As an advocate for individuals in a behavioral health crisis, this position works as a part of a team serving those in acute crisis, in addition to those diagnosed with intellectual and developmental disorders, substance use, and co-occurring disorders. The Crisis Clinician completes emergency clinical assessments for temporary detention and evaluations for hospitalization in accordance with regulations set by Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (DBHDS). This position requires shift work that may include overnights, weekends, holidays, weather closures, and county closures. Over-shift hours will depend on volume of emergency requests during the assigned shift. Crisis Clinician position may provide training and guidance to Crisis personnel and works with community agencies to facilitate services, work with community agencies to facilitate services, and assist and train community partners, law enforcement agencies, and dispatch on emergency services and relevant clinical topics. Position responsibilities correspond to clinician level.

This job description is based upon an evaluation of agency requirements at the time this description was written. This job description will change as the position is developed further, or in response to organizational or technological changes.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Crisis Clinician I

• Master’s degree in a relevant human services field required; master’s students will be considered based on experience and qualifications.
• Virginia QMHP certification required.
• Virginia LCSW or LPC eligibility preferred; Virginia Board registration required within 6 months of employment.
• Will be required to obtain prescreening certification during employment.
• Will be required to obtain State Emergency Services certification during employment.
• Must possess a valid Driver’s License, good driving record and the ability to provide own transportation.

Crisis Clinician II

• Master’s degree in a relevant human services field required.
• Virginia LCSW or LPC eligibility required.
• Virginia Board registration required at time of hire.
• DBHDS CPSC required.
• At least one year of experience as a Certified Preadmission Screening Clinician required.
• State Emergency Services certification required.
• Must possess a valid Driver’s License, good driving record and the ability to provide own transportation.

Crisis Clinician III

• Virginia LCSW or LPC required.
• DBHDS CPSC required.
• At least two years of experience as a Certified Preadmission Screening Clinician required.
• State Emergency Services certification required.
• Must possess a valid Driver’s License, good driving record and the ability to provide own transportation.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• May be exposed to allergenic environments from client including dust, smoke, pet contamination, cleaning supplies, etc.
• May be exposed to clients with infectious diseases.
• Must be able to drive for long periods of time to travel in and out of the catchment area as needed.
• Must be able to walk distances, climb and descend stairs, maneuver in and out of agency vehicles.
• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift/push/pull up to 25 pounds at times.

SALARY IS BASED ON CLINICIAN LEVEL AND SHIFT:

Crisis Clinician I $56,541 - $83,344

Crisis Clinician II $80,527 - $86,261

Crisis Clinician III $89,281 - $95,641

DISCLAIMER: All full-time employees are eligible for a complete benefits package that includes enrollment in Virginia Retirement System. For more information about benefits and a complete list of current job openings, please visit our website, www.nwcsb.com. Positions remain open and advertised until filled.

Northwestern Community Services Board provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $56,541.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Night shift

Work Location: In person