QMHP-A (Mobile Crisis Response Team)

$93,600 - $104,000/Yr

Gateway Behavioral Health Services - Portsmouth, VA

Part-time - Entry Level

Remote - Portsmouth, VA

Ambulatory Health Care Services

About the position

We are seeking a qualified and compassionate Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) to join our dedicated team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in mental health services, particularly in working with adults, children, and families. This role involves providing crisis-oriented counseling and case management to clients and their families, with a focus on fostering coping and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide outpatient, crisis-oriented counseling and case management to clients and their families.
• Act in a professional and courteous manner while performing the duties of crisis counselor.
• Work with clients to foster the development of new improved coping, problem solving, and communication skills, case management, etc. and any goals as related to the client individualized service plan (ISP).
• Develop ISPs in conjunction with LMHPs, referring agencies, other social services professionals, and any stakeholder directly involved in the care of the clients and their families served.
• Implement service plans and monitor progress.
• Develop quarterlies reports and discharge reports for approval and signature.
• Collaborate with LMHPs and Case Managers to develop reports for continued stay for clients served.
• Educate family members regarding existing community services, and act as an advocate in connecting family members to these services.
• Respond, or arrange for a response to calls on 'family crisis,' 'single crisis', etc., on a 24-hour, seven days a week basis.
• Maintain up-to-date client records and prepare the necessary reports in a timely and accurate manner.
• Participate in clinical supervision sessions on a regular basis.
• Conduct or participate in case reviews and staffing as required.
• Attend court, when necessary, and maintain close coordination with referring agencies on a regular basis.
• Attend other appointments, when necessary, such as Physician (physicals), Psychological/Psychiatric appointments, IEP meetings, team meetings, etc.

Requirements

• QMHP Certification (Required)
• Mobile Crisis Response Training (Required)

Benefits

• Flexible schedule
• Professional development assistance