under pressure and handle sensitive or difficult situations with empathy and professionalism.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and experience with CRM or database systems.
- Knowledge of the local community resources and services is an advantage.
- Flexibility and adaptability in responding to evolving program requirements and participant needs, with a readiness to adjust strategies and approaches as necessary.
- Must be able to lift up to 30 lbs. as well as stand, sit, reach, stretch for extended periods of time
Join a community that cares! Jewish Family Service of the Cincinnati Area has been caring for individuals and families in the region for over 80 years through a range of social services.
Graphic Design and Visual Production
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Graphic and Digital Design Specialist is a creative production role responsible for designing visual content across print and digital platforms. Reporting to the Art Director, this position supports the Marketing & Communications team by developing branded materials, updating web content, and creating engaging graphics for email, social media, and events. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, collaborative, and comfortable working across multiple formats and platforms. This role ensures the organization’s visual presence is consistent, compelling, and aligned with our mission and values. This position requires the individual to be in the office at least 3 days per week
- Key Responsibilities:
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- Graphic Design & Visual Production
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- Create visual assets for print and digital use within brand guidelines
- Adapt and update existing materials for various formats (e.g., flyers, newsletters, postcards)
- Design assets for external communications, Federation initiatives, and partner organizations such as Jewish Family Service
- Maintain organized asset libraries and file systems
- Coordinate with print vendors as needed
- Web Design & Digital Content
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- Update and maintain website content using CMS platforms
- Create web graphics, landing page visuals, and digital banners
- Support email layout and design
- Apply basic SEO and accessibility practices when possible
- UI/UX awareness or willingness to learn is a plus
- Multimedia Support (Preferred)
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- Assist with short-form video content for social media and events
- Create animated graphics for digital campaigns and event promotions
- Collaboration & Project Support
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- Work closely with the Art Director and MarCom team to meet visual communication needs
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external partners—including the Social Media Manager and Jewish Family Service account lead—on campaign deliverables and platform-specific visual assets
- Contribute to cross-departmental projects by designing visuals for events, initiatives, and communications
- Support production timelines, asset review processes, and vendor coordination
- Qualifications:
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- 3–5 years of experience in graphic and digital design, with a strong portfolio
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop)
- Experience with CMS platforms for basic web content editing
- Familiarity with email design and layout best practices
- Ability to design across multiple formats (print, digital, social, web)
- Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects
- Clear written and verbal communication skills
- Willingness to learn new platforms (e.g., Microsoft Dynamics 365 Marketing)
- Desired Skills:
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- Strong typographic design
Join a community that cares! Jewish Family Service of the Cincinnati Area has been caring for individuals and families in the region for over 80 years through a range of social services.
Opportunities don't knock, They are created
Jewish Family Service of Cincinnati strengthens lives and enhances our diverse community by providing exceptional and transformational human services.
Jewish Family Service serves all individuals, without regard to religion, race, age, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, or ability to pay. JFS is a 501(c)3 nonprofit social service agency that was founded in 1943. The vision of JFS is to lead the way to a Jewish community where everyone lives with dignity, security, and hope.
Over the years, the agency has evolved and adjusted its mission to meet the ever changing needs of the community it serves, but one thing has remained the same since the agency was founded—Jewish Family Service hires incredible people to do remarkable things!
If you are wondering, if you have to be Jewish to work here, the answer is absolutely not! Jewish Family Service values a diverse workforce and serves clients from all walks of life and with every imaginable background. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are not concerned about your religious affiliation, your ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender/gender identity, race, political beliefs, etc. We only care about your abilities, skills, knowledge, and degree of human compassion.
Jewish Family Service of Cincinnati offers a professional, friendly, and fun work environment. We also offer some compelling benefits*:
- Paid holidays: 7 national holidays, plus as many as 13 Jewish holidays every year
- Professional development: free CEUs and free group supervision (2 hours per week for LSWs working toward LISW, maximum of 6 supervisors in a group)
- Benefits: Health, Dental, and Life insurance—plus Long Term Disability coverage
- 401k, Health Savings Account or Flex Spending Account
- Generous vacation and sick time
- Discount on individual membership at the Mayerson JCC
- Flexible work schedule
- Free onsite parking
*Some benefits require a minimum number of work hours per week or eligibility.