Licensed/Licensed Eligible Mental Health Professional- Crisis Care (Virtual Or Fully Remote Options)

• The successful professional should have experience in the management and assessment of mental health crises, as well as the ability to function in a high-needs, fast-paced environment.
• Responsible for alternating coverage with teammates for CITAC Monday through Friday from 4pm to 9pm.
• This is a day shift position that will typically work an alternating schedule for 11.5 hour shifts (Week 1: Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday 11:00am to 10:30pm; Week 2: Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday).
• Work from home is permitted during the hours that the agency or CITAC are not open, with the approval of the Supervisor and/or Divisional Director.
• Crisis Services Professionals are considered essential staff and are required to work during times when the agency is closed for inclement weather and during holidays.
• Works with the day time clinical staff, local hospital and local emergency room staff, law enforcement, magistrates, and other community partnering agencies in order to assist individuals with stabilization from mental health crises.
• Responsible for Pre Screenings, Mobile Crisis Response, and Crisis Stabilization functions within SBH’s catchment area.

• Master’s degree in Counseling, Psychology, or Social Work, required.
• Must meet all criminal background and drug screening requirements.
• Must become a Certified Pre-screener within 6 months of hire.
• Valid driver’s license and safe driving record.
• Must be licensed or licensed-eligible in Virginia (LPC or LCSW).
• Professional experience working with individuals diagnosed with Severe Mental illness and Substance Use Disorder. Must complete the following trainings: DBHDS Pre-screener Certification, CIT, DBHDS Mobile Crisis, REVIVE, Lock & Talk, MANDT, CPR & First Aid, ASAM, and any training as assigned by Supervisor or Director.

Excellent Benefits package and Virginia Retirement System. Tuition repayment program is available to eligible individuals.

As an equal opportunity employer, women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.

Benefits/perks may vary depending on the nature of your employment.