Clinician

Job Title

The Norfolk Community Services Board (NCSB) is seeking a passionate and dedicated Clinician to join our Behavioral Health Outpatient Department!

Job Description

Norfolk, Virginia is America's most authentic and urban waterfront city. Home to the world's largest naval station and the business, arts, and cultural center of Coastal Virginia, Norfolk has been rated a top place to live, work, play, and raise a family by numerous publications. Working for the City of Norfolk is an opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of others. With our commitment to competitive pay and a strong retirement package, you can do good for your community and do well for yourself. Join a caring workplace that proudly celebrates uniqueness, authenticity, and a shared commitment to improving the lives of our residents. The NCSB provides treatment, support, and education to the community with a focus on mental illness, substance use addiction, and intellectual/developmental disabilities. Norfolk CSB seeks team members interested in providing skilled services in a public service environment. We are also seeking persons to join our team that are dedicated to supporting a positive work and treatment environment. Please join us as we instill hope and recovery opportunities for the persons we serve.

The NCSB is seeking a passionate and dedicated Clinician to join our Behavioral Health Outpatient Department! In this role, you will provide direct services and support services to individuals with mental health, substance use or co-occurring disorders to include interviewing and conducting assessments to determine mental and/or physical conditions, collaborate with counselors, physician or nurses to plan and coordinate treatment needs, crisis counseling, treatment planning, and individual and group sessions. You will collaborate closely with clinical teams, ensure that services align with individualized treatment plans, and maintain documentation in compliance with Medicaid, NCSB, licensure, Human Rights, and other regulatory standards. This is a meaningful opportunity to empower individuals on their recovery journey, promote client-centered care, and contribute to the overall success and integrity of our behavioral health program.

Essential Functions

Essential functions include but are not limited to:

• Provides comprehensive assessments for persons with mental health, substance use and or co-occurring disorders.
• Develop individualized treatment plans which respond to the needs of the person served and their family as identified by the assessment.
• Participates in case reviews as a member of the inter-disciplinary team.
• Determines from assessments the appropriate services to be provided, the most appropriate services providers, and ensures that the person served is linked with those services.
• Provides individual, group and family counseling services as outlined in each treatment plan.
• Provides crisis counseling on an as needed basis.
• Teaches psycho-educational classes and revises curriculum as needed.
• Keeps up to date, well documented records which comply with Federal, State, and agency requirements
• Monitors persons receiving services from other service providers and advocates for the person to ensure accessibility and acceptability of services.
• Collects and reports service statistics and data on persons served as required.
• Processes admissions and discharges in an appropriate and timely manner in accordance to agency standards.
• Participates in regular supervision as agreed upon with their direct supervisor and consults with other team members.
• Assists in the development and implementation of special projects, e.g. specialized groups, etc.
• Conduct regular and random drug screens and Breathalyzers.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education/Experience

Work requires broad knowledge in a general professional or technical field. Knowledge is normally acquired through six years of college resulting in a Master's degree or equivalent in a human services field. Two years' experience in a human services field, preferably in the treatment of mental illness or substance abuse; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Preferred Experience: Master's degree or equivalent in human services field and at least 3 years related experience, preferably in treatment of persons with substance use, mental health or co-occurring disorders.

Additional Information & Requirements

VA Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist or Clinical Social Worker. Must be certified or certifiable in Basic First Aid and CPR. Valid Driver's License may be required depending on assignment.