Crisis Clinician: 24/7 Emergency Response

Northwestern Community Services Board; Winchester (VA); On-site; USD 77,805 - 83,344; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Virginia Retirement System

Job summary

Northwestern Community Services Board is seeking a Crisis Clinician to perform emergency clinical assessments and crisis intervention within a team serving individuals in acute behavioral health crises. The role includes evaluating for hospitalization and coordinating with law enforcement during the detention process.

The position requires handling emergencies, providing short-term counseling, and working rotating shifts that may include overnights, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a relevant human services field is required. Master’s students will be considered based on experience.
• Virginia LCSW or LPC eligibility is preferred; board registration required within 6 months of employment.
• Certification as a Preadmission Screening Clinician (CPSC) is required during employment.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and a good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Performs complex evaluations including mental status examination and risk assessment.
• Provides emergency crisis intervention to high-risk individuals with goal of stabilization.
• Determines if civil commitment criteria are met and may petition for Emergency Custody or Temporary Detention orders.
• Coordinates admissions to facilities and collaborates with law enforcement during evaluations.
• Provides short-term crisis intervention counseling and participates in mobile response teams as needed.
• Receives supervision from Crisis Services Supervisor and ongoing on-boarding guidance.

Education

Master’s degree in a relevant human services field

Virginia LCSW or LPC eligibility

Virginia Board registration within 60 days of employment

Certified Preadmission Screening Clinician (CPSC) certification

Valid driver’s license with good driving record

Job description

Northwestern Community Services Board is seeking a Crisis Clinician to perform emergency clinical assessments and crisis intervention within a team serving individuals in acute behavioral health crises. The role includes evaluating for hospitalization and coordinating with law enforcement during the detention process.

The position requires handling emergencies, providing short-term counseling, and working rotating shifts that may include overnights, weekends, and holidays.