Child and Adolescent Outpatient Clinician

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General Statement of Duties:

To provide individual and family counseling, education, evaluation, assessment, and treatment planning for children, adolescents, and their families with mental health concerns. The Child and Adolescent Outpatient Clinician is directly responsible to the Supervisor of Children’s Clinical Services. He or she is expected to exercise considerable independence and autonomy in day-to-day decision-making related to the delivery of behavioral healthcare and to carry out those services on a daily basis with a minimum of supervision. The position requires a high level of expertise in the area of child/family diagnosis, treatment, and case management; a knowledge of and adherence to basic ethics and confidentiality appropriate for a helping relationship; the ability to problem solve and work cooperatively and effectively with Board staff from a number of different disability backgrounds and with staff from other community agencies that provide services to children.

This position is exempt from the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  • Extensive knowledge of a wide range of diagnostic, evaluative and psychotherapeutic techniques and treatment modalities for children, adolescents, and families.
  • Advanced skills in delivering psychotherapy services to children of all ages and to their families.
  • Thorough understanding of the dynamics of child abuse and advanced skills in intervention with this population.
  • Knowledge and adherence to basic ethics appropriate for a helping profession
  • Ability to provide effective consultation, education and training services related to children and their families.
  • Ability to work cooperatively and effectively with others.
  • Ability to speak and write concisely and effectively.

 

Minimum Education and Experience:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a master’s degree in human services. Professional Licensure or Licensure Eligible is required. Staff member is responsible for submitting proof of license renewal to Human Resources office.

 

Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, regular office hours; Additional hours as needed to perform job requirements.  Regular attendance is required.

Other Requirements:

Valid Driver’s License with an acceptable driving record.

Employment is contingent upon passing a background check.

E-Verify Notice: After accepting employment, new hires are required to complete an I-9 form and present documentation of their identity and eligibility to work in the United States

HRCSB is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, genetic information, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process may contact recruitment@hrcsb.org.

Community Case Manager

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General Statement of Duties:

This position works in conjunction with the Community Paramedics at Harrisonburg Fire Department and is housed in the Public Safety Building HFD office.  This co-responding team will work in the community to build partnerships with community members and ultimately utilize resources to keep individuals served in their home. The Community Case Manager will support the overall goal of reducing low acuity calls for EMS services and creating positive results in the community by identifying needs related to mental health, substance use, and chronic disease management in potentially underserved or at-risk populations.  This team will work to not only address a current need but assess for underlying needs that may offer an opportunity for longer term improvements which reduce the need for future use of 911.

 

The role of the Community Case Manager will be to provide crisis intervention services aimed at determining the underlying needs contributing to the crisis.  As part of the co-responding Community Team, the case manager will provide the necessary time and referrals needed while Community Paramedics are able to assess and determine necessary medical response (immediate or otherwise).  The interventions will be varied and may include, but are not limited to: providing resources related to caregiving, providing healthcare resources, connecting with mental health treatment, providing resources to rehabilitate living conditions.  The Community Case Manager will collaborate with the individuals natural supports, medical and mental health providers, social service providers, and other community resources as needed (at the discretion of the client).

 

This position requires a multifaceted skill set that embraces the whole person perspective of treatment.  The individual must be able to engage an individual in crisis and meet that person where they are to assess and determine the underlying needs, knowledge of area resources, ability to create an accessible plan of care, and diligent follow-up to ensure efficacy.

 

This position is classified non-exempt under the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

    • Maintains trauma-informed treatment perspective.
    • Good assessment, evaluative, resource identification, and crisis intervention skills.
    • Knowledge of systems of mental health and substance abuse disorders
    • Ability to function calmly in stressful situations.
    • Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
    • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and with private and public agency personnel.
    • Knowledge of and adherence to basic ethics appropriate for a helping relationship; ability to write concisely and effectively
    • Ability to work collaboratively with diverse individuals, including consumers, professionals, and family members Ability to work as part of a team to assist in providing administrative and clinical supervision.

 

Minimum Education and Experience:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in any Human Service related field.  .

Additional Requirements:

  • Mandt Training
  • CPR Certification
  • Trauma Informed Training
  • First Aid Certification
  • AED Training
  • Valid Driver’s License
  • Background Check

 

HRCSB is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process may contact Human Resources at recruitment@hrcsb.org.

Permanent Supportive Housing- Program Assistant

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This position is a primarily office-based role that will provide administrative support to the Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH) team. Support includes, but is not limited to, assisting other service providers or prospective participants complete PSH referral documentation, processing referrals, managing voucher administration and payment requests, processing PSH funds requests, invoices and receipts, collecting data and completing data entry into various platforms, compiling and administering satisfaction surveys, and other duties that support the daily functions of PSH program. The position involves some contact with associates in human service organizations, state and local government, professional organizations, and community advocacy groups.

