Community Stabilization Specialist
About The Position
Join the Hampton-Newport News Community Services Board as a full-time Community Stabilization Specialist - Mobile Crisis and take an exciting step into a fulfilling career in behavioral health. Located in Hampton, VA, this onsite position offers the opportunity to engage directly with individuals in crisis, providing essential care coordination and skill building. You'll play a pivotal role in helping clients achieve stabilization through innovative strategies and a compassionate approach in a supportive team environment. You will be rewarded for your dedication and expertise in promoting mental health and well-being. Since 1971, the Hampton-Newport News Community Services Board has provided the highest quality of behavioral health services to residents of the cities of Hampton and Newport News, Virginia, offering a comprehensive array of programs for both children and adults living with mental illness, developmental disabilities, and/or substance use disorders.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Human Services such as Social Work, Psychology, or Counseling.
- One (1) year experience providing behavioral health services to adults with serious mental illness or emotionally impaired.
- Must be registered with the Board of Counseling to practice as a QMHP or be eligible to register as a QMHP-Trainee within 30 days of employment.
- Valid Virginia Driver's License.
- Must successfully pass a criminal history fingerprint background investigation, DMV record check, Child Registry search, drug screening test and employment reference checks.
Responsibilities
- Implement skill-building interventions and engage natural supports to facilitate effective de-escalation and stabilization strategies.
- Provide critical care coordination that acts as a bridge service, assisting clients as they transition between different levels of care.
- Work with seriously mentally ill individuals, those with substance-related disorders, and emotionally impaired clients using knowledge of assessment and crisis intervention techniques.
- Maintain thorough documentation.
- Monitor progress.
- Coordinate appointments.
- Foster effective working relationships in a supportive team environment.
- Proficiency in computer usage and effective communication are essential for this role.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account
- Paid Time Off
- 11 paid holidays
- Participation in the Virginia Retirement System (VRS)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
