What are the responsibilities and job description for the MH/DS Clinician (Jail Diversion) position at County of Henrico Department of Mental Health &...?
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Henrico County, a progressive employer of choice, provides job seekers with the promise of fair and competitive compensation; a close-knit atmosphere with low employee turnover; and a benefits package that helps secure financial stability.
Established in 1611, Henrico County has deep historical roots. Henrico County borders the City of Richmond to the west, north and east and constitutes approximately a third of the Richmond metropolitan areas. Henrico County is among the top-rated counties in the nation and was one of the first localities to adopt the County Manager Form of Government. Citizens of Henrico County are represented by an elected Board of Supervisors representing five magisterial districts.
Henrico County General Government currently has more than 30 agencies. Department Heads are appointed by the County Manager, with the exception of the elected constitutional officers. Henrico County is an equal opportunity employer and, when you join us, you will be surrounded by fellow associates who come from all walks of life, all types of cultural backgrounds and all ages.
General Statement of Duties
Closing Date: This position closes on Monday, March 17, 2025.
Essential Duties
Incumbent will be responsible for screening individuals committed to jail for possible participation in the Behavioral Health Docket. Responsible for providing comprehensive Needs Assessments, Columbia, ASAM (when appropriate) and Columbia; formulates diagnoses and treatment recommendations with adults; assesses the nexus between the SMI and criminal offense; serve as liaison between the court and the jail in all cases involving the BHD and provide updates to the court on individual progress. Provide clinical, case management, and crisis intervention services to include oversight of clinical treatment and services, establishing linkages and treatment referrals, monitoring and coordinating community resources; supporting all participants, and assisting with applications for entitlements as needed; provides reports and treatment recommendations to the Docket Team. Coordinates with the Jail, Mental Health, and Jail Medical team to ensure medical and mental health care is managed while the individual is incarcerated.
Considerable knowledge of principles of community mental health and/or intellectual disabilities and/or substance abuse; considerable knowledge and understanding of fundamental concepts of normal and abnormal human behavior, personality development, family and group dynamics; considerable knowledge of and an ability to apply a variety of psychotherapeutic treatment techniques/modalities; adherence to basic ethics appropriate for a professional helping relationship; knowledge of mental health diagnoses, assessment, and/or psychological and educational testing; some knowledge of consultation program; considerable knowledge of psychosocial history development; very good interviewing and interpersonal skills; ability to communicate clearly, both orally and in writing; demonstrated ability to act with good judgment.
Minimum Qualifications
Possession of a two (2)-year master's degree in clinical social work, psychology or a directly related field plus one (1) year of experience in a mental health setting [for a one-year degree, one(1) additional year of experience or an internship is required to replace the second year of formal training]; OR, a bachelor's degree in related field plus four (4) years of experience in a community mental health setting; OR, any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
Additional Information
A professional license or license eligible is required LPC, LCSW, or LMFT. Pre-Screening certification preferred. Possession of a valid driver's license issued by Commonwealth of Virginia, Child Protective Services Check and TB Screening, required if offered employment.
A criminal history record check and fingerprinting is conducted on all persons conditionally offered employment, including a conditional offer of initial employment, or a conditional offer to promote, demote, or laterally transfer an employee.
Expected salary low to mid-range of the listed salary scale.
Position eligible to participate in a Career Development Plan which allows individual to advance within current position.
How To Apply
Closing Date: This position closes on Monday, March 17, 2025.
You apply for positions with Henrico County general government through our on-line applicant system, which is available 24-hours a day, 7-days a week with an Internet connection. Please access our job site portal through http://henrico.us/services/jobs or click on the Jobs link in the upper right-hand corner of our main County page at http://henrico.gov.
Minimum Salary
76373
Maximum Salary
140493
Currency
USD
Main Organization
General Government
General Government
Employment Status
Permanent Fulltime
Permanent Full-time
