Emergency Services Therapist II

Prince William County; Virginia; On-site; USD 76,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Prince William County is seeking a committed Emergency Services Therapist II to join their Community Services team, providing crisis intervention to individuals and families. Responsibilities include assessing risk, conducting screenings, and collaborating with other service providers, along with offering mental health support in a dynamic and inclusive environment.

Benefits

$2,000.00 Program Stipend for full-time clinical positions

$1,000.00 Program Stipend for part-time clinical positions

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid accrued annual and sick leave

11 paid holidays and 4 personal days

Career development opportunities

Hiring bonus of $5,000

Qualifications

• License eligibility in LCSW or LPC within 2 years of hire.
• 1-2 years of related experience in Behavioral Health or Emergency Program.

Responsibilities

• Conducts risk assessments for behavioral health crises.
• Provides emergency mental health intervention services.
• Develops and implements risk management plans.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Risk assessment

Collaboration

Teamwork

Education

Master’s degree in psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or related field

Job description

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Introduction

Are you interested in being part of a multidisciplinary team that provides assessments and crisis intervention to adults and youth in crisis?

Prince William County Community Services is looking for a committed mental health professional to provide essential crisis intervention services to the community. We are currently looking for a Therapist II (Clinical Services Caseworker) to join our Emergency Services Team.

Prince William County Community Services (CS) is a dynamic agency that fosters innovation, embraces inclusivity, offers opportunities to professionally learn and grow, and uses a team approach to achieve the highest level of service driven results for our clients and their families. We respect and promote the dignity, human rights and full participation of youth and their families in their care. We are located within easy commuting distance from Washington, D.C., Northern Virginia and Stafford County. We are so proud to be the most diverse county in the Commonwealth of Virginia!

The Department of Community Services currently offers a $2,000.00 Program Stipend for full-time clinical positions employees that work in Emergency / Crisis Services or Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) programs. Also, The Department of Community Services currently offers a $1,000.00 Program Stipend for part-time clinical positions employees that work in Emergency / Crisis Services or Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) programs. The program stipend will be paid out biweekly.

This position qualifies for a hiring bonus of $5,000. This bonus will be paid in two equal installments as funds permit. The first installment of $2500 is payable after (90) days of employment have been completed. The final $2,500 installment will be payable following the completion of the probationary period.

About This Role

In this role you will conduct risk assessments for people experiencing behavioral health crisis such as suicidal/homicidal thoughts or psychosis. The therapist II assesses the level of risk, provides intervention to assist with stabilization and recommends appropriate level of care services. Duties include but not limited to:

• Provides emergency mental health intervention services in a 24/7 program
• Conducts screening interviews and makes recommendations for level of care
• Provides outreach, assessment, linkage to and coordination with other service providers
• Provides crisis intervention for clients, including those at high risk for suicide/homicide-under supervisory guidance, evaluates risk and potential need for hospitalization
• Develops and implements risk management plans
• Maintains records according to agency's policies and procedures, prepares reports
• Attends and participates in staff meetings and professional development activities
• Prepares and presents case presentations for clinical supervision
  
  

Preferences

• Master’s degree in psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or a related behavioral science field
• 1-2 years of related experience providing services to individuals in a Behavioral Health, Substance Abuse or Emergency Program (9 months of supervised experience will be considered as 1 year of experience)
• Must currently possess OR be eligible to obtain a LCSW or LPC in the Commonwealth of Virginia within 2 years of hire
• Experience conducting risk assessments
• Experience working in a behavioral health setting
• Experience collaborating with other departments & stakeholders
• Experience working in a team environment
• Experience working within a 24/7 program
• Experience with preadmission assessments
  
  

Special Requirements

Must possess a valid driver's license;

Must pass DMV record check;

Must pass TB test;

Offer of employment is contingent upon the candidate passing a fingerprinted-based national criminal history record check.

Child Protective Services Requirements: Effective 1999, mandated by the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services 12VA35-105-400 rules and Regulations for Licensing Providers by the Department of Behavioral Health and Development Services related to Criminal Registry Checks, a search of the registry of founded complaints of child abuse and neglected maintained by the Department of Social Services.

Work Schedule: Multiple positions and shifts will be filled from this recruitment

Weekdays – 4 days a week

Overnight – 3 days a week 12-hour shifts

Starting Salary Range: $76,069.50 - $104,676.00

Prince William County Community Services maintains a drug free workplace.

NOTE

The above position description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department. To view the classification in its entirety, click here.

The position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and the requirements of the job change.

Prince William County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

Benefits

We are a continuous learning organization, providing no-cost access to training and career development opportunities. We offer comprehensive, affordable health care options and other benefits to include:

• Excellent Pay
• The Virginia Retirement System
• Paid accrued annual and sick leave
• 11 paid holidays and 4 personal days
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Enhanced Parental and Medical Leave programs
• Life insurance
• Coverage of infertility treatments
• "Out-of-network" ground ambulance coverage
• Retiree health insurance credit benefit of $6.50 x years of service (maxed at 30 years)
• Flexible spending programs
• Employee assistance programs (EAP)
• Free access to online courses
• Credit Union membership eligibility
• Job security
• Opportunities for career growth, advancement specialization and so much more!
  
  

Prince William County Government full-time positions qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.

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Prince William County Government offers medical plans with corresponding pharmacy and basic vision coverage, as well as dental plans and a separate vision plan.

Full-time and part-time Prince William County Government employees are eligible to participate in our plans; however, the level and cost of benefits depends on the classification of the position.

The following positions do not accrue leave and are not eligible for holidays or other fringe benefits:

• Temporary
• Provisional
• Seasonal employees
  
  

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Prince William County Benefit Programs

01

I understand that information provided on my application is used to determine my qualifications. Information on my resume will not substitute for the education, work experience and required fields on the County application. Only information provided at the time of the application submission will be considered when determining my qualifications. Only responses to Supplemental Questions that can be verified in my submitted education and work experience will be credited.

• I have read, understand, and acknowledge the above statement
• I decline to proceed any further in this process.
  
  

02

Please select the option that reflects your highest level of completed education.

• Master's Degree in psychology, social work, counseling, or a related behavioral science
• Master's Degree in an unrelated field
• PHD in psychology, social work, counseling, or a related behavioral science
• PHD in an unrelated field
• None of the above
  
  

03

Quantify your experience providing services to individuals in a Behavioral Health, Substance Abuse or Emergency Program.

• 9 months supervised internship
• Less than one year of experience
• One to two years of experience
• Three to four years of experience
• Five or more years of experience
  
  

04

Please describe your experience providing services to individuals in a Behavioral Health, Substance Abuse or Emergency Program. If you have no experience indicate "N/A".

05

Do you have experience working with any of the following:

• Police
• Courts
• Jails
• Emergency Rooms
• Inpatient psychiatric facility
• None of the above
  
  

06

Please indicate if you are a LCSW, LPC or Licensed Clinical Psychologist by the Commonwealth of Virginia.

• LCSW
• LPC
• Licensed Clinical Psychologist
• Licensed in another state
• None of the above
  
  

07

If you are not currently licensed, please indicate what is needed for you to attain licensure in the Commonwealth of Virginia within 2 years.

• Supervised Experience
• Additional course work
• Other
• N/A
  
  

08

If you checked "Other" in the previous question, please indicate what is needed for you to become licensed by the Commonwealth of Virginia.

09

Do you have experience working in a 24/7 program?

• Yes
• No
• Required Question

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

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