Clinician/part-time (Outpatient)
Clinician/part-time (Outpatient)
Mental Health Support Services
Hourly Range: $28.58 - $38.57
Deadline: 11:59 p.m. September 15, 2024
Who We Are:
Mental Health Support Services (MHSS) is the provider of mental health, developmental disabilities, and substance use disorder services for children and adults in Chesterfield County. Our Child & Adolescent Services Team (CAST) is a fun-loving and energetic team that highly values continuing professional growth, self-care, and a supportive work environment. We are currently seeking a part-time Outpatient Clinician to join the CAST team!
Minimum Education and Experience:
Master's degree in a Human Services field; one year of experience working with people with intellectual disabilities and developing behavior plans; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. License eligibility preferred. Specialized training or experience with specific clinical populations or treatment interventions such as autism spectrum disorders or trauma-informed care preferred. Related experience in working with children, adolescents, and families preferred.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Considerable knowledge and understanding of fundamental concepts of normal and abnormal human behavior, personality development, family and group dynamics; considerable knowledge of and an ability to apply a variety of psychotherapeutic treatment techniques; adherence to basic ethics appropriate for a professional helping relationship; knowledge of mental health diagnoses, assessment, and/or psychological and educational testing; some knowledge of consultation program; considerable knowledge of psychosocial history development; very good interviewing and interpersonal skills; ability to communicate clearly, both orally and in writing; demonstrated ability to act with good judgment.
Preferred: Working knowledge of Medicaid-funded MH Case Management (TCM) services and/or providing mental health services in a clinical setting. Verbal and written fluency in both Spanish and English.
Pre-employment drug testing, FBI criminal background check and education/degree verification required.
This position is considered Safety Sensitive and is subject to random drug and alcohol testing.
Duties:
The successful incumbent will participate as part of a clinical team to provide mental health counseling and case management services to youth (ages 4-18) and their families.
Other duties include but are not limited to:
• Providing clinical assessment and evaluation of individuals’ strengths and needs;
• Providing psychotherapy (individual, family, and group);
• Treatment planning;
• Resource linking;
• Client advocacy;
• Case staffing;
• Clinical diagnosis;
• Electronic medical record documentation; and
• Performing other related duties as required.
Please note: Position open until filled (first review to begin July 29, 2024). Previous applicants do not need to re-apply. Applications will remain under consideration until position is filled.
A Chesterfield County application is required and must be submitted online by deadline. Visit chesterfield.gov/careers to view instructions and to complete and submit an application. (804) 748-1551.
An Equal Opportunity Employer Committed to Workforce Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion