Therapist, Emergency Services - Relief Staff

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The Loudoun County Department of Mental Health, Substance Abuse and Developmental Services is seeking a talented and motivated individual to serve as a Therapist in the Emergency Services program. In this role, you will work with a trusted and reputable team that has a history of success connecting individuals and their families with person-centered, recovery-oriented services and supports.

We welcome new teammates who approach their professional careers with enthusiasm and dedication to our diverse and fast-growing county. Come be a part of something that matters.

The Department of Mental Health, Substance Abuse and Developmental Services is currently seeking temporary, part-time Therapists.

As the Commonwealth of Virginia transitions to the Crisis Now Model (https://crisisnow.com/), the Emergency Services Program seeks dynamic mental health clinicians to add to a rapidly growing team of mobile mental health professionals who specialize in crisis intervention and stabilization services. Successful candidates excel in complex, fast paced, fluid clinic and community-based environments, and use their expertise in the diagnosis and treatment of mental illness, substance use disorders, and intellectual/developmental disabilities to link individuals in crisis, their families, and support systems to treatment options. Emergency Services Therapists support 24/7/365 crisis response with: excellent rapport building, astute clinical acumen, creative problem solving, adaptability to rapidly changing, often competing changes in demands for service, and a collaborative approach to community services.

This position is part of the relief pool. Schedule is not set and includes any open shifts in the program. Available shifts vary and include days, evenings, nights, weekends, holidays, and other county closures.

Master's degree and currently possess professional licensure through the VA Department of Health Professions Board as a: Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW); Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC); Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT); or Licensed Clinical Psychologist (LCP); two (2) years of professional mental health and/or substance use, which may include internship experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
• Psychiatric Clinical Nurse Specialist
• Medical Doctor (MD)
• Doctor of Osteopathy (DO)
• Previous supervisory experience
• Bilingual English and Spanish speaking abilities.

Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a pre-employment background check to include fingerprinting, credit, NCIC, DMV, and TB test. Must have a good driving record and a valid driver's license in Virginia or regional state of residence.

Candidates must:

• Be eligible for certification as a Certified Preadmission Screening Clinician (CPASC) in accordance with VA DBHDS regulations.
• Adhere to INOVA Loudoun Hospital Center contractor policies.
• Be eligible to be a certified Notary Public.

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Equal Employment Opportunity

Loudoun County Government prides itself on fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace that promotes employee wellness and work-life balance. As an equal opportunity employer, we consider all qualified applicants regardless of age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or other non-merit factors.

Reasonable Accommodation

Applicants who wish to request a reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process should call Human Resources directly at

703-777-0213 or email Human Resources.