Adult Outpatient Clinician (Licensed)

Harrisonburg Rockingham Csb•Harrisonburg, VA

14h•Hybrid

About The Position

This position provides individual and group counseling, education, evaluation, assessment, and treatment planning for individuals with mental health, substance use, and co-occurring disorders. The caseload is primarily focused on Service Members, Veterans, and Families (SMVF), with additional training provided to support this population. The clinician will also serve as a resource for SMVF resources to other clinicians and agency departments. The role requires significant independence and autonomy in daily decision-making regarding behavioral healthcare delivery, with minimal supervision. Expertise in person-centered, evidence-based treatment for substance use and mental health disorders, and effective collaboration with other service providers are essential. Strong judgment and the ability to maintain confidentiality are also required. This position is classified as exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act.

Requirements

Thorough knowledge of principles, practices and methods of mental health and substance use interventions; individual and group therapeutic techniques.
Crisis intervention/emergency techniques.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with clients, co-workers, and service providers from the community.
Knowledge of and adherence to ethical standards appropriate for therapeutic relationships.
Ability to devise and conduct education and training programs for clients and service providers.
Ability to write concisely and effectively.
Demonstrated good judgment.
Good interpersonal skills.
Computer literacy and word processing skills required.
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a master’s degree in human services or related specialty, plus two years of experience in a mental health and/or substance use setting; OR any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
Must be license eligible in the State of Virginia (LPC-R or LCSW-Supervisee).
Staff member is responsible for submitting documentation of status of residency/supervisee at time of hire and annual proof of license renewal to the Human Resources office.

Nice To Haves

Additional training to support the needs of SMVF.

Responsibilities

Provides treatment planning, direct counseling, individual and group therapy, and case management to consumers with mental health and/or substance use disorders, individuals with multiple challenges that interfere with functioning, and family members.
Prioritizes caseload for Service Members, Veterans, and Families.
Receives training and maintains competency in treating the SMVF population.
Serves as a resource to clinicians and other agency departments on SMVF resources and training opportunities.
Meets agency standards for staff productivity.
Assures compliance with agency policy, client rights, confidentiality, professional ethics, licensure regulations, and Medicaid regulations as applicable.
Participates in consultation and coordination meetings to assure effective and efficient delivery of services to consumers.
Maintains effective relationships with co-workers and customers based on courtesy, compassion, and respect.
Completes case recording and documentation promptly that meets external and internal standards, utilizing an Electronic Health Record.
Complies with human rights regulations, agency licensure requirements, confidentiality statutes, third party regulations, and professional code of ethics.
Provides crisis intervention/emergency services.
Participates in workshops and staff development.
Makes effective use of available technology, including word processing, electronic health records, e-mail, and voice mail in order to enhance customer service.
Performs other duties as assigned consistent with established operational policies and procedures.