Description
The Richmond Behavioral Health Authorit y is seeking a highly energetic and motivated Clinician I/II to work with a multi-gender population with substance use disorders (SUDs) and co-occurring mental health disorders and their families. Responsible for completing intake and assessments, individualized services plans, submitting timely and accurate requests for authorization of services to MCO's'; connecting with needed resources and complying with weekly supervision schedules to ensure clinical approach is fully implemented. Individual will provide care coordination, maintain linkages with referral sources, to include case managers and clinicians, advocate for needed resources, and monitor all services related to the individual's needs. Attends staff meetings, weekly supervision, clinical staffing's, and multi-disciplinary treatment team meetings. Maintains medical records in accordance with quality standards. Provides individual, group and family therapy as required.
Essential Functions
Develops and facilitates psycho-educational groups; provides individual, family and group counseling; implements treatment plans; coordinates daily treatment schedule.
Monitors and manages an assigned caseload.
Provides crisis intervention services to individuals and families.
Develops and maintains administrative and clinical files; prepares various reports and case related correspondence.
Provides consultation, education and prevention services; provides drug and alcohol testing.
Participates in clinical, administrative and supervisory meetings; collaborates with other staff members concerning cases.
Performs intakes, client assessments and diagnostic interviews, and develops and writes comprehensive intake and diagnostic summaries and reports; conducts mental health assessment and monitors level of functioning.
Delivers, provides and monitors medications; provides physician and staff with updates; maintains medical records in accordance with standards.
Prioritizes medication and lab work monitoring with medical staff to maintain compliance.
Manages and documents contacts; enters and updates information in database.
Coordinates case management services; coordinates and links client to community resources and medical services; interfaces with other service providers and client support system.
Attends professional conferences and trainings as required.
Provides child minding assistance to clients attending treatment groups, as needed.
Provides transportation assistance, as needed.
Attends court as needed to update the court on the participant's progress and/or status of new referrals.
Supervises student interns as directed.
Working knowledge related to the needs of individuals with SUDs and co-occurring mental health disorders; behavioral health issues; evidence-based practices for the treatment of individuals with co-occurring disorders to include medicated assisted treatment; good oral and written communication skills; ability to maintain records according to pertinent regulatory, reimbursement, agency and professional standards; ability to work as a team and provide written reports on a weekly basis; ability to advocate for client's treatment needs and lead multi-disciplinary treatment team; strong understanding of the federal regulations regarding substance abuse confidentiality issues. Must have the sensory skills in order to effectively communicate and interact with other employees and the public through the use of the telephone and personal contact as normally defined by the ability to see, read, talk, hear, handle or feel objects and controls. Physical capability to effectively use and operate various items of office related equipment, such as, but not limited to a personal computer, calculator, copier, and fax machine. Some standing, walking, moving, climbing, carrying bending, kneeling, crawling, reaching and handling, pushing and pulling.
Position Requirements
Minimum Qualifications:
Master's degree in psychology, counseling, social work or approved human services approved related degree required.
Experience in a behavioral health setting required.
Licensed or license-eligible required.
CSAC preferred.
Special Requirements
Valid driver's license in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
CPR, CPI, Medication Technician and Prescreener certifications.
RN, CSAC, CADC or certification/license eligible preferred.
Qualifying Clinician staff will be eligible for a $4K sign-on bonus as defined by the terms and conditions of the approved sign-on bonus policy.
Full-Time/Part-Time
Full-Time
Open Date
2/6/2025
Close Date
About the Organization
Join the Fearless!
Richmond Behavioral Health Authority (RBHA) is licensed by the Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services and is the statutorily established public entity responsible for providing mental health, intellectual disabilities, substance abuse and prevention services to the citizens of the City of Richmond.
Our Mission:
RBHA promotes health, wellness, and recovery for the people and communities we serve.
Our Vision:
An inclusive, healthy community where individuals are inspired to reach their highest potential.
Our Values:
Equity / Innovation / Quality / Inclusion / Accessibility / Transparency / Compassion / Integrity
Creating Healthy Communities - One Person, One Family, One Community at a time.
RBHA is committed to providing behavioral health services to all Richmond residents regardless of race, color, gender, age, religion, disability, or national origin.
Services are provided directly by RBHA staff and through contracts with private providers in the community. Funding is received through fees from consumers, the Commonwealth of Virginia, the City of Richmond, and local and state grants.
Starting Salary Range
Clinician I $57,293.01, Clinician II $61,868.12 (licensed)
EOE Statement
Richmond Behavioral Health Authority provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.