Transition Specialist

For more than 60 years, PRS, now HopeLink Behavioral Health, has provided comprehensive and specialized support to individuals and families living with behavioral health challenges or facing a life crisis. We envision a society where hope is universal. Through access to quality behavioral health, crisis intervention, and suicide intervention services, we foster an inclusive community in which everyone can attain wellness and a genuine sense of belonging.

SUMMARY STATEMENT OF POSITION:
The Transition Specialist, assigned to one of HopeLink's three Psychosocial Day Programs (Recovery Academy, Stepping Stones or CRSP) is responsible for conducting psycho-educational groups that emphasize recovery, health and wellness, enhance independent living and interpersonal skills, and prepare clients to return to school or volunteer placements. This position will involve care coordination with County Service Boards case managers, health care providers and educational institutions when applicable.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Meaningful Work: Make a real difference in the lives of others.
• Competitive Salary: $48,000 - $54,000
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, 403b Retirement plan with match; 12 paid holidays; PTO and sick time; birthday leave; employee assistance program; tuition reimbursement.
• Supportive Environment: Join a dedicated team committed to providing high-quality care.

SCHEDULE & LOCATION:

• Schedule: Monday - Friday; 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
• Onsite: 8221 Willow Oaks Corporate Dr, Fairfax, VA 22031

PRIMARY DUTIES:

• Develop Recovery/Transition Plans that are person-centered and empower each client to make informed decisions about goals and to take responsible action in attaining identified goals and objectives.
• Develop and conduct culturally relevant psycho-educational curricula directed at assisting clients to improve health and wellness, build independent living and interpersonal skills, as well as, transition to school or volunteer placement. Curricula will be designed to assist clients in transitioning to community-based activities as well as wellness and recovery.
• Provide direct skill teaching in a variety of settings including the Psychosocial Day Program and in the community. Skill teaching will assist clients in developing meaningful identities as students and volunteers.
• Provide individual/group counseling and dual diagnosis-focused services including training on the interplay between substance use and mental illness.
• Assist clients in moving to volunteer placements, supported education and use of consumer operated drop-in programs.
• Provide crisis intervention as needed.
• Coordinate services with local community colleges and universities that will facilitate clients' enrolling and achieving success in school.
• Clinical documentation will be completed according to PRS policies and procedures, Licensure, Medicaid and CARF standards.
• Provide care coordination between identified providers to support clients path to recovery and advocate for needed services and supports.
• Provide care coordination to improve health and wellness of clients with complex and special needs
• Screen for additional services or supports clients may need such as substance use treatment, academic supports, medication management, and physical health needs. If the provider detects a need for additional services, collaborate with the client's case manager and determine who will make referrals when needed.
• Demonstrate flexibility to work outside of business hours to meet time-sensitive documentation.
• Provide opportunities that promote client leadership and advocacy.
• Demonstrate flexibility in performance of duties as needed. This will include work hours that may encompass evenings and weekends.

ESSENTIAL COMPETENCIES:

• Adaptability to changes in environment and situations
• Strong and effective communication skills and accepts criticism and feedback
• Dependability by following instructions, responds to management direction and keeps commitments
• Meets attendance punctuality guidelines
• Maintains emotional self-awareness and manages relationships positively
• Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming and building interpersonal relationships
• Contributes to building a positive team spirit and exhibits objectivity and openness to others views

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, or related human services field with work-related experience with adults with mental illness, substance use disorder, mild intellectual disability, autism spectrum disorder, or any combination of these preferred.
• Qualified Mental Health Trainee (QMHP-E) required; Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) preferred.
• Strong clinical written communication and presentation skills with ability to build rapport quickly with client and internal/external providers.
• Self-starter; ability to work independently as well as part of a team, and well organized.
• Experience with electronic health records (EHR) or ability to learn quickly EHR software. Experience with Credible EHR a plus.
• High degree of empathy toward the clients we serve.

The above statements reflect the usual responsibilities and principal functions of the position and shall not be construed as a complete description of all the work requirements that may be inherent or added to the position.

Ready to Join Our Mission?

If you're passionate about helping people achieve mental wellness, we encourage you to apply!

HopeLink Behavioral Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

'Where Hope Meets Help.'

This position is subject to background check requirements, including disqualifying 'barrier crimes' under DBHDS regulations. Please click on the link below to view the Barrier Crimes List.