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Clinician - Crisis Services, Part Time Contract
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What they do
A Mental or Behavioral Health Counselor works with patients to treat mental health problems. Assesses patients and assists with diagnosis, counseling and crisis intervention. Consults with nurses, doctors and psychiatrists. May work with specific populations, such as youth, senior citizens or substance abusers, in group settings, facilities or hospitals.
$34,411 / year median in Virginia
+13% projected growth
Job Description
PCS is seeking a Behavioral Health Crisis Clinician to provide clinical, care coordination, and consultation services to individuals with mental illness, substance use disorder, and/or developmental disabilities and their families/caregivers. Provides crisis services including crisis intervention, assessment, and counseling to individuals and families experiencing a behavioral health crisis, including those admitted to the Lighthouse 23-hour crisis receiving center. Must be eligible for DBHDS Preadmission Screening Clinician certification. Minimum QMHP required and LMHP and prescreening certification with Emergency Services experience preferred. Valid driver's license and safe driving record required. Varied days and shifts available. About Piedmont Community Services Piedmont Community Services (PCS), or officially the Piedmont Regional Community Services Board, is one of 40 community services boards across the Commonwealth of Virginia that provide behavioral health, developmental disability, substance use, crisis, prevention, residential and housing services. We serve the counties of Franklin, Patrick, and Henry, and the City of Martinsville, Virginia. PCS is committed to engaging the community and providing services to improve the quality of life and mental health of individuals seeking our services.