The Program Assistant position is directly supervised by the PSH Supervisor.

Persons in this class are classified non-exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act.

Major Essential Functions:

  •  Assists other service providers or prospective participants with completing PSH referral documentation, including outreach to referrals with no connection to other support services (this may include some off-site work).
  • Processes new PSH referrals and maintains the PSH referral list.
  • Collects purchase requests, invoices and receipts for processing and documentation.
  • Manages PSH voucher administration, including payment requests, participant certification and recertification processes and database maintenance.
  • Maintains several database and data collection platforms as required by the Department of Behavioral Health and Disability Services (DBHDS) & Continuum of Care (CoC) partnerships.
  • Compiles and administers bi-annual data collection and satisfaction surveys for PSH participants.
  • Makes effective use of available technology, including computers, e-mail, voicemail and electronic health record.
  • Maintains effective relationships with co-workers and consumers based on courtesy, compassion and respect.
  • Maintains a working understanding of other PSH team members’ roles in order to provide assistance with coverage or other support as needed.
  • Performs other duties as agency needs require.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to assume appropriate initiative and set and meet goals.
  • Ability to work cooperatively and effectively with other individuals and organizations.
  • Demonstrated effective communication skills, good judgement and conflict resolution skills.
  • Computer literacy and word processing skills required. With the ability to create spreadsheets and previous experience with data collection platforms a plus.
  • Previous experience with payment processing is a plus.
  • Knowledge of mental health, substance abuse, intellectual disability concepts, and basic understanding of practices such as Housing First, Motivational Interviewing, Harm Reduction and Trauma Informed Care is a plus.

Minimum Education and Experience:

High School diploma with the equivalent of two years of college credit towards a Bachelor’s Degree OR any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

Adult Outpatient Clinician I

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The Harrisonburg-Rockingham Community Services Board is pleased to offer a new opportunity to join a team of therapists dedicated to serving their community. This full-time therapy position will provide individual and group therapy to individuals struggling with mental health, substance use, and co-occurring issues. Benefits that come with this position include health care, enrollment in the Virginia Retirement System, and 13 holidays built into the schedule on top of other banks of leave time made available to all HRCSB employees. Ideal candidates will be passionate about working with a diverse group of clients with a variety of treatment needs and will approach this work from a person centered and trauma informed perspective. License (LCSW, LPC) or License Eligible Status is required for this position.

General Statement of Duties:

To provide individual and group counseling, education, individual evaluation, assessment, treatment planning, for persons with mental health, substance use, and co-occurring disorders. The Adult Outpatient Clinician is directly responsible to the Senior Manager of Adult Outpatient Services. The position requires expertise in the area of person-centered, evidenced-based treatment of substance use and mental health disorders, as well as the ability to work effectively with other service providers both within the Board system and in the community. Good professional judgment and the ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality are also required.

Persons in this class are classified exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act.

Major Essential Functions:

  • Provides treatment planning, direct counseling, individual and group therapy, and case management to consumers with mental health and/or substance use disorders, individuals with multiple challenges that interfere with functioning, and family members.
  • Meets agency standards for staff productivity.
  • Assures compliance with agency policy, client rights, confidentiality, professional ethics, licensure regulations, and Medicaid regulations as applicable.
  • Participates in consultation and coordination meetings to assure effective and efficient delivery of services to consumers.
  • Maintains effective relationships with co-workers and customers based on courtesy, compassion, and respect.
  • Completes documentation same day as per agency and third payer requirements.
  • Complies with human rights regulations, agency licensure requirements, confidentiality statutes, third party regulations, and professional code of ethics.
  • Provides crisis intervention/emergency services as needed and appropriate.
  • Participates in workshops and staff development.
  • Attends and actively engages in supervision with clinical supervisor to meet requirements of licensed eligible status.
  • Makes effective use of available technology, including word processing, electronic health records, e-mail, and voice mail in order to enhance customer service.
  • Performs other duties as assigned consistent with established operational policies and procedures.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  • Thorough knowledge of principles, practices and methods of mental health and substance use interventions; individual and group therapeutic techniques; crisis intervention/emergency techniques.
  • Demonstrates ability to work effectively with clients, co-workers, and service providers from the community.
  • Knowledge of, and adherence to, ethical standards appropriate for therapeutic relationships.
  • Ability to devise and conduct education and training programs for clients and service providers.
  • Ability to write concisely and effectively.
  • demonstrates good judgment.
  • Effective interpersonal skills.
  • Computer literacy and work processing skills required.

Minimum Education and Experience:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a master’s degree in human services or related specialty, OR any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Must be licensed eligible in the State of Virginia. (LPC-R or LCSW-Supervisee). Staff member is responsible for submitting documentation of status of residency/supervisee at time of hire and annual proof of license renewal to the Human Resources office.

Other Information:

Equipment: Telephone, copy machine, PC, word processing, EHR, training software

Work Environment: General office environment with normal lighting levels, temperature, air quality, ventilation and noise levels.

Work Location: 1241 North Main Street, Harrisonburg; and other sites as determined by program needs.

Work Hazards: Standard hazards associated with treatment programs.

Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, regular office hours; some evening hours required as scheduled. Additional hours as needed to perform job requirements. Regular and prompt attendance is required.

HIPAA Access Level 2: Full read/write access to protected health information (PHI), limited to the minimum necessary, for all clients directly served or assigned, as well as all clients indirectly served through case consultation, clinical supervision, program management, or coverage requirements. Staff at Level 2 are allowed to seek out client PHI as necessary to perform their assigned duties, but are expected to exercise due precautions to limit exposure to any PHI which is outside the scope of their need to know. Utilization of information will be in accordance with HIPAA regulations regarding use limitation, disclosure and requests of PHI.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Professional development assistance
  • Referral program
  • Retirement plan
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance

Adult Mental Health Case Manager

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General Statement of Duties:

Provides community based services for individuals with serious mental illness, some of whom have co-occurring disorders or disabilities. An emphasis is on securing and coordinating services to meet multiple needs of clients, providing support to families, and working with the CSB Community Liaison to assist clients with transition from local and state hospitals to community services. The position is supervised by the Adult Mental Health Case Management Supervisor.  Regularly scheduled supervision is provided as well as consultation and assistance necessary to accomplish the work. This position requires the ability to work with considerable independence and sound judgment, willingness and ability to utilize supervision, and commitment to working with individuals whose needs may be challenging to meet.

Major Essential Functions:

  • Provides face-to-face in-home services including securing and monitoring other treatment services to adults with SMI who are referred by CSB intake staff, through the Supervisor or other agency referral sources.
  • Manages an assigned caseload of individuals with serious mental illness, some of whom have co-occurring disorders.
  • Assesses, secures, monitors, and coordinates multiple services according to client’s needs.
  • Provides supportive counseling to persons with serious mental illness, and their family members as appropriate.
  • Provides support to clients and families during times of crisis, and links clients to appropriate crisis stabilization services;
  • Participates in pre-discharge planning for assigned caseload of clients in psychiatric hospital, and/or other facilities.
  • Assures compliance with agency policy, client rights, confidentiality, licensure regulations, and Medicaid regulations as applicable.
  • Maintains effective relationships with co-workers and customers based on courtesy, compassion, and respect. insures that staff protect carefully the confidentiality of clients.
  • Participates in team meetings.
  • Makes effective use of available technology, including computers, e-mail, and voice mail in order to enhance customer service.
  • Demonstrates a desire and willingness to continue growing and learning professionally, as evidenced by participation in appropriate workshops, seminars, and conferences.
  • Performs other related duties consistent with the mission of the Harrisonburg-Rockingham Community Services Board.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
  •  Extensive knowledge of a wide range of client service approaches and resources for individuals with serious and persistent mental illness.
  • Skills in delivering services and crisis interventions.
  • Ability to work cooperatively and effectively with clients, co-workers, and service providers from the community.
  • Ability to make use of local community resources to meet client’s needs.
  • Knowledge of and adherence to basic ethics appropriate for helping professions.
  • Ability to write and document services concisely and effectively.
  • Demonstrated good judgment.
  • Good interpersonal skills.
  •  Basic computer literacy and word processing skills preferred.
Additional Requirement:
Possession of a current, valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
Minimum Education and Experience:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree required; additional education in human services or a related specialty and/or experience in a mental health, developmental disabilities, or substance abuse setting preferred; candidates must have a combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
Other Information:
Equipment: Telephone, copy and fax machine, vehicle, PC, word processing software, electronic health record.
Work Environment: General office environment with normal lighting levels, temperature, air quality, ventilation and noise levels. Community settings, facilities, individual’s homes with environment as determined by occupant.
Work Location: 1241 N. Main St., Harrisonburg; individuals’ homes, facilities, and/or community settings.
Work Hazards:  Standard hazards associated with a mental health treatment environment including hazards associated with problem behaviors. Use of universal precautions required.
Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, regular office hours; some evening and weekend hours may be required; additional hours as needed to perform job requirements. Regular and reliable attendance is required.
HIPAA Access Level 2:  Full read/write access to protected health information (PHI), limited to the minimum necessary, for all clients directly served or assigned, as well as all clients indirectly served through case consultation, clinical supervision, program management, or coverage requirements. Staff at Level 2 are allowed to seek out client PHI as necessary to perform their assigned duties, but are expected to exercise due precautions to limit exposure to any PHI which is outside the scope of their need to know. Utilization of information will be in accordance with HIPAA regulations regarding use limitation, disclosure and requests of PHI

