Qualified Mental Health Professional

L&g Support And Resources Co; Danville (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible scheduling

Clinical supervision opportunities

Supportive team environment

Job summary

L&g Support And Resources Co is looking for a Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) in Danville, VA. You will provide Mental Health Skill-Building Services to adults with serious mental illness, focusing on developing skills for independence and well-being.

This full-time position requires a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and a QMHP credential. Benefits include a competitive salary, flexible scheduling, and clinical supervision opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• QMHP credential through the Virginia Board of Counseling or ability to obtain.
• Knowledge of serious mental illness and community resources.

Responsibilities

• Provide Mental Health Skill-Building Services to adults with serious mental illness.
• Conduct assessments of client strengths and needs.
• Develop and monitor Individual Service Plans (ISPs).
• Teach skills related to daily living and community integration.
• Coordinate services with other professionals.
• Maintain documentation in accordance with agency requirements.

Skills

Knowledge of serious mental illness

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Proficiency with electronic health records

Ability to work independently

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Services, Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, Sociology, Criminal Justice

Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP-A or QMHP-C) credential

Tools

Microsoft Office applications

Job description

About the Role

Join L&g Support And Resources Co as a Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) in Danville, VA, where you'll play a crucial role in supporting individuals on their mental health journey. Be part of a dedicated team that is passionate about making a difference in the community.

Employment Type

Full-Time

Position Summary

L&G Support and Resources is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) to provide Mental Health Skill-Building Services (MHSB) to adults with serious mental illness and co-occurring behavioral health challenges. The QMHP will assist individuals in developing the skills necessary to achieve and maintain independence in the community, improve functioning, and reduce the need for more intensive levels of care.

Services are provided in accordance with Virginia Department of Medical Assistance Services (DMAS), Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (DBHDS), and agency policies and procedures.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Provide Mental Health Skill-Building Services to adults diagnosed with serious mental illness and other qualifying mental health conditions.

Conduct assessments of client strengths, needs, abilities, and barriers to independent living.

Develop, implement, and monitor Individual Service Plans (ISPs) in collaboration with clients and treatment team members.

Teach and reinforce skills related to:

• Medication management
• Activities of daily living
• Budgeting and financial management
• Community integration
• Communication and interpersonal skills
• Housing stability
• Accessing healthcare and community resources
• Symptom management and coping skills

Coordinate services with case managers, therapists, psychiatrists, primary care providers, social service agencies, and other community resources.

Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with DMAS, DBHDS, Medicaid, and agency requirements.

Complete progress notes, service plans, discharge summaries, and other required documentation within established timeframes.

Participate in treatment team meetings, supervision, staff meetings, and required trainings.

Monitor client progress and communicate significant changes in functioning, safety concerns, or treatment needs to supervisors and treatment team members.

Provide crisis intervention support and linkage to appropriate services when needed.

Maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPAA, 42 CFR Part 2, DMAS, DBHDS, and agency regulations.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Human Services, Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, Sociology, Criminal Justice, or a related human services field.

Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP-A or QMHP-C) credential through the Virginia Board of Counseling, or ability to obtain credential within required timeframe.

Knowledge of serious mental illness, behavioral health services, recovery-oriented practices, and community resources.

Ability to work independently and manage a community-based caseload.

Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.

Proficiency with electronic health records and Microsoft Office applications.

Preferred Qualifications

One year of experience providing community-based behavioral health services.

Experience working with adults diagnosed with serious mental illness, substance use disorders, or co-occurring disorders.

Knowledge of Medicaid-funded behavioral health services in Virginia.

Experience with person-centered planning and recovery-oriented care.

Physical Requirements

Ability to travel throughout the service area to meet clients in community settings, homes, and agency locations.

Ability to sit, stand, walk, and perform duties associated with community-based service delivery.

Ability to transport clients when authorized by agency policy.

Requirements

Valid Virginia driver's license.

Reliable transportation.

Current automobile insurance.

Ability to pass criminal background, CPS, and OIG exclusion screenings.

Ability to complete required agency and state-mandated trainings.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Flexible scheduling
• Clinical supervision opportunities
• Supportive team environment