Supervising Mental Health Worker

This position is responsible for collaborating with jail staff in the provision of mental health services for inmates with serious mental illness. Duties include performing diagnostic assessments when a behavioral health need is identified; making recommendations for treatment and, where appropriate, provide effective treatment services for identified individuals; refer to and coordinate services with RSW contracted physicians and psychiatrists; assessing crisis situations with jail staff either face to face or via telephone, including provisions for after-hours calls; assuring aftercare through the use of community based resources to ensure that service needs are met upon release; and maintaining timely and professional relationships and communications between NWCS and RSW.

This job description is based upon an evaluation of agency requirements at the time this description was written. This job description will change as the position is developed further, or in response to organizational or technological changes.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s degree in relevant field required*
• One year of experience in working with individuals with behavioral health diagnoses and crisis intervention
• Virginia licensed eligible (LMHP-type) or Virginia licensure preferred (LPC or LCSW) preferred.
• Must possess a valid Driver’s License, good driving record and the ability to provide own transportation.

*Accepted Human Services Degrees: Art Therapy, Behavioral Sciences, Child Development, Child and Family Studies/Services, Cognitive Sciences, Community Mental Health, Counseling, Counselor Education, Early Childhood Development, Education (with a focus in psychology and/or special education), Educational Psychology, Family Development/Relations, Gerontology, Health and Human Services, Human Development, Human Services, Marriage and Family Therapy, Music Therapy, Nursing, Psychiatric Rehabilitation, Psychology, Rehabilitation, Counseling, School Counseling, Social Work, Special Education, Therapeutic Recreation, Vocational Rehabilitation.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• May be exposed to allergenic environments from client’s homes, including extreme heat, humidity, dust, smoke, pet contamination, cleaning supplies, etc.
• May be exposed to clients with infectious diseases.
• Must be able to drive for long periods of time to visit clients in and out of the catchment area as needed.
• Must be able to walk distances, climb and descend stairs, maneuver in and out of agency vehicles.
• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift/push/pull up to 25 pounds at times.

SALARY: $70,577.00

RETIREMENT: NWCSB participates in the Virginia Retirement System

DISCLAIMER: All full-time employees are eligible for a complete benefits package that includes enrollment in Virginia Retirement System. For more information about benefits and a complete list of current job openings, please visit our website, www.nwcsb.com. Positions remain open and advertised until filled.

Northwestern Community Services Board provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,577.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $70,577