ACT Nurse

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General Statement of Duties:

Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) Nurse (Registered Nurse or Licensed Professional Nurse) will provide in-home services to clients with severe and persistent mental illness. Position is responsible for meeting the nursing service needs of agency consumers by providing competent standards of care in direct and indirect care roles. The Nurse will assist clients with medical aspects of their care through administering and delivering medications, assessing for medication side effects, educating about medications taken to ensure patient’s informed consent, and providing education about symptoms management. The Nurse will work in conjunction with others on the ACT Team to provide comprehensive services for clients in their homes and community settings. This position involves a rotation of day, evening and weekend shift coverage including overnight and weekend rotation of on-call coverage. This position includes assessing service needs, developing treatment plans and providing assistance with access to community resources. Incumbent assists in obtaining medication and monitors response to prescribed medications and ensures that the medical staff has accurate information about the consumer’s response and/or difficulties related to the medication. The incumbent is expected to exercise a high level of confidentiality regarding clients and services. Receives regular direct supervision from ACT Supervisor, however, direct oversight of medical duties is performed by ACT Psychiatric Care Provider. Assures compliance with agency policy, client rights, confidentiality, licensure regulations and Medicaid regulations as applicable.

Major Essential Functions:

  • Assist in obtaining, safe storage, handling, and administration of IM and oral medications in compliance with state and federal law, department guidelines, and Community Service Board policy and procedure, as well as safe storage and handling of necessary medical supplies.
  • Prepares medication for regular delivery to client, checking medication orders for accuracy. As well as filling out proper documentation as per written protocol.
  • Practices good venipuncture techniques and administers intramuscular injections under the direction of the medical prescriber.
  • Provides basic medical assessment to consumers, including monitoring vital signs.
  • Monitors clients for development of side effects of medications, reporting this to the prescriber and documenting as such in the client case record.
  • Assists with calling in medications ordered by the prescriber to pharmacies as authorized by psychiatric care provider.
  • Assists psychiatric care provider with managing indigent programs and use of sample medications, as needed for clients.
  • Assists with arranging and coordinating laboratory testing as ordered by the psychiatric care provider.
  • Assists with obtaining prior authorizations from insurance companies for client medications as ordered by the psychiatric care provider.
  • Assists with therapeutic interventions in both individual and group settings to persons who are in crisis due to their mental health status.
  • Assists with admission process for individuals being admitted to the program.
  • Responsible for the cleaning and upkeep of the medication room and other program areas on a routine basis.
  • Provides medication, health, and wellness education on an individual and group basis to clients.
  • Provides training and support with activities of daily living, performs crisis intervention, and facilitates prescreening/hospitalizations when necessary. Assists and participates in all hospital diversion, hospital care coordination, and hospital discharge/re-integration services.
  • Documents client contacts and maintains client records in accordance with established board policy and procedure.
  • Assists with discharge planning and process, which includes ensuring clients are discharged with adequate supply of medications and the resources to obtain continued needed supplies.
  • Makes effective use of technology available to use.
  • Maintains effective relationships with co-workers and clients based on courtesy, compassion, and respect.
  • Participates in team meetings, clinical staffing and supervision.
  • Participates in professional development training, seminars, and conferences.
  • Is responsible for the duties as assigned that are consistent with established Board policy.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  • Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of nursing;
  • Adherence to the code of ethics of the nursing profession;
  • Knowledge of principles, practices, and techniques involved in the diagnosis and treatment of individuals with mental health, and co-occurring disorders both individually and in a group setting.
  • Knowledge of mental health, substance abuse and co-occurring, treatment interventions both individually and in a group setting.
  • Ability to problem-solve and respond quickly to crisis situations. Ability to function calmly in stressful situations.
  • Basic knowledge about mental illness and the use of psychotropic medication in its treatment.
  • The ability to assess both general health problems and medication side effects.
  • Ability to organize and attend to detail in the delivery of medication.
  • Good interpersonal skills
  • Ability to deal positively and constructively with changes and new challenges.
  • Demonstrated good judgment, and the ability to work with considerable autonomy. The ability to work comfortably with a wide diversity of both professional staff and clients is required.

