Clinician I

Civic Minds; Williamsburg (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Civic Minds seeks a Behavioral Health Crisis Specialist to provide crisis intervention, stabilization, and short-term support in community settings. You will assess emergencies, coordinate with partners such as law enforcement and healthcare providers, and link individuals to needed resources and follow-up.

The role requires strong clinical judgment and documentation in line with CBH policies. Ideal candidates hold a QMHP credential, a Bachelor's in a related field, and a driver’s license; a

Qualifications

• Knowledge of crisis intervention models and community-based services for serious emotional, developmental, and substance use disorders.
• Experience or competence in assessing and responding to individuals in crisis or suicidal ideation.
• Understanding of psychotropic medications and medical conditions that mimic psychiatric symptoms.
• Knowledge of substances of abuse and need for medical detoxification.
• Strong clinical judgment, calmness, and focus in high-pressure situations.
• Ability to collaborate with emergency responders, treatment providers, and community agencies.

Responsibilities

• Provide crisis intervention, de-escalation, and stabilization in community settings addressing behavioral health needs.
• Assist individuals in resolving immediate crises and develop practical solutions.
• Coordinate resources with law enforcement, Fire/EMS, healthcare providers, and community partners.
• Assess individuals in behavioral health emergencies including suicidality.
• Connect individuals to behavioral health, medical, substance use, and community resources.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Behavioral health resources

Emergency responder collaboration

Suicidal ideation response

Documentation skills

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Calm under pressure

Ethical/legal knowledge

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work/ Psychology/ related field

Master's degree

Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP)

Valid Driver's License

DBHDS Preadmission Screening Certificate (within 90 days)

Job description

Job Responsibilities

• Provide crisis intervention, de-escalation, and stabilization in community settings, addressing primarily behavioral health needs that may be influenced by environmental or situational factors.
• Assist individuals in resolving immediate crises and developing practical solutions to address their behavioral health needs.
• Work collaboratively with law enforcement, Fire/EMS, healthcare providers, outpatient programs, public and private facilities, and other community partners to coordinate resources and services.
• Assess individuals experiencing behavioral health emergencies, including those presenting with suicidal ideation or other acute safety concerns.
• Connect individuals to appropriate behavioral health, medical, substance use, and community-based resources and support appropriate follow-up.
• Provide crisis response both in person and by telephone, as needed.
• Complete timely, accurate clinical documentation in accordance with CBH policies and applicable state and federal regulations.
• Provide clinical support to other programs within the CBH Crisis Services Division.
• Participate as an active member of a multidisciplinary team.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Work Schedule

The program will initially operate Monday through Friday during standard business hours.

As the program expands, coverage is expected to transition to approximately 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., seven days per week. Candidates must be willing and able to work varying shifts, including evenings and weekends, as program hours evolve.

Qualifications (EEO)

Skills and Qualifications

• Demonstrated knowledge of crisis intervention models, behavioral health resources, and community-based services for individuals with serious emotional, developmental, and substance use disorders.
• Experience or demonstrated competence in assessing and responding to individuals experiencing suicidal ideation or other behavioral health emergencies.
• Understanding of psychotropic medications, drug overdose, and common medical conditions that may present with or mimic psychiatric symptoms.
• Working knowledge of substances of abuse and the ability to assess the potential need for medical detoxification.
• Strong clinical judgment and the ability to remain calm, focused, and effective in high-pressure situations.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with emergency responders, treatment providers, community agencies, and other stakeholders.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, problem-solving, and documentation skills.
• Knowledge of applicable human rights, ethical, and legal requirements related to behavioral health services.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary treatment team.
• Willingness and ability to respond to client emergencies in both community and telephone settings.

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, or a related human services field required;
• Master's degree preferred
• Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) required
• Valid Driver's License required
• DBHDS Preadmission Screening Certificate within 90 days of hire required