Community Stabilization Counselor

This position is to service the following area(s):

• Central and Western VA Areas (Region 4 and Region 10)

Must be a board Registered Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP), a Licensed Mental Health Provider (LPC, LCSW), Resident in Counseling or Supervisee in Social Work

**Sign-on Bonus of $500 (part-time position) and $1000 (full-time position) based on eligibility. More information provided at the time of contact/interview**

"Finding, Connecting, Building Success”

Are you interested in working for an agency that is dedicated to providing its employees with opportunities to grow as mental health professionals?

The MARCS agency's mission is to commit to its employees by providing coaching and support as individuals navigate their professional development.

Come join our team and together we will embark on your journey!

The MARCS Agency is a Mental and Behavioral Health Agency with specially trained clinicians dedicated to providing high-quality, mental health treatment to adults, children, adolescents, and young adults. We are seeking compassionate and talented individuals to join our team!

Community Stabilization Counselor-

Duties and Responsibilities:

· Assists with crisis intervention;

· Provides direct, one-on-one crisis interventions with and/or on behalf of the client to develop interpersonal, independent living, functional skills and community relational skills

· Responds to crisis situations within 24 hours

· Link clients with external programs or services, such as health services, substance use disorder services, recreational activities, childcare services, financial resources, employment resources, childcare, AA/NA groups, transportation resources, and others

· Complete case management tasks, coordinating and collaborating with other service providers, and linking clients with external programs or services; case managers, probation/parole officers and care coordinators.

· Provides therapeutic mentoring and individual supportive services;

· Utilizes effective listening skills to establish rapport, provide emotional support and encouragement, and engage family members in the service process;

· Models effective life skills with client and family and provides various skill building activities;

· Involves client in positive recreational, entertainment and educational activities;

· Maintains communication with probation officers and other authorities to monitor the client’s behavior and needs;

· Assists clients in practicing effective communication, problem solving, and anger management techniques to support daily living;

· Provides practical assistance and advice on daily living tasks such as budget management, transportation, employment, time management, and other tasks to promote independence;

· Observes client’s interactions and behavior and shares observations with Licensed Professionals to better enable Licensed Professionals to identify treatment needs;

· Participates in wraparound team meetings in ongoing effort to enlist existing supports and identify problem areas and needs, strategies, and service objectives;

· Participates in Client Specific Team, Family Assessment and Planning Team, and other interdisciplinary, diagnostic or planning meetings;

· Conducts discharge planning to ensure client is transitioned to the appropriate services for continued treatment

· Documents case activities for both service and billing purposes;

· Updates team leader on workload, case activity, service barriers, and procedural problems in staff and other meetings; and

· Attends weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly trainings and meetings

Minimum Requirements:

Education and Experience:

Must be a board Registered Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP), a Licensed Mental Health Provider (LPC, LCSW), Resident in Counseling or Supervisee in Social Work

CPR/1st Aid

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General knowledge of:

· client and adolescent development;

· family dysfunction factors and contributors;

· behavioral management techniques;

· local community resources and services;

· crisis intervention strategies

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $40.00 - $60.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 20 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Professional development assistance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• On call
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• Mental health counseling: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• QMHP Certification (Required)
• Licensed Clinical Social Worker (Required)
• LPC (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Virginia: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: On the road

Salary : $40 - $60