Physical Requirements:

  • May be exposed to allergenic environments in client’s homes, including extreme heat, humidity, dust, smoke, pet contamination, cleaning supplies, etc.
  • May be exposed to clients with infectious diseases.
  • Must be able to drive for long periods of time to visit clients in and out of the catchment area as needed.
  • Must be able to walk distances, climb and descend stairs, maneuver in and out of agency vehicles.
  • Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
  • Must be able to lift/push/pull up to 25 pounds at times.

Minimum Education and Experience:

Graduation from an accredited college or nursing school with a degree or diploma in practical nursing, current licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Professional Nurse (LPN) in the Commonwealth of Virginia, plus three years of nursing experience which includes experience working with mental health and/or substance use disorder clients. Must be eligible to register as a Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) or QMHP-trainee with the State of Virginia. Staff member is responsible for submitting proof of license renewal to the Human Resources office. Possession of a valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record as reported by the Department of Motor Vehicles are required for persons using a personal or agency vehicle in the performance of their duties.

Additional Requirements:

  • Mandt Training
  • CPR Certification and First Aid Certification
  • AED Training

Other Information:

Equipment: Standard nursing equipment, telephone; computer hardware and software as required, misc. household appliances (i.e. washer/dryer, stove, dishwasher)

Work Environment: Office setting with normal lighting levels, temperature, air quality, ventilation, and noise levels. Community settings including medical offices, client homes, stores, outdoor settings, etc.

Work Location: 1241 N. Main St., Harrisonburg, VA 22802

Work Hazards: Standard hazards associated with a mental health treatment environment. Standard hazards associated with human service residential environment including hazards associated with problem behaviors; behaviors and hazards associated with necessary use of medical procedures. Use of universal precautions required. Use of protective equipment recommended.

Work Schedule: ACT is a 24-hour program and flexibility is required in order to meet and respond to coverage needs and individual residents’ needs. Shifts will vary to meet the needs of the program. Full-time employees are required to work 40 Hours each week. Monday through Friday- day and/or evening shifts. Weekends and Holidays- evening shifts on a rotating basis with ACT team members. Overnight and weekend on-call on a rotating basis with ACT team members. Regular and reliable attendance is required.

HIPAA Access Level 2: Full read/write access to protected health information (PHI), limited to the minimum necessary, for all clients directly served or assigned, as well as all clients indirectly served through case consultation, clinical supervision, program management, or coverage requirements. Staff at Level 2 are allowed to seek out client PHI as necessary to perform their assigned duties, but are expected to exercise due precautions to limit exposure to any PHI which is outside the scope of their need to know. Utilization of information will be in accordance with HIPAA regulations regarding use limitation, disclosure and requests of PHI.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid sick time
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

 

Substance Abuse Case Manager

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General Statement of Duties:

This position is a member of a team of professionals who provide intensive treatment and support to people with substance use disorders, with a particular emphasis on clients who are involved in various levels of the criminal justice system. The person in this position is responsible for providing a wide range of case management and administrative services to clients who will present with complex goals and needs.  This position will assist participants with substance use, and co-occurring substance use/mental health disorders, in addressing multiple issues and barriers that interfere with long-term recovery.  This person will also link participants to services, both within the agency and in the larger community, to address their respective needs. Strong collaboration skills are essential as this position will often require working directly with a variety of community partners, including law enforcement officers, probation officers, lawyers, and judges.  This position will often serve as a client advocate, representing the participant’s interest in both accessing services and ensuring that services are used effectively. The substance use case manager works under the regular supervision of the Supervisor of Community Outreach.

 

Persons in this position are classified non-exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act.

 

Major Essential Functions:

  • Manages an assigned caseload of individuals struggling with different degrees of substance use, frequently to include clients also involved with the legal system/Drug Court. Case load will include individuals who have a high risk of relapse or continued use without intervention.
  • With legal involved clients, will monitor and do outreach to assist clients in meeting terms and conditions of their respective programs.
  • Uses a motivational approach to engage participants to increase buy-in, participation, and retention.
  • Identifies case management needs and develops individualized case management service plans that match needs within appropriate resources.
  • Secures, monitors, and coordinates multiple services to address identified needs that include treatment for substance use or co-occurring substance use and mental health disorders, housing, transportation, childcare, general healthcare, employment and financial assistance.
  • Gathers information in a variety of means, such as; phone call, letter or face-to-face interviews.
  • Is responsible for coordinating admission, discharge planning, and arranging continuing care for detoxification and residential alcohol/drug treatment.
  • Works collaboratively with community agencies including: probation and pretrial services, Commonwealth Attorney’s office, substance use treatment providers, Harrisonburg Community Health Center, Free Clinic, Department of Social Services, Child Protective Services, and the Department of Rehabilitation and Aging.
  • Refers clients at risk for HIV infection, AIDS, TB, Hepatitis and STD to appropriate agencies for testing and treatment.
  • Provides support, consultation, and referrals when clients are in crisis.
  • Works with clients in a variety of settings, including CSB offices, legal system related settings, individual’s homes, job sites, and other community base settings.
  • Maintains a current knowledge regarding alcohol and drug treatment issues.
  • Assures compliance with agency policy, client rights, confidentiality, licensure regulations and Medicaid regulations.
  • Maintains effective working relationships with co-workers, clients, community Agencies and regional service providers based on courtesy, compassion, and respect.
  • Is responsible for other duties assigned, consistent with established policy and procedure.

 

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  • Thorough knowledge of the principles, practices and methods of substance abuse treatment and case management.
  • Good interpersonal skills, the ability to work effectively with service providers from other disciplines and disabilities.
  • The ability to identify critical linkages.
  • Extensive networking experience.
  • The ability to work with persons from many socioeconomic and educational levels who are experiencing a wide variety of substance use related problems.
  • Knowledge of, and adherence to, basic ethics appropriate for professional helping relationships.
  • The ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing.
  • Demonstrate good judgement.

 

Minimum education and Experience:

  • A Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services, or a related field, is required.
  • At least two years of experience in a substance abuse setting.
  • Any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities to work with this population.

 

Other Information:

Equipment: Telephone, copy machine, personal computer, word processing software.

 

Work environment: General office environment with normal lighting levels, temperature, air quality, ventilation and noise levels. Community settings, facilities, individuals’ homes with environment as determined by occupant.

 

Office Location: 1241 North Main Street, Harrisonburg; and other sites as determined by program needs.

 

Work Hazards: Minimal hazards associated with rehabilitation programs

 

Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, regular office hours; some evening, weekend, additional hours may be needed at times to perform job requirements.  Regular and reliable attendance is an expectation in this position.

 

HIPAA Access Level 2:  Full read/write access to protected health information (PHI), limited to the minimum necessary, for all clients directly served or assigned, as well as all clients indirectly served through case consultation, clinical supervision, program management, or coverage requirements. Staff at Level 2 are allowed to seek out client PHI as necessary to perform their assigned duties, but are expected to exercise due precautions to limit exposure to any PHI which is outside the scope of their need to know. Utilization of information will be in accordance with HIPAA regulations regarding use limitation, disclosure and requests of PHI.

CSU Lead Nurse

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Major Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Assures accessible and effective 24-hour delivery of medical services appropriate to the admission and maintenance of residential crisis stabilization services including coordination with medical prescriber when necessary.
  • Supervises and schedules the work of crisis stabilization nursing staff, including shift coverage, and the coordination with CSU medical providers.
  • Provides for the safe storage, handling, and administration of IM and oral medications in compliance with state and federal law, departmental guidelines, and Community Services Board policy and procedure, as well as safe storage and handling of necessary medical supplies
  • Call in physician medication orders to pharmacies as authorized by physician.
  • Providing medical decision-making & leadership as part of CSU Leadership (along with Supervisor and Case Coordinator.)
  • Provides leadership to and medical services oversight of other nurses.
  • Arranges lab tests
  • Practices good venipuncture techniques and administers intramuscular injections under the direction of the medical provider.
  • Monitors clients for the development of side effects of medications, reporting this to the medical provider and ensuring best practice documentation
  • Reviews laboratory results and reports irregularities to medical provider.
  • In conjunction with CSU team, coordinates and administers a comprehensive health history, making appropriate referrals as needed for further assessment and treatment. Provides consultation to other clinical staff regarding health care issues.
  • Provides leadership to the nursing team and quality assurance of the programming and delivery of the educational nursing group to include medication, health, and wellness education on an individual and group basis to residents of the facility.
  • Documents client contacts and maintains client records in accordance with established Board policy and procedure;
  • Participates, as necessary, with Board staff and staff of other agencies in planning services for CSU residents;
  • Contributes to the positive culture of the CSU and facilitates an environment of courtesy, compassion, and respect amongst staff.
  • Makes effective use of available technology, including computers, e-mail, and voice mail in order to enhance customer service;
  • Maintains effective relationships with co-workers and customers based on courtesy, compassion, and respect;
  • Is responsible for other duties as assigned, consistent with established Board policy.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  • Knowledge of psychopharmacology, serious mental illness, blood drawing techniques, medical issues related to mental illness, substance abuse symptomatology, and medication side effects.
  • Skills in the area of consultation and documentation and the ability to communicate with a wide variety of individuals.
  • Ability to assess the nursing needs of consumers with mental illnesses and co-occurring disorders.
  • Ability to dispense medications including IM injections and to draw blood.
  • Ability to establish positive care-giving relationships with consumers and family members.
  • Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of nursing;
  • Adherence to the code of ethics of the nursing profession;
  • The ability to assess both general health problems and medication side effects;
  • Ability to organize and attend to detail in the delivery of medication;
  • Good interpersonal skills demonstrated good judgment, and the ability to work with considerable autonomy as well as part of a clinical team.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and with private and public agency personnel.

