Title: Co-Response Clinician
Location: Lynchburg, Virginia
Status: Full-Time 37.5 hours/week
Pay: To be discussed with Bryant Staffing Solutions Recruiter
Bonus: $5,000 bonus
Visa Sponsorship: Not supported

This organization is part of the Community Services Board (CSB), which supports public behavioral healthcare in Virginia.

Summary:
The Co-Response Clinician is designed to assess the needs of individuals who are experiencing a mental health crisis working with the community crisis response program will use information obtained to develop and implement appropriate collaborative treatment approaches, and support services to avert an emergency custody order, temporary detention order, inpatient psychiatric hospitalization, and/or involvement in the criminal justice system toward needed treatment and support. Interventions will be provided as part of a co-responder crisis intervention team with the City of Lynchburg or Bedford and Campbell County police during evening and weekend hours. Office/community-based position (no telework).

Minimum Required Qualifications:

• 60-hour Master's degree from an accredited college/university in an applicable human services field and registered with the Virginia Board of Counseling for clinical supervision working toward licensure.
• 1 year experience working with identified population served. Eligible to register as an LMHPE with the VA Board of Counseling within three months of hire. Preferred candidate has one to two years of prior crisis response related experience in the field of Mental Health. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Related Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Knowledge and Skills:
• Evidence-based practices (motivational interviewing, trauma-informed care, victim awareness)
• Working with clients with multiple needs (mental illness with other conditions)
• Community resources, mental health, and public health
• Principles of mental health, intellectual disabilities, and substance abuse
• Customer service principles and processes
• Criminal justice system and community policing trends
• Analytical and Communication Skills:
• Strong communication and interviewing skills
• Accurate situation analysis and response development
• Quick assessment and prioritization of information
• Effective team communication and collaboration
• Teamwork and Relationship Building:
• Collaborative and positive team environment skills
• Building relationships with law enforcement and other stakeholders
• Training and Physical Requirements:
• Behavioral intervention training (verbal de-escalation and physical techniques)
• Wearing protective gear and using a mobile computer in a law enforcement vehicle
• Verbal de-escalation and client safety
• Ethical and Professional Standards:
• Maintaining confidentiality and ethical standards
• Professionalism under stress and time constraints
• Commitment to client empowerment and quality Behavioral Health programs
• Logistical Requirements:
• Computer literacy (electronic health records, Microsoft Office)
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel
• Attendance at trainings and meetings at various sites
• Flexible schedule availability (weekends, holidays)

Benefits:

• Retirement Plans: Participate in the Virginia Retirement System (VRS), with a 403(b) plan with a 5% employer match and an optional 457 plan.
• Health & Insurance: Full coverage for health, dental, vision, and life insurance, with additional options for disability and critical illness coverage.
• Loan Repayment & Education: Eligible for NHSC/HRSA, PSLF, and BHLRP loan repayment programs.
• Generous Paid Time Off: 25 days of PTO (14 vacation days, 9 sick days), plus 11 paid holidays.
• Additional Perks: Discounts with Verizon (15%), YMCA (20%), ADP, and Life Mart

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Night shift

Work setting:

• In-person

Application Question(s):

• Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status (example: H1B visa status or F1 OPT to H-1B visa Status)?
• Are you comfortable accepting a salary in the range of $45,365 - $72,584?
• Do you have a 60 hour Masters degree in an applicable human services field?
• Do you have at least 1 year of experience?
• Are you able to travel to meetings, other campuses, and counseling sites?
• Are you able to work holidays and weekends if needed?

Ability to Commute:

• Lynchburg, VA (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Lynchburg, VA: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person