Arlington County, VA

Working with Emergency Services, Path Forward, New Hope Housing, Police, Fire/EMS, ECC, TOW and other partners as needed to identify people in need and to coordinate services;. You cannot concurrently receive behavioral health services from Arlington County Community Service Board (CSB) programs while employed in an Arlington County CSB program (exception Crisis Intervention services).. Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT). Certified Substance Abuse Counselor (CSAC). Are you sufficiently proficient in oral Spanish to interview, assess the needs of, counsel and refer Spanish-speaking individuals who have limited English proficiency and are facing a crisis?

behavioral health therapist

Position Information
Effective June 30, 2024: This position includes a $2,500.00 gross signing bonus at hire and $2,500.00 gross bonus at the completion of the probationary period.
Arlington County's Department of Human Services (DHS) is seeking a Limited Term Behavioral Health Therapist (Licensed) for the Arlington County Mobile Outreach Support Team (MOST) within the Client Services Entry team. As part of a team that provides mobile outreach to the community, this position responds to urgent/crisis behavioral health needs in the community to include conducting welfare checks, partnering with the police and first responders to divert people from arrest and/or hospitalization when appropriate, and conducting outreach to people in need.
<h3>Specific duties include</h3>
<ul>
<li>Responding to calls from first responders to assess needs, de-escalate and make referrals;</li>
<li>Working with Emergency Services, Path Forward, New Hope Housing, Police, Fire/EMS, ECC, TOW and other partners as needed to identify people in need and to coordinate services;</li>
<li>Engaging with people who may be in distress, assessing their needs and determining a plan for stability;</li>
<li>Conducting welfare checks for people connected to Behavioral Health services in the county as well as referrals from first responders;</li>
<li>Assisting in the implementation and expansion of the MOST program;</li>
<li>Managing information about participants of MOST to ensure that all contacts are recorded;</li>
<li>Assisting the Program Manager with generating and maintaining accurate program specific statistical data; and</li>
<li>Utilizing Microsoft Office Suite and various software such as electronic health records to document cases and interactions.</li>
</ul>
The ideal candidate is patient, calm, organized, understanding, inquisitive and is a leader that cares about making a positive interaction within their community as well as within their team. They will have experience and the capability to adapt to changing situations every day and will be able to encourage out-of-the box solutions to a multitude of problems as they arise.
Arlington County DHS is committed to delivering client services in an effective, equitable, respectful, and trauma-informed manner. Our staff is dedicated to ensuring our clients are approached, engaged and cared for in ways that demonstrate competency, sensitivity and awareness of factors which impact the client experience including but not limited to: cultural identity, gender, racial, and ethnic diversity, religious/spiritual ascription, physical capability, cognitive and literacy levels, sexual orientation, and linguistic needs.
Selection Criteria
Minimum: Completion of the requirements for obtaining a Master's degree from an accredited college or university in a clinical discipline such as Counseling, Psychiatric Social Work, Psychology, Art Therapy, or other directly related clinical discipline with internships and practicum requirements specified by the Virginia Department of Health Professions.
Licenses/Certifications: Licensure by the appropriate board of the Virginia Department of Health Professions, appropriate to the employee's discipline (e.g. LPC, LCP, LMFT, or LCSW) at time of employment.
Desirable: Preference may be given to candidates with one or more of the following:
<ul>
<li>Knowledge of solution focused crisis counseling, the Stages of Change Model, Motivational Interviewing, and trauma informed care; and/or</li>
<li>Bilingual verbal ability in English and Spanish.</li>
</ul>
Special Requirements
Driver's License: The applicant must possess, or obtain by time of appointment, a valid driver's license. The applicant must authorize Arlington County to obtain or provide a copy of their official driving record. Any offer of employment may be contingent upon a favorable review of the applicant's driving record.
Background Check: A pre-employment criminal records check will be conducted. It may include checks of the following: criminal record, driving record, education, professional licensure, and credit history. You may be required to sign a release authorizing the County to obtain your background information. A pre-hire federal background check and State of Virginia Central Registry check will also be completed before hire.
Employment restrictions: To ensure that dual relationships are avoided and that employees who are also clients do not relate to their service provider as co-professionals, employees will not be hired by the County to provide or support services to the team or program in which they are current clients:
<ul>
<li>You cannot concurrently receive behavioral health services from Arlington County Community Service Board (CSB) programs while employed in an Arlington County CSB program (exception Crisis Intervention services).</li>
<li>At least 24 months must have passed between receipt of CSB services from Arlington County and employment in an Arlington County CSB program.</li>
</ul>
Additional Information
The pay ranges listed above are effective June 30, 2024.
Work Hours: 1:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m., Monday through Friday with some flexibility and differing hours depending on programmatic need. Work is performed as part of 24/7 operation and the worker must be able to work shifts as necessary, including after-hours and during emergency situations as necessary.
Your responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire are considered part of the selection process. Please do not enter "see resume" as a response to the questions.
Each section of the application must be completed. A resume may be attached; however, it will not substitute for the completed application. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Arlington County is committed to advancing diversity, equity, access, and inclusion across all our services, activities, and programs. Learn more about our commitment.