Minimum Education and Experience:

Graduation from an accredited college or nursing school with a degree or diploma in nursing, current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia plus four years of nursing experience which includes experience working with mental health clients. QMHP-A credentialed as defined by DBHDS preferred. Staff member is responsible for submitting proof of license renewal to the Human Resources office.

Additional Requirements:

  • Mandt Training
  • CPR Certification
  • AED Training
  • Trauma Informed Training

Other Information:

Equipment: Standard nursing equipment, telephone; computer hardware and software as required, misc. household appliances (i.e. washer/dryer, stove, dishwasher)

Work Environment: Residential setting with normal lighting levels, temperature, air quality, ventilation, and noise levels.

Work Location: 1353 N. Main St., Harrisonburg, VA 22802

Work Hazards: Standard hazards associated with a mental health treatment environment. Standard hazards associated with human service office environment including hazards associated with problem behaviors; behaviors and hazards associated with necessary use of medical procedures. Use of universal precautions required. Use of protective equipment recommended.

Work Schedule: Schedule includes weekday daytime hours. However, flexibility is required in order to meet and respond to coverage needs and individual residents’ needs. On-Call (24/7) rotation shared with CSU Coordinator and CSU Supervisor. .Regular attendance is expected.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance

 

Medical specialties:

  • Psychiatry

 

Physical setting:

  • Inpatient

 

Standard shift:

  • Day shift

 

Supplemental schedule:

  • On call

 

Weekly schedule:

  • Monday to Friday

 

Work Location: In person

Children’s Crisis Clinician

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General Statement of Duties:

To provide brief and supportive counseling services to students in the local public school system.  Clinician works directly and effectively with students, families, school personnel, community partners and other youth serving organizations. The clinician practices independence and good judgment in decision making related to services to the identified population. Clinician works under the regular supervision of the Supervisor of Child and Adolescent Clinical Services.  Regularly scheduled supervision is provided as well as consultation and assistance necessary to accomplish work.

Persons in this position are classified non-exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act.  Please note that continuation of this position is contingent upon annual renewal of service contracts between the Harrisonburg City and/or Rockingham County local school systems.

Major Essential Functions:

Provides education, prevention, and early intervention services to clients referred through either the Rockingham County or Harrisonburg City Public School System;

Provide face-to-face individual and group services to at-risk or hard to serve youth;

Provide crisis intervention and referral services as needed;

Conducts pre/post-tests with students utilizing rating scales approved by this agency and school personnel;

Enter and track data on spreadsheet regarding utilization of services;

Meet with an average of 20 students per week that school is in session;

Maintains a current level of knowledge regarding causes for adolescent violence, trauma, and adolescent mental health and substance abuse issues;

Attend meetings with parents and school personnel as appropriate;

Must maintain an active professional license (LPC/LCSW) that is in good standing within the State of Virginia.

Assures compliance with agency policy, client rights, confidentiality, and licensure regulations;

Maintains effective relationships with co-workers, clients, families, school personnel, community agencies and other youth serving organizations;

Makes effective use of available technology, including computers, e-mail, and voice mail in order to enhance customer service;

Is responsible for other duties as assigned, consistent with established policy and procedures.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Thorough knowledge of the principles, practices and methods of mental health and substance abuse treatment; good interpersonal skills, the ability to work effectively with service providers from other disciplines and disabilities, particularly those in the school system and other child serving agencies; the ability to work with persons from many socioeconomic and educational levels who are experiencing a wide variety of problems; knowledge of and adherence to the basic

ethics appropriate for helping relationships; the ability to communicate clearly and effectively,

both verbally and in writing; ability to teach and provide education to individuals and groups; demonstrated good judgment.

