Enrollment & Intake Therapist - Richmond, VA

Concordance•Richmond, VA

12d•Onsite

About The Position

As one of the first points of contact for potential participants, the Enrollment & Intake Therapist introduces individuals to Concordance’s life-changing services, guiding them through the enrollment process. Using standardized assessments, you’ll identify participant needs, diagnose, and set treatment goals. In this role, you’ll build a foundational relationship between Concordance and participants and maintain engagement during the transition to post-release programming.

Requirements

Master’s degree in counseling, social work, behavioral health, or related field
Independent clinical license
3-5 years of experience working in mental health and substance use disorders, with equal focus on mental health and substance use treatment
Familiarity with and endorsement of the 12-step program
Ability to pass DOC security clearance
Driver’s license
CPR/Adult First Aid certification preferred
Verification of employment eligibility via I-9
Passing a drug test
Satisfactory completion of a background check
Verification of employment and education
Signing the team member handbook
Declaration of no conflicts of interest

Nice To Haves

Passion for our mission
Ability to resolve conflicts in crisis situations, redirect and set boundaries, and work with a diverse team
Collaborative attitude and excitement about working in a multi-disciplinary environment
Flexibility and adaptability to work within correctional facilities
Effective communication skills with both internal and external stakeholders
Skill in documenting interactions in case notes and flagging participant needs
Experience using DSM-5 and assessments to form a diagnosis and set goals and objectives for treatment
Commitment to professionalism, integrity, and compassion in all interactions

Responsibilities

Interviewing potential participants prior to release from prison
Assessing participants’ eligibility for Concordance and obtaining consent from participants for participation
Serving as a primary point of contact for incarcerated individuals, while maintaining a positive and professional presence
Administering assessments to inform diagnoses
Diagnosing participants and creating treatment plans aligned with their goals
Welcoming newly released participants to post-release programming and reaching out to participants who have not yet arrived at the Center
Maintaining and updating records in the electronic record system
When working within a correctional center, building strong, professional, positive relationships with prison staff and administration
Serving as the liaison between participants and the post-release care team upon release
Participating in internal meetings (Behavioral Health and Wellness team meetings, All Team meetings, 1:1 supervisor meeting(s), and training sessions)