Mobile Crisis Response Clinician III

About the Role - Works in the City of Virginia Beach Department of Human Services Adult Mobile Crisis Response Program. - Provides rapid response, assessment, and early intervention for behavioral health crises in Virginia Beach, Norfolk, and the Eastern Shore. - Assists individuals experiencing crises that impact their ability to function in family, living, community, school, or work environments. - Work schedule is Monday through Friday, 2:00 pm to 10:30 pm. Key Responsibilities 1. Responds to calls through the Region Crisis Hub System providing Mobile Crisis Intervention and Stabilization services to avert hospitalization. 2. Mobilizes community resources and natural support systems for ongoing maintenance and rehabilitation. 3. Completes clinical documentation, filing, and billing submission accurately and within required timeframes. 4. Completes complex assessments, treatment planning, crisis planning, clinical intervention, consultation, and transition planning. 5. Aids in community education and works to increase referral sources as needed. 6. Works evenings and holidays to meet operational needs. Minimum Qualifications - Education and Experience: Requires a Bachelor's degree in a human services field and five years of experience as a clinician, counselor, therapist, social worker, psychologist, or psychiatric nurse. - Equivalency: Any combination of education above the high school level and/or experience equivalent to nine years in the aforementioned roles. Special Requirements - Must be registered with the Virginia Board of Counseling as a Licensed LPC, LCSW, LCP, LPC Resident in Counseling, or Supervisee in Social Work. - Must be available to work evenings and holidays and may work excess hours for department needs or emergencies. - A DMV transcript and a Child Protective Services check are required. - Preferred experience includes working with adults in crisis, mental health and substance use disorders, conducting complex assessments, and community-based work. Selection Process 1. Application Review: Applications are reviewed ongoingly until a qualified pool is found. 2. Evaluation: Responses to supplemental questions must be supported by the application and resume. 3. Interview: Qualified candidates are invited for ongoing interviews. How to Apply - Complete the online application in its entirety. - Attach a resume, as it is required for this posting. - Ensure all supplemental questions are answered and supported by the provided application and resume details. Employment Details - Employer: City of Virginia Beach, Department of Human Services. - Benefits: Includes health, dental, and life insurance, retirement and savings plans, maternity, paternity, and parental leave, holidays, and paid leave. - Retirement: Full-time employees must contribute 5 percent of their annual salary toward their VRS retirement account via pre-tax payroll deduction. - Workplace Policy: The City of Virginia Beach maintains a drug-free workplace.