Minimum Education and Experience:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Masters Degree in Human Services related field plus two years of experience working with children & youth, or any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Licensed (LPC/LCSW) in the State of Virginia required. Individual is required to provide copy of licensed to Human Resources at the time of hire.

Other Information:

Equipment: Telephone, copy machine, PC, word processing software

Work Environment: General office and group room environment with normal lighting, temperature, air quality, ventilation and noise levels. Classroom facility with environment as determined by school personnel.

Work Location: 1241 N Main St., Harrisonburg; Rockingham County Public Schools or Harrisonburg City Public Schools.

Work Hazards: Minimal hazards associated with a general office environment and rehabilitation programs; occasional hazards associated with problem behaviors.

Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, regular school and office hours; 10 month position (mid-Aug through mid-June) (Regular and reliable attendance required)

Early Intervention Clinician II

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General Statement of Duties

To provide brief and supportive counseling services to students in the local public school system. Clinician works directly and effectively with students, families, school personnel, community partners, and other youth serving organizations. The clinician practices independence and good judgement in decision making related to services to the identified population. Clinician works under the regular supervision of the supervisor of Child and Adolescent Clinical Services. Regularly scheduled supervision is provided as well as consultation and assistance necessary to accomplish work.

Persons in this position are classified as non-exempt under FLSA.

Continuation of this position is contingent upon annual renewal of service contracts between the city of Harrisonburg and/ or Rockingham County local school system.

 

Major Essential Functions

  • Provides education, prevention, and early intervention services to clients referred through either the Rockingham County or Harrisonburg City Public School System.
  • Provide face-to-face individual and group services to at-risk or hard to serve youth.
    Provide crisis intervention and referral services as needed.
    Conducts pre/post-tests with students utilizing rating scales approved by this agency and school personnel.
  • Enter and track data on spreadsheet regarding utilization of services.
  • Meet with an average of 20 students per week that school is in session.
  • Maintains a current level of knowledge regarding causes for adolescent violence, trauma, and adolescent mental health and substance abuse issues.
  • Attend meetings with parents and school personnel as appropriate.
  • Must maintain an active professional license (LPC/LCSW) that is in good standing within the State of Virginia.
  • Assures compliance with agency policy, client rights, confidentiality, and licensure regulations.
  • Maintains effective relationships with co-workers, clients, families, school personnel, community agencies and other youth serving organizations.
  • Makes effective use of available technology, including computers, e-mail, and voice mail in order to enhance customer service.
  • Is responsible for other duties as assigned, consistent with established policy and procedures.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Thorough knowledge of the principles, practices, and methods of mental health and substance abuse treatment.
  • Good Interpersonal skills, the ability to work effectively with service providers from other disciplines and disabilities, particularly those in the school system and other Child Early
  • Intervention Clinicians serving agencies.
  • The ability to work with persons from many socioeconomic and educational level who are experiencing a wide variety of problems.
  • Knowledge of and adherence to the basic ethics appropriate for helping relationships.
  • The ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing.
  • Ability to teach and provide education to individuals and groups.

Minimum Education and Experience

  • Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Masters’ Degree in Human Services related field plus two years of experience working with children and youth.
  • Any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
  • Licensed (LPC/LCSW) in the state of Virginia required. Individual is required to provide a copy of their license.

Equipment: Telephone, copy machine, PC, word processing software

Work Environment: General office and group room environment with normal lighting, temperature, air quality, ventilation and noise levels. Classroom facility with environment as determined by school personnel.

Work Location: 1241 N Main St., Harrisonburg; Rockingham County Public Schools or Harrisonburg City Public Schools.

Work Hazards: Minimal hazards associated with a general office environment and rehabilitation programs; occasional hazards associated with problem behaviors.

Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, regular school and office hours; 10 month position (mid-Aug through mid-June)

HIPAA Access Level 2: Full read/write access to protected health information (PHI), limited to the minimum necessary, for all clients directly served or assigned, as well as all clients indirectly served through case consultation, clinical supervision, program management, or coverage requirements. Staff at Level 2 are allowed to seek out client PHI as necessary to perform their assigned duties, but are expected to exercise due precautions to limit exposure to any PHI which is outside the scope of their need to know. Utilization of information will be in accordance with HIPAA regulations regarding use limitation, disclosure and requests of PHI.

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary

Benefits:

Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Vision insurance

Schedule:

8 hour shift
Monday to Friday

Work setting:
In-person