Trauma-Informed Behavioral Health Therapist — Hybrid

Arlington County Government; Arlington (VA); Hybrid; USD 83,000 - 149,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vacation and sick leave

Commuter transportation subsidies

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement plan

Job summary

Arlington County Government is seeking an experienced Behavioral Health Therapist to provide comprehensive trauma-informed mental health and substance use therapy for adults with serious mental illness and co-occurring disorders. The position operates within an outpatient team, delivering services in office and community settings, with hybrid telework options as program needs evolve.

You will conduct clinical assessments, develop safety plans, coordinate housing and benefits needs, and document

Qualifications

• Master's degree from an accredited college or university in a clinical discipline with internships/practicum involving diagnostic and treatment services.

Responsibilities

• Provide trauma-informed, culturally responsive mental health and substance use therapy to adults with serious mental illness and co-occurring disorders.
• Conduct required assessments and coordinate case management to connect clients with housing, benefits, medical care, and community supports.
• Document services in an electronic health record and ensure compliance with Medicaid, managed care, licensing, and quality standards.

Skills

Licensed clinician (LPC/LCP/LMFT/LCSW)

Education

Master's degree in Counseling/Psychology

Job description

Arlington County Government is seeking an experienced Behavioral Health Therapist to provide comprehensive trauma-informed mental health and substance use therapy for adults with serious mental illness and co-occurring disorders. The position operates within an outpatient team, delivering services in office and community settings, with hybrid telework options as program needs evolve.

You will conduct clinical assessments, develop safety plans, coordinate housing and benefits needs, and document