EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

 Completion of Master’s Degree in Social Work, Sociology, Psychology, or licensure-track related human services field with experience working with children from a Trauma-Informed Care Perspective. Company mental health service areas include Outpatient Therapy, Immediate Response, and work in Richmond Public Schools. Specialized modalities include art therapy, sand tray therapy, animal-assisted play therapy, play therapy, family therapy, group therapy, short-term trauma-focused treatment, talk therapy, attachment work and CBT

 Must be eligible for supervision towards licensure (i.e., Supervisee in Social Work or Resident in Counseling)

 Must hold a valid, current Commonwealth of VA Driver’s License and be insurable to drive a company vehicle (if needed)

 Other requirements as assigned by DMAS and/or licensure standards

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

 Ability to lift 25+ pounds

 Ability to perform CPR and First Aid at all times

POSITION SUMMARY

The incumbent must be passionate in caring for our community’s most vulnerable children and continually improving the system which supports their healing and growth. The Clinician I will be a vital support for both her/his own clients and will work within a clinical team. This position is an opportunity to affect change in the lives of children while working at a 90-year-old organization dedicated to the highest quality of care. There will be ongoing focus provided to learn effective treatment theories and skills from our team of highly experienced professionals in the field. The Clinician I position supports all services with primary responsibilities concentrating on either clinic- based outpatient therapy, supporting Company's work in Richmond Public Schools, or a combination of both.

The Clinician I position is reserved for clinicians within 24 months of licensure eligibility. Spanish fluency and history of delivering clinical services in Spanish preferred. Should the Clinician I
 employee not meet criteria for state LMHP candidacy within 23 months of identified start date, his/her role may be redefined per needs of the MHS department.

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Delivery of psychotherapeutic clinical care, as well as case management, as outlined in DBHDS and DMAS regulations for each service area assignment.

2. Responsible for the development and implementation of individual, family, and group treatment interventions as applicable to families experiencing stress, recovering from trauma, and/or seeking mental health supports.

3. Clinicians will be responsible for direct therapeutic care of caseload and other clinical duties as assigned such as group therapy, case collaboration, and team coverage. The volume of clinical duties in service of Company clients will be adjusted as needed to maintain appropriate clinical care for clients, stewardship of organization resources, and fulfillment of agency mission. Clinicians will receive yearly production expectations at the start of the fiscal year and will work with Program Supervisors to attain yearly production goal.

4. Maintain compliance with all funding source regulations, rules, and documentation requirements to ensure timely approval of service, which includes submission of notes within 24 hours of service delivery or otherwise directed by Program Supervisor.

5. Ensure compliance with all local, State, and Federal regulatory requirements, including timely and accurate documentation of services provided for: licensure, HIPAA, Medicaid, Department of Social Services, LHRC and other professional standards and funding sources.

6. Work under the direction of your immediate supervisor and within the management structure of the program.

7. Report clinical and other concerns, as outlined in policy, in a timely manner to your clinical supervisor and/or management team.

8. Coordinate and maintain referrals and conduct intake assessments, providing diagnoses as needed.

9. May assist with the management of crisis coordination and the corresponding clinical support team, to include the potential for 24/7 emergency availability and response.

10. Effectively collaborate with colleagues to assure client care is occurring as specified in policy and procedure.

11. Maintain certifications in behavior management training and CPR/FA and be capable of performing these duties. Maintain all applicable credentialing through continuing education and other requirements outlined in code.

12. Participate in outreach events for relationship-building with community partners, trauma-informed consultation, and marketing and education about services, and can have a special emphasis on Company's’ relationship with Richmond Public Schools.

13. Effectively collaborate with colleagues to assure client care is occurring as specified in policy and procedure.

14. Participates in all program team meetings and collaborate with Program Supervisors regarding referral triage and case assignment.

15. Represent Company in a positive and professional manner, internally and externally, as part of the clinical team. Participates in meetings and work with community partners of Company, to possibly include Richmond Public School outreach events and school meetings, Children’s  Mental Health Resource Center, Local Human Rights Committee, Richmond Promise Neighborhood and Trauma-Informed Community Network.

16. Adhere to all Company policies and procedures and complete other tasks as assigned, including administrative or “macro” projects, which may be necessary for the successful management of the program and staff.