NOTE: This position is listed as "open continuous." Interested applicants are advised to submit their applications as soon as possible. Applications will be reviewed, and qualified applicants referred on a continuous basis. Interviews will be conducted on a regular basis throughout the recruitment with candidates whose qualifications best fit our needs. If your application is received later in the recruitment process, it may not be reviewed or considered. The application process will close when the position has been filled or when a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received
<h3>LI-Onsite</h3>
Applicants who have questions or need assistance with the application may telephone (703) 228-3500 or visit the Human Resources Department. Our staff will be happy to work with you to enter your application into the system. Public access computers are available at all County Libraries, and in the Human Resources Department.
The examination process for this position may include: (1) training and experience evaluation; (2) written and oral examination; (3) personal interview; (4) performance test/work sample; and/or (5) physical examination.
Applicants with disabilities may request reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process. Please call the ADA Coordinator at 703-228-3559 (voice) or email pers@arlingtonva.us.
Eligibility for Arlington County Government employee benefits depends on your position type (permanent or temporary) and your status (full-time or part-time).
More detailed information on benefits and conditions of employment is available on the Arlington County Human Resources Department website: www.arlingtonva.us/pers.
Permanent, Full-Time Appointments
All jobs are permanent, full-time appointments unless otherwise stated in the announcement. The following benefits are available:
Paid Leave: Vacation leave is earned at the rate of five hours biweekly. Leave accrual increases gradually until eight hours of leave are earned biweekly for twelve or more years of service. Sick leave is earned at the rate of four hours biweekly. Paid parental and family leave benefits are also offered. Leave is pro-rated for part-time employees.
Holidays: There are eleven paid fixed holidays each year, as well as two floating holidays. Initial allotment of floating holidays may vary based on when you are hired.
Health and Dental Insurance: Four group health insurance plans are offered - a health maintenance organization, two plans with in-network only coverage, and a high-deductible plan with in and out-of-network coveerage, along with a Health Savings Account (HSA). Group dental insurance is also offered, with two options for coverage. The County pays a significant portion of the premium for these plans for employees and their dependents. The County also contributes to the HSA.
Life Insurance: Basic life insurance is provided at no cost to employees. The benefit is one times annual salary. Additional life insurance may be purchased for yourself, spouse, and/or children.
Retirement: The County retirement program is made up of three parts: a defined benefit (pension) plan, a defined contribution plan (401(a)), and a deferred compensation plan (457). The defined benefit plan provides a monthly retirement benefit based on your final average salary and years of service with the County. You contribute a portion of your salary on a pre-tax basis to this plan. General employees contribute 4% of pay; uniformed public safety employees contribute 7.5% of pay. The County also contributes to this plan. Employees become vested in the plan at five years of service.
For general employees, the County also contributes 4.2% of pay to a defined contribution plan (401(a)). The 457 deferred compensation plan allows you to save for retirement on either a pre-tax (457b) or post-tax (457 Roth) basis up to the IRS annual limit. New employees are automatically enrolled with a pre-tax contribution equal to 2% of your pay. A variety of investment options are available for the 401(a) and 457 plans.
Other Benefits: The County also offers health care, dependent care, and parking flexible spending accounts; adoption assistance, tuition reimbursement; transit and walk/bike to work subsidies; a college savings plan; wellness programs; training opportunities; and a variety of other benefits.
Permanent, Part-Time Appointments:
Part-time employees who work ten or more hours per week receive paid leave and benefits in proportion to the number of hours worked per week.
<h3>Limited Term Appointments</h3>
Benefits are the same as permanent appointments except that the employees do not achieve permanent status.
<h3>Temporary Regular Appointments</h3>
Temporary regular employees who work 30 hours or more per week are eligible for health, dental, and basic life insurance as described above. They are also eligible for vacation, sick leave, and paid holidays.
<h3>Temporary Seasonal and Occasional Appointments</h3>
Temporary employees who work on a seasonal basis or variable hours receive sick leave, but do not normally receive other paid leave or benefits. Exceptions are noted in individual announcements.
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Please provide all of the following information. Your application must support your responses to these questions: Highest Level of clinical degree earned: Date of graduation: Date(s) of practicum: Place of practicum: Responsibilities of practicum:
02
Please indicate if you possess any of the following current credentials that are either from the Commonwealth of Virginia or from a State which is transferable to the Commonwealth of Virginia:
<ul>
<li>Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)</li>
<li>Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)</li>
<li>Licensed Clinical Psychologist (LCP)</li>
<li>Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT)</li>
<li>Certified Substance Abuse Counselor (CSAC)</li>
<li>Licensed Mental Health Provider (LMHP)</li>
<li>Prescreen certified for Emergency Services</li>
<li>Emergency Dispatch/CAD System use</li>
<li>None of the above</li>
</ul>
03
Describe any knowledge of solution focused crisis counseling, the Stages of Change Model, Motivational Interviewing, and trauma informed care that you possess. If none, enter "None".
04
Are you sufficiently proficient in oral Spanish to interview, assess the needs of, counsel and refer Spanish-speaking individuals who have limited English proficiency and are facing a crisis?
<ul>
<li>
Yes
<ul>
<li>No</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>
Required Question
Agency Arlington County
Address 2100 Clarendon Blvd, Suite 511
Arlington, Virginia, 22201
Phone 703-228-3500
Website https://careers.arlingtonva.us/

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