Clinician (CD) - Adult Outpatient MHSUD

Pole Green Park; Mechanicsville (VA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

This innovative firm is seeking a dedicated adult outpatient clinician to join their team, providing vital mental health services to a diverse client base. In this role, you will conduct screenings, provide therapy, and develop treatment plans in various settings, including outpatient clinics and community outreach. With a strong emphasis on professional growth and development, this position offers competitive benefits, generous PTO, and opportunities for advancement. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others and thrive in a collaborative environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Generous PTO

Paid Holidays

Career Advancement Opportunities

Training and Professional Development

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a relevant field with clinical experience required.
• Knowledge of crisis intervention and mental health treatment modalities.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual, family, and group therapy in an office setting.
• Conduct diagnostic assessments and develop service plans.
• Participate in community consultation and education activities.

Skills

Crisis Intervention

Therapeutic Techniques

Effective Communication

Human Behavior Change Strategies

Computer Literacy

Education

Master's Degree in a Clinical Field

Job description

Are you looking for rewarding work with opportunities for professional growth? Come join the adult outpatient team at the Hanover CSB! Adult outpatient clinician caseloads at HCCSB are diverse, serving clients with varying ages, abilities, needs and MHSUD clinical presentations. In this role, you will provide individual and group therapy in an office setting. Evening hours are required one scheduled evening a week. A LPC or LCSW is preferred, however agency-provided clinical supervision towards licensure can be discussed during the interview process.

HCCSB clinicians enjoy competitive benefits, generous PTO and paid holidays, career advancement opportunities and true investment in training and professional development.

We are a team promoting safety, respect, trust, and a sense of belonging with each other and the individuals we serve.

General Description: This is a professional position. The incumbent performs complex tasks to provide direct clinical, mental health and/or substance use disorder services to residents of Hanover County, to include crisis services. These services may be provided in a variety of settings to include an outpatient clinic, in the client's home or in the community.
Essential Functions:

• Conducts initial screenings to determine services needs and appropriateness of requested services.
• Provides initial diagnostic assessments and develops service plans.
• Provides individual, family and group therapy.
• Provides outreach, crisis intervention, and pre-admission screenings.
• Provides treatment planning and case coordination for assigned cases.
• Completes paperwork, documentation and files as required.
• Participates in consultation and education activities in the community as assigned.
• Performs related work as assigned.
• May work outside of regular business hours.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of and skills in human behavior change strategies and techniques, crisis intervention theory and techniques, DSM assessment and diagnosis, and various mental health treatment modalities/ethical issues in MH and SUD service delivery, required. Must be able to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Ability to work effectively while managing multiple goals and processes, required. Must be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, families, staff, Board members, and community groups. Computer Literacy required.
Education, Experience and Training: Master's degree in a degree that leads to a clinical license required with a minimum of six (6) months clinical experience. –OR– Any equivalent combination of education, experience and/or training sufficient to demonstrate the knowledge, skills and abilities is acceptable. Higher levels on the Career Ladder require additional education and experience and require certification as a LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) or LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor).
Special Conditions:

• Criminal Records Check, including fingerprinting.
• Valid Commonwealth of Virginia Driver's License.
• TB Test.
• CPS (Child Protective Services) Check.
• Twelve-month probationary period.
• Scheduled hours to include evenings and weekends as appropriate.
• Must be able to successfully pass CPR/First Aid training as well as behavior management as required by regulation.

Clinicians who work in the crisis division will work weekends, overnights, holidays, and inclement weather on a rotating basis. These clinicians are deemed essential personnel, with the responsibilities outlined in the Hanover County Human Resources Policy Manual.