Behavioral Health Therapist

Loudoun County Government Therapist Position

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The Loudoun County Department of Mental Health, Substance Abuse and Developmental Services is seeking a talented and motivated individual to serve as a therapist in the assertive community treatment program. In this role, you will work with a trusted and reputable team that has a history of success connecting individuals and their families with person-centered, recovery-oriented services and supports. We welcome new teammates who approach their professional careers with enthusiasm and dedication to our diverse and fast-growing county. Come be a part of something that matters.

Loudoun County Department of Mental Health, Substance Abuse and Developmental Services is seeking an energetic and dynamic LMHP for the position of assertive community treatment (ACT) behavioral health therapist. ACT is an evidence-based model supporting adults with serious and persistent mental illnesses or co-occurring substance use disorders by responding with treatment interventions in non-clinic-based settings throughout the entire county of Loudoun. ACT provides ongoing care to individuals who frequently experience episodes of homelessness, hospitalizations, and/or incarcerations. This ACT behavioral health therapist II provides treatment interventions in a person-centered and patient-driven manner. Responsibilities include crisis intervention, assessment, treatment planning, care management, individual and group therapy, and coordination of treatment services. Complies with federal, state and agency policies and procedures. Demonstrates the ability to function as a member of a busy, mobile clinical team utilizing advanced clinical skills. Will be required to transport individuals in program vehicles. Schedule includes days, evenings, overnights, weekends, and holidays. This position has on-call rotation responsibilities and eligible for emergency overtime and on-call pay and is eligible for a $6,000 hiring bonus in accordance with the county's hiring and retention bonus program. Hiring salary commensurate with experience.

Master's degree; license eligible within one (1) year of hire or possess professional licensure through the VA Department of Health Professions Board as a: licensed clinical social worker (LCSW); licensed professional counselor (LPC); licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT); licensed clinical psychologist (LCP). Two (2) years of professional experience working with individuals who have a mental health and/or substance use diagnosis, which may include internship experience. Bilingual (English and Spanish) candidates strongly encouraged to apply.

Must be able to wear N-95 mask and personal protective equipment (PPE) such as face shield, mask, apron, gown, gloves, etc. Employment is contingent upon successfully passing pre-employment background check to include fingerprinting, credit, NCIC, DMV and TB test. Must have a good driving record and a valid driver's license in Virginia or regional state of residence.

Loudoun County Government prides itself on fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace that promotes employee wellness and work-life balance. As an equal opportunity employer, we consider all qualified applicants regardless of age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or other non-merit factors. Applicants who wish to request a reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process should call human resources directly at View phone number on click.appcast.io or email human resources.