Counselor, Emergency Services - License Eligible

Hampton-Newport News Community Services Board • Hampton, VA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Hampton-Newport News Community Services Board (H-NNCSB) provides compassionate behavioral health, developmental disability, and substance use disorder services to the residents of Hampton and Newport News. We are seeking a License-Eligible (LPC or LCSW) Emergency Services Counselor to join our Crisis Services team and provide critical behavioral health assessments and crisis intervention to individuals experiencing psychiatric emergencies.

Requirements

• Master's in a human services field eligible for VA licensure (LPC or LCSW)
• One (1) year of experience in a psychiatric care setting including counseling and crisis intervention functions.
• Eligible to register as a QMHP-T with the Virginia Board of Counseling within 30 days of hire.
• Pre-admission screener certification training modules must be completed within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric crisis assessments and mental status evaluations.
• Provide crisis intervention, supportive counseling, and stabilization services.
• Determine appropriate levels of care and coordinate referrals, hospital admissions, and discharge planning.
• Collaborate with hospitals, law enforcement, emergency responders, and community providers.
• Assist with Temporary Detention Order (TDO) and Emergency Custody Order (ECO) processes.
• Attend hearings as needed and communicate recommendations to treatment providers.
• Maintain timely, accurate, and compliant clinical documentation.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Annual and Sick Leave
• 11 paid holidays
• Participation in the Virginia Retirement System (VRS)
• Clinical Supervision

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level