Geriatric Crisis Counselor – Regional Mobile Response

Mount Rogers; Wytheville (VA); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Mount Rogers Community Services is seeking a Crisis Counselor II/III for the Regional Geriatric Team to support post-discharge care and geriatric diversions from hospitalization. The role includes coordinating with hospitals, CSBs, and nursing homes, providing counseling, and linking wrap-around services for at-risk seniors.

Responsibilities include developing discharge plans, maintaining records per regulatory standards, and participating in regional meetings.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a human services-related field or healthcare administration is required.
• Three years' experience with geriatric population and licensing eligibility.
• Licensed Mental Health Professional or eligible for licensure.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate discharge plans with hospital teams, CSBs, and nursing homes.
• Provide counseling and wrap-around services for geriatric patients.
• Maintain electronic health records and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Attend regional meetings to improve service delivery.
• Provide on-call support on a rotating schedule.

Skills

Behavioral health

Geriatrics

Communication

Time management

Team coordination

Documentation

Education

Master’s degree in human services/healthcare administration

Licensed Mental Health Professional

Tools

Word processing

Spreadsheets

Database systems

Customer management information systems

Job description

Mount Rogers Community Services is seeking a Crisis Counselor II/III for the Regional Geriatric Team to support post-discharge care and geriatric diversions from hospitalization. The role includes coordinating with hospitals, CSBs, and nursing homes, providing counseling, and linking wrap-around services for at-risk seniors.

Responsibilities include developing discharge plans, maintaining records per regulatory standards, and participating in regional meetings.