Therapist - Emergency Services

Loudoun County Government; Leesburg (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hiring bonus

Job summary

Loudoun County Department of Mental Health, Substance Abuse, and Developmental Services seeks an Emergency Services Therapist to provide direct diagnostic, preventive, and treatment services, including crisis intervention, for youth at risk, individuals with developmental disability, substance use disorders, and adults with serious mental illness.

The clinician will facilitate civil commitment processes, engage in daily clinical consultations with other programs and community partners, and work

Qualifications

• Master's degree; license eligible within one year of hire or possess professional licensure as LCSW, LPC, LMFT, or LCP.
• Two years of professional experience working with individuals with mental health and/or substance use diagnoses.
• Preferred: CPASC certification; bilingual candidates encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Provides Emergency Services and crisis intervention; coordinates services and develops individualized service plans.
• Conducts crisis interventions and evaluations for voluntary/involuntary individuals; coordinates treatment connections across levels of care.
• Participates in Civil Commitment hearings and prepares reports/recommendations for ongoing treatment; liaises with community partners.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Education

Master's degree

Job description

Introduction

Loudoun County Government has been named one of Forbes' 2025 Best Large Employers! We're proud to be recognized nationally for our commitment to employee satisfaction and excellence in public service. At Loudoun County, we bring together talented professionals from all backgrounds to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic, growing community - that's The Loudoun Difference.

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

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 Emergency Services 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.

Job Summary

Loudoun County Department of Mental Health, Substance Abuse, and Developmental Services is seeking a talented and motivated individual to serve as an Emergency Services Therapist. The primary role of this position is to provide direct diagnostic, preventive, and treatment services, including crisis intervention to youth who are at risk or have Serious Emotional Disturbance, individuals with a Developmental Disability, individuals with substance use disorders, and/or adults with Serious Mental Illness (SMI). The Emergency Services clinician facilitates the civil commitment process and engages in daily clinical and procedural consultations with other MHSADS programs and public and private community partners. This position works in the 24-hour, state-mandated emergency services program.

Successful candidates excel in complex, fast-paced environments and are passionate about crisis work, supporting community crisis response with creative problem solving, adaptability to rapidly changing, often competing changes in demands for service, and a collaborative approach to community services. Work schedule includes weekends, holidays, and overnights.

Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Provides Emergency Services (Provides crisis intervention services or implements crisis plans with individuals; participates in coordination of services, including crisis, long-term, recovery, and individualized service plans.)
• Provides Crisis Interventions and Evaluations (Evaluates voluntary and involuntary individuals who, as a result of a mental illness, are substantially likely to cause serious physical harm to themselves and/or others or suffer serious harm because they lack the capacity to provide for their own basic needs or self-protection. Connects individuals to appropriate treatment to include outpatient, intensive outpatient, partial hospital, ambulatory crisis, residential Crisis Stabilization Units (CSU), inpatient, and/or Psychiatric services (pursuant to 37.2-805 and 16.1-338; 37.2-809 and 16.1-338-339, 16.1-340.1))
• Participates in Civil Commitment Hearings (Pursuant to the Virginia Code: 37.2-817B and 16.1-344C) and Provides (1) Representation of the preadmission screening report and the Community Services Board, (2) recommendations for ongoing treatment, including Mandatory Outpatient Treatment (MOT); and (3) if Mandatory Outpatient Treatment is ordered, develops the initial treatment plan, arranges for the connection to treatment, and monitoring of the court order (Pursuant to 37.2-817C1-K, 37.2-817.1, 37.2-817.2, 37.2-817.3, and 16.1-345.2, 16.1-345.3, 16.1-345.4, and 16.1-345.5).
• Evaluates High Risk Clients (Conducts prevention and/or intervention assessments and evaluations of high-risk clients with complex mental health and/or substance abuse treatment, or developmental needs.)

This position is eligible for a $6,000 hiring bonus in accordance with the County's Hiring and Retention Bonus Program.

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). Two (2) years of professional experience working with individuals who have a mental health and/or substance use diagnosis, which may include internship experience.

Preferred:

Certification as a Preadmission Screening Clinician (CPASC).

Bilingual (English and Spanish) candidates strongly encouraged to apply.

Job Contingencies and Special Requirements

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check, credit check, driving record check, and TB test. Must have a valid driver's license in Virginia or regional state of residence.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Loudoun County Government prides itself on fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace that promotes employee wellness and work-life balance. As an equal opportunity employer, we consider all qualified applicants regardless of age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or other non-merit factors.

Reasonable Accommodation

Applicants who wish to request a reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process should call Human Resources directly at 703-777-0213 or email Human Resources.