Women's Academy- Admissions Coordinator (LAPC, LPC, LMSW, LCSW ) in Atlanta, Georgia at Wellspring Living

Organization Type: Non-Profit, Faith-Based, 100+ Employees

Position Type: Full-Time; Salaried Exempt

Department: Women’s Academy

Reports to: Lead Clinical Case Manager

Hours: 40 hours per week (typically 8 AM- 4 PM), including occasional evenings and weekends

Location: Women’s Academy at Hapeville First United Methodist Church and Dress for Success Atlanta

Position Summary:

The Admissions Coordinator serves as the primary liaison between the Women’s Academy and the community. This role focuses on building relationships with community partners, delivering educational and professional development workshops, and acting as the initial point of contact for prospective participants. The Admissions Coordinator also guides applicants through the admissions process, including reviewing applications, conducting phone screenings, facilitating intake assessments, and providing resources and referrals when needed, ensuring a smooth and supportive experience for all applicants.

Responsibilities (include but are not limited to):

• Review Women’s Academy applications and conduct initial phone screenings.

• Conduct intake assessments.

• Determine and communicate admissions decisions to participants, coordinating with Women’s Academy Staff as needed.

• Provide denied applicants with resources and referrals to better suit their needs.

• Schedule participants with a Clinical Case Manager for ongoing support once admitted.

• Support program orientation process.

• Deliver workshops in the community to expand the impact of the Women’s Academy.

• Utilize strength-based approaches with prospective and current participants.

• Build and maintain relationships with community partners and organizations in support of program goals.

• Identify and nurture strategic referral sources for the Women’s Academy.

• Promote the Women’s Academy in the community as a local resource.

• Develop and consistently update workshop curriculum on educational, professional development, and wellness topics.

• Provide back-up coverage for the Clinical Case Management team (e.g., groups, drug screen support, crisis management, etc.) as needed.

• Assist with program administration, data collection and electronic health records (EHR).

• Reporting, supplies inventory, and schedule coverage as needed.

• Transportation as a driver for the 15-passenger van program vehicle.

Healthy Living

• Develop intentional connections with partners, community members, program participants, and staff members

• Lead by example in modeling the characteristics of a Mission Driven Professional

• Provide direction and encouragement to participants and staff

• Model healthy boundaries to participants and staff

• Provide support and crisis intervention as needed

• Embody the spirit of a lifelong learner

Professional Qualifications:

• Administrative, organizational, and computer skills including use of email and Microsoft Office suite of products

• Documentation of references (at least two professional and one personal) that attest to the person’s capability of performing the duties of the position and to the person’s suitability of working with or around children and vulnerable populations

• Master’s Degree or higher level of post-graduate education in a related field, such as social work, counseling, marriage and family therapy, or psychology

• Active Georgia license in good standing, such as LMSW, LCSW, LPC, or LMFT

• Preferred credentials/ certifications in behavioral health, trauma-informed care, and/or addictions

• Preferred expertise or experience with Motivational Interviewing (MI), Stages of Change, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) and/or other trauma-informed evidence-based treatment modalities

• Experience working with adult victims of complex trauma, such as survivors of sex trafficking

• Experience and knowledge on educational, professional development, and wellness topics

• Experience with community outreach

• Curriculum development experience

• Workshop facilitation experience

Position Requirements:

• Moderate local travel related to outreach, participant, and program needs, including ongoing clearance for driving organization vehicles and transporting participants, as well as occasional travel for training

• Ability to lift objects up to 25 pounds and work for long periods at a computer

• Satisfactory criminal history background check

• Valid Driver's License

• Clean Motor Vehicle Record

Skills:

• Analysis, evaluation, and objective critical thinking

• Initiative for effective administration and organization

• Efficiency and time management across multiple priorities

• Communication and collaboration

• Discretion and confidentiality for sensitive or restricted information

• Strength-based tendencies

• Relationship management across Wellspring staff, volunteers, participants, vendors, and partners

Core Values:

Creating SPACE At Wellspring Living, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment. Our core values, encapsulated in the acronym SPACE, guide our actions and interactions:

• Servant Leadership: We lead with authenticity, humility, and a focus on serving others.

• Power of Community: We believe in the strength of collaboration and recognize that we cannot succeed alone.

• Appreciation for the Individual: We honor diverse experiences, perspectives, and strengths, nurturing an inclusive atmosphere.

• Compelled By Faith: Our Christian faith inspires us to offer compassion and respect, creating a restorative environment.

• Excellence in Care: We are dedicated to providing exceptional care and support that fosters growth and improvement for all involved.