Are you interested in being a part of an organization whose mission is a commitment to improving the quality of life for people with or at risk of developing serious mental illness and preventing these occurrences while minimizing the impact of these conditions through a system of caring that respects and promotes the dignity, rights and full participation of individuals and their families. If so, then Prince William County Community Services is where you need to be working. We are currently loo... more details
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Are you interested in being a part of an organization whose mission is a commitment to improving the quality of life for people with or at risk of developing serious mental illness and preventing these occurrences while minimizing the impact of these conditions through a system of caring that respects and promotes the dignity, rights and full participation of individuals and their families. If so, then Prince William County Community Services is where you need to be working. We are currently looking for a Therapist III to join our emergency services team that provides essential crisis interventions services to the community.
Located within easy commuting distance from Washington, D.C., Northern Virginia and Stafford County, Prince Willian County is a diverse and dynamic community, where we treasure our past and the promise of the future. Come join a team that values quality service, integrity and accountability.
The Department of Community Services currently offers a $2,000.00 Program Stipend for full-time clinical positions employees that work in Emergency / Crisis Services or Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) programs. Also, The Department of Community Services currently offers a $1,000.00 Program Stipend for part-time clinical positions employees that work in Emergency / Crisis Services or Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) programs. The program stipend will be paid out biweekly.
This position qualifies for a hiring bonus of $5,000. This bonus will be paid in two equal installments as funds permit. The first installment of $2,500 is payable upon the County’s first regular pay date following your position start and the final $2,500 installment will be payable on the pay date following the completion of probation.
ABOUT THIS ROLE We are currently looking for a Therapist III to join our Emergency Services team that provides essential crisis interventions services to the community. In this role you will provide supervision to staff, do assessments of client needs and connect the person with appropriate level of resources to help reduce future crises. Job duties include but not limited to:
Provides crisis intervention services in a 24/7 program.
Conducts interviews and makes recommendations for community resources.
Provides outreach, assessment, linkage to and coordination with other service providers.
Provides crisis intervention for clients, including those at high risk for suicide/homicide-under supervisory guidance, evaluates risk and potential need for hospitalization.
Develops and implements risk management plans.
Maintains records according to agency's policies and procedures, prepares reports.
Attends and participates in staff meetings and professional development activities.
Provide supervision and evaluation to Therapist IIs.
PREFERENCES The successful candidate will have:
Master’s Degree in social work, counseling, or related behavioral science field.
Minimum 2-3 year of experience providing clinical services to Serious Mental Illness (SMI).
Licensed in Virginia as an LPC, LCSW or Psychologist.
Experience with conducting risk assessments.
Experience with supervising clinical staff.
Experience working in a behavioral health setting.
Experience collaborating with other departments & stakeholders.
SCHEDULE REQUIREMENTS Must be available for daytime and evening hours.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Must pass DMV record check Must pass TB test Offer of employment is contingent upon the candidate passing a fingerprint based National Criminal History Record Check Child Protective Services Requirements: Effective 1999, mandated by the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services 12VA35-105-400 rules and Regulations for Licensing Providers by the Department of Behavioral Health and Development Services related to Criminal Registry Checks, a search of the registry of founded complaints of child abuse and neglected maintained by the Department of Social Services
Starting Salary Range: $82,777.50 - $111.033
Prince William County Community Services maintains a drug free workplace. NOTE The above position description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department. Click here to view the full class description. Prince William County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employee.
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