Find Jobs

Find Jobs Near You – Available Work in Your Location

Skip to job details

Apply for this opportunity

To apply for this job, you'll continue to an external website or email application.

Apply Offsite

Nourishing Minds Behavioral Health LLC

Mental Health Crisis Professional (QMHP)-Charlottesville, VA ( surrounding counties)

Pay: $74,880/yr

Posted: 06/05/2026

Location: Charlottesville, VA (Onsite)

Last Updated: 1 week ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/25/2026

Career Insights for Mental Health / Psychiatric Technician

See where this job fits in the broader career landscape. Knowing your career path helps you see what's possible from here.

Scorecard

Based on Virginia data

Review key factors to help you decide if this role fits your goals. How is this calculated?

Were these scores useful?

What they do

A Mental Health or Psychiatric Technician cares for patients with mental illnesses. Works under the direction of a physician and works with specialists involved in mental health care, such as psychiatrists and therapists. Monitors patient symptoms and administers medications. Works in a mental health facility or in a hospital or other healthcare facility.

$41,243 / year median in Virginia

+20% projected growth

Explore Career

Job Description

Job Overview Position starts

SUMMER 2026

(July Launch) Early applicants are encouraged as we are building our team in advance. Nourishing Minds Behavioral Health is seeking compassionate Qualified Mental Health Professional's (QMHP) to respond to community-based mental health crises as part of our 24/7 Mobile Crisis Response Team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in behavioral health and demonstrate a commitment to providing high-quality care to individuals facing mental health challenges. As a QMHP, you will play a critical role in delivering short term interventions, in-person crisis assessments, de-escalation, safety planning, coordination with local resources while supporting clients through various therapeutic interventions. Responsibilities Respond to dispatched crisis calls within your coverage area Complete crisis assessments and safety planning on-site Collaborate with LMHPs for clinical oversight when needed Provide brief interventions and linkages to care Accurately document services in timely manner Participate in on-call rotation as assigned Seeking QMHP's available for Sunday and Monday coverage, including some evening and overnight availability. Qualifications Candidates should have experience in the following areas: Must meet Virginia QMPH-A or C qualifications. Bachelor's degree in human services or related field required. At least 1 year experience in mental/behavioral health Valid driver's license and reliable transportation. Ability to promptly respond to crisis calls in coverage area. Strong communication and problem-solving skills. Mobile Crisis and/or Community Stabilization experience preferred. We invite qualified individuals who are passionate about mental health care to apply for this rewarding opportunity. Join us in making a difference in the lives of those we serve.

Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time, Contract Pay:

$30.00 - $42.00 per hour

Benefits:

Employee discount Flexible schedule Professional development assistance Application Question(s): Are you available to start this position in July 2026?

Work Location:

On the road