Description

Senior Therapist - Residential

Position Overview:

Are you searching for a position with purpose; a position that challenges you? Are you passionate about helping persons with behavioral health challenges transform their lives and achieve recovery? If so, the Department of Community and Human Services (DCHS) is hiring for a Senior Therapist position for our Residential Program. We are a department dedicated to not only serving our clients and families but also dedicated to supporting and valuing our staff.  We provide extensive development and learning initiatives, a competitive wage and benefits package, and the facilitation of advanced clinical training and career advancement opportunities.
 
Examples of Duties:  

• Provides clinical and administrative supervision to SRC’s and RN’s, including ongoing review of clinical activity and documentation thereof to assure conformance with record keeping standards;
• Ensures SRC’s are developing client-centered and individualized treatment plans that are based on strengths, needs, goals, defined objectives, and treatment preferences.
• Conducts quality improvement activities, including record review, individual supervision, training, and performance evaluation;
• Assists SRC’s in using the computerized record system (Credible BH) and assures that records are up to date and in conformance with all DBHDS, Medicaid, and Department standards;
• Assures that residential program vacancies are promptly advertised, reviewed, and then filled with appropriate clients. Ensures leases are completed as required for designated programs. Periodic review of Yardi Breeze system for updated records.
• Prepares staff performance evaluations in a timely manner (at least 7 days ahead of Personnel due date);
• Attends all relevant team meetings and assists the Program Director in sharing information with MH/SU Residential team;
• Assists Team Leader in identifying program and team needs and in implementing new programs or models;
• Assists in the hiring and training of new staff;
• Maintains compliance with all Department training requirements;
• Performs other related work as assigned.

What we are looking for:
The ideal candidate will have knowledge and understanding of substance use and/or co-occurring mental health disorders and available treatment methods. Knowledge of the psychological and physiological aspects of substance use. Knowledge of the effects of licit and illicit drugs. Knowledge of mental illnesses and treatment methods and practices used in psychiatric disorders. Ability to effectively utilize case management and care coordination. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with other professionals and with the general public, both orally and in writing.

Who we are:
As a member of the Division of Clinical and Emergency Services, you will work alongside professionals who are passionate about providing top-notch clinical services to adults with behavioral health disorders. We’re dedicated to helping our clients achieve their goals and also, dedicated to supporting and valuing our staff. We are a community of lifelong learners who collaborate, challenge and support each other to advance our clinical knowledge and skills, and help our clients achieve the best outcomes.
 
What we offer you:
In addition to an awesome group of people to work with, the City of Alexandria offers great benefits!
As a full-time employee of the City of Alexandria, the following are available to you:

• Health Insurance 
• Tuition Assistance and Professional Development
• Employee Transportation Benefits Program
• Virginia Retirement System
• Paid Annual and Sick Leave/Sick Leave Bank 
• Paid City Holidays 
• Dental and Vision Insurance 
• Supplemental Life Insurance 
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts 
• Spring Health Mental Health Services
• Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance 

The Department of Community and Human Services (DCHS) is also a qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program. Use the following link to access the PSLF website and learn about this program in detail:  https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service.

Minimum & Additional Requirements:
Possession of Masters degree in Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, Psychology, Education or related field; at least two years of post-graduate work experience in providing direct clinical services to consumers having one or more substance abuse, psychiatric, and emotional disorders; and licensure or license eligible (has completed all required education and supervision as required by applicable board) as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Substance Abuse Treatment Practitioner (LSATP) or Clinical Psychologist in the Commonwealth of Virginia at the time of appointment; if license eligible, the employee must obtain Virginia licensure at the first available opportunity, but no later than one year after appointment; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

Preferred Qualifications:

At least three years of supervisory experience; At least two years of case management experience; Licensed in VA as an LPC, LCSW, LSATP or Clinical Psychologist. *Preference will also be given to applicants with excellent analytical, and organization skills, and experience using the Credible BH system. 

Notes:

This position requires the successful completion of pre-employment background checks including but not limited to: FBI/Federal Records Check, VA State Child Abuse/Neglect Registry; Medicare/Medicaid Fraud Database; education/certifications; and driver’s license.

Schedule: Monday through Friday, 9:00AM - 5:00PM, with some weekend on call rotation. 

The City of Alexandria is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in its workforce. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, genetic information, military status, or disability.