Remote Mobile Crisis Counselor (QMHP)
About The Position
Village Behavioral Health is seeking Qualified Mental Health Professionals (QMHP) to join our Comprehensive Mobile Crisis Response (MCR) program. This role combines remote clinical documentation and coordination with local, in-person crisis response within assigned counties. You will be part of a multidisciplinary team providing immediate intervention, de-escalation, stabilization, and linkage to care for individuals experiencing behavioral health crises. Who This Role Is Especially Well-Suited For In addition to traditional behavioral health professionals, this role is an excellent fit for degree-qualified professionals already working in rural and semi-rural communities, including: Teachers and Special Education Teachers who meet QMHP criteria through qualifying degrees and experience Law enforcement officers, deputies, and sheriffs with qualifying college degrees seeking a behavioral-health-focused crisis role Professionals working in corrections, probation, parole, or re-entry services who meet QMHP requirements Active-duty military, National Guard members, reservists, and transitioning service members stationed near Fort Pickett (Blackstone) or surrounding areas who possess qualifying degrees and meet QMHP eligibility Professionals with backgrounds in education, public safety, military service, or human services who are embedded in rural communities and want to apply their skills in crisis response. Many professionals in Prince Edward, Amelia, Dinwiddie, Prince George, Powhatan, Goochland, Hanover, Greenville County, and the Fort Pickett/Blackstone area already meet QMHP eligibility and are well positioned for this work.
Requirements
- Must meet QMHP criteria under Virginia regulations
- Valid Virginia driver’s license, reliable vehicle, and insurance
- GPS-enabled smartphone or tablet
- CPR, First Aid, and Crisis De-escalation certification (or ability to obtain)
- Ability to pass DBHDS background and registry checks
- Reliable internet and HIPAA-compliant remote work practices
Responsibilities
- Respond to mobile crisis dispatches within assigned regions
- Provide crisis intervention, de-escalation, and safety planning
- Collaborate with law enforcement, hospitals, CSBs, and community partners
- Complete accurate, timely documentation in the EHR
- Participate in supervision, training, and team debriefings
Benefits
- Remote documentation and clinical support
- Competitive pay differentials for non-traditional hours
- Meaningful crisis work serving rural and underserved communities
- Strong clinical leadership and structured supervision
- Excellent opportunity for educators, public safety professionals, corrections staff, and military personnelseeking impactful, flexible work
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
