Therapist, Behavioral Health Outpatient Services

Loudoun County Government; Virginia, Leesburg (MN, FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Loudoun County Government seeks a Therapist for the Behavioral Health Outpatient program. This role involves providing therapy, conducting assessments, and collaborating with various community services. The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree and relevant experience in mental health services.

Qualifications

• One year of professional experience with mental health or substance use diagnosis.
• License eligible within one year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual, group, and family therapy.
• Conduct crisis intervention and stabilization.
• Collaborate with community partners.

Skills

Bilingual

Organizational Skills

Education

Master's Degree

Job description

Welcome and thank you for your interest in employment with Loudoun County Government!

ALL SECTIONS OF THE APPLICATION MUST BE COMPLETED IN ITS ENTIRETY. THE RESUME IS CONSIDERED SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION ONLY. APPLICATIONS THAT ARE INCOMPLETE OR INDICATE 'SEE RESUME' WILL NOT BE TAKEN INTO CONSIDERATION.

Introduction

The Loudoun County Department of Mental Health, Substance Abuse and Developmental Services is seeking a talented and motivated individual to serve as a Therapist in the Behavioral Health Outpatient program. In this role, you will work with a trusted and reputable team that has a history of success connecting individuals and their families with person-centered, recovery-oriented services and supports.

We welcome new teammates who approach their professional careers with enthusiasm and dedication to our diverse and fast-growing county. Come be a part of something that matters.

Hiring salary will be commensurate with experience.

Job Summary

The primary role of this position is to serve as the Therapist for the Behavioral Health Docket. The Behavioral Health Docket is a specialized court docket that provides supervision and treatment services to individuals with serious mental illness and co-occurring disorders. The Behavioral Health Docket Therapist is an integral component of an inter-disciplinary team and works collaboratively with the Department of Community Corrections, General District Court, Office of the Commonwealth's Attorney, Office of the Public Defender and other programs in the Department of Mental Health, Substance Abuse and Developmental Services.

In this role, you will:
* Provide assessment and evaluation, individual, group, and family therapy
* Complete assessments and referrals for individuals in need of detoxification and/or residential treatment services, and monitoring/ coordination of services with treatment vendors as appropriate
* Provide service Coordination, including with the Medical Services Team
* Attend court weekly as a member of the Behavioral Health Docket Team
* Conduct crisis intervention and stabilization, interagency consultation, and coordination of treatment services
* Collaborate closely with our community partners, including Juvenile Court Services, Department of Family Services, the Public Schools, Adult Probation, ASAP, and the Department of Community Corrections
* Complete and maintain clinical records and documentation according to federal, state, and agency policies and procedures to assure compliance
MHSADS places a high priority on professional training and career development. Our therapists are supported in efforts to learn and utilize effective, person-centered, trauma-informed, evidence-based interventions.
* Therapists are provided opportunities and supervision resources to obtain and maintain professional licensure

Minimum Qualifications

* Master's degree; license eligible within one (1) year of hire or possess professional licensure through the VA Department of Health Professions Board as a: Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW); Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC); Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT); Licensed Clinical Psychologist (LCP)
* One (1) year of professional experience working with individuals who have a mental health and/or substance use diagnosis, which may include internship experience

Valued Skills and Experience:
* Comprehensive clinical skills in providing individual, group, and family therapy
* Formal training in treatment of substance abuse and mental health issues
* Dedication to fully contributing as a member of a clinical team
* Advanced organizational skills
* Bilingual (Spanish-speaking) and multilingual applicants are encouraged to apply
* Ability to provide behavioral health services remotely using appropriate technological support and according to professional standards

Job Contingencies and Special Requirements

* Work schedule is 37.5 hours per week and will include evening hours two nights per week
* Must be fitted for N-95 (or similar) mask to safely provide on-site services as needed
* Must hold or obtain professional clinical license (LCSW, LPC, LMFT, or LCP) within four (4) years of license eligible date and maintain licensure throughout employment
* Prefer certification as a Preadmission Screening Clinician (CPASC) and may be required, depending on assignment
* Prefer certification as a Clinical Supervisor by a Department of Health Professions Board to provide clinical supervision to Residents/Supervisees
* Prefer at least one (1) certification in Disaster Behavioral Health Services, Psychological First Aid, and/or Critical Incident Stress Management and may be required, depending on assignment. May become a CIT trainer