Correctional Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP)

CBH Medical • Alberta, VA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The QMHP is responsible for coordinating daily services, as well as facilitating inpatient mental health services and managing transfers to crisis intervention and state facilities.

Requirements

• Masters in the state where you are practicing
• Resident in Counseling (Future LPC) or Supervisee in Social Work (future LCSW)
• QMHP Status in the State of Virginia
• CPR Certificate (if applicable)

Responsibilities

• Coordinate, monitor, and administer mental health services within the medical department.
• Evaluate the mental health status of individuals upon referral.
• Serve as the mental health liaison for the medical unit.
• Provide crisis intervention and psychoeducational services to individuals within the correctional facility.
• Coordinate and facilitate admissions and placements for individuals requiring forensic or community hospital services.
• Collaborate with the Department of Mental Health, as well as county and state agencies, courts, and judges, to ensure continuity of mental health services.
• Provide training to CBH of VA staff on mental health–related topics.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees