QMHP-A/C

Job Title: Mental Health Support Worker

Immediate Supervisor: Clinical Supervisor

Core duties and responsibilities:

1. Identify client's values, strengths, and support systems
2. Provide individual counseling services with a special focus on improving mental and physical health
3. Determine creative and effective strategies for change
4. Provide encouragement and motivation for change to clients
5. Develop and implement individualized treatment plans
6. Teach or enhance daily living skills
7. Assist client in developing and accomplishing housing, employment, and transportation goals
8. Respect client confidentiality
9. Teach appropriate communication skills
10. Attend Court hearings and funding meetings as requested by a referral agency
11. Communicate weekly (or as requested) with referral agency to update on the case
12. Network within the community for resources
13. Promote a team atmosphere among all providers
14. Respond to crises by providing guidance to the client and empowering appropriate choices
15. Communicate respectfully and professionally with clients, referral agents, and co-workers
16. Advocate within the educational environment
17. Complete and submit accurate documentation and billing on time
18. Assume responsibility for professional growth and development
19. Utilize consultation and supervision
20. Attend regular staff meetings and supervision

Minimum knowledge, skills, and abilities:

1. Ability to keep professional boundaries
2. Extensive knowledge of adolescent and adult development and treatment provision
3. Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
4. Ability to work independently
5. Ability to perform the job in accordance with the organization's policies & procedures
6. Must be able to adapt to change and demonstrate flexibility
7. Must possess good organizational and time management skills
8. Possess sound knowledge and understanding of independent living skills
9. Demonstrate critical thinking skills
10. Strong interpersonal skills

The Village Children and Family Services, LLC

7305 Hancock Village Drive, Ste315, Chesterfield Virginia 23832 Phone: (804) Fax: (866) 781-9646

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Other Job Requirements:

1. Availability to work a varying schedule including evenings and weekends
2. Possess a valid driver's license
3. Access to own vehicle to transport clients
4. Must pass an extensive background check
5. Must have a good driving record
6. Must have a local cell phone
7. Must be registered as a QMHP A/C/T

Educational requirements: Must possess at least a bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, or a related field and experience providing direct behavioral health services to individuals with mental illness, intellectual disability, or receiving gerontology or special education services. Must meet current Virginia Medicaid qualifications for Qualified Mental Health Professional.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $17.00 - $26.00 per hour

Benefits:

1. Dental insurance
2. Flexible schedule
3. Health insurance
4. Professional development assistance
5. Referral program
6. Vision insurance

Schedule:

1. 8 hour shift
2. Overtime

Experience:

1. Therapists & Counselors: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: One location