CRISIS CLINICIAN - PRN/ON CALL

Southside Behavioral Health provides individualized culturally competent care in our communities, by supporting wellness and quality of life in a recovery-oriented environment and professional manner. Covering the counties of Halifax, Mecklenburg and Brunswick, VA. our behavioral health services are supported by community involvement and professional values.

This is an On-Call / Per Diem / Part-Time position. Shift: Variable, including evenings, weekends, holidays. The On-Call Crisis Services Therapist provides immediate mental health crisis assessment, intervention, and stabilization services to individuals experiencing acute psychological distress. The clinician ensures a compassionate, timely, and clinically appropriate response to behavioral health emergencies.

The flat rate is $150.00 per shift. If a call is received or a pre-screen is conducted:

• 1 to 90 minutes: $150.00

• 91 to 180 minutes: $200.00

• Over 180 minutes: $250.00

Responsibilities

• Respond promptly to mental health crisis calls (via phone or in-person).
• Conduct clinical assessments to determine risk factors including suicidality, homicidality, psychosis, or severe emotional distress.
• Provide crisis intervention, safety planning, and short-term supportive counseling.
• Collaborate with law enforcement, EMS, hospital staff, and other emergency responders as needed.
• Determine the appropriate level of care and assist with referrals or hospitalization if necessary.
• Document all encounters and assessments accurately and in compliance with clinical and legal standards.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or a related field.
• Licensure (resident in counseling) in [LCSW, LPC, LMFT].
• At least 1 year of experience in crisis intervention, emergency psychiatric services, or acute mental health settings preferred.
• Experience working with diverse populations and high-risk individuals (e.g., severe mental illness, co-occurring disorders, youth in crisis).
• Must meet all criminal background and drug screening requirements.
• Valid driver’s license and safe driving record, required.

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

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $150.00 - $250.00 per day

Education:

• Master's (Required)

License/Certification:

• Licensed Clinical Social Worker (Required)
• LPC (Required)
• LMFT (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in South Hill, VA 23970

Salary : $150 - $250