Description The Richmond Behavioral Health has an exciting full timeopportunity available for QMHP Mobile Support Professionals to join our REACH Mobile and Crisis Team. The selected individual will perform intermediate skilled human supportwork providing direct care and services to REACH clients (adult and child population), assessing client needs and providing access to needed and appropriate services including treatment, rehabilitation and service linkage, case monitoring and client advocacy functions, and related work as apparent or assigned.Job Duties
- Provides direct care and crisis stabilization services to adults and children of the REACH program in their living environment.
- Assists individuals and their caregivers in the natural environment (ie., home, day support, community) with scheduling daily activities, assisting with activities of daily living, meeting treatment goals and providing de-escalation and intervention services for behavioral concerns.
- Provides coverage as needed in the REACH Crisis Therapeutic Homes (CTH).
- Maintains relationships with community partners; recommends community services as needed.
- Participates in required meetings with team members, supervisor, clinical and CTH staff.
- Identifies and coordinates necessary training and technical assistance needs for providers, natural supports and other components of the system of care.
- Collects and enters program data; prepares client documentation and program utilization reports; maintains case records to meet requirements of regulatory agencies.
- Engages in collaborative documentation and shared planning strategies during service delivery.
Position Requirements Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesGeneral knowledge of community and Authority resources and programs of regional and state sources for the community service population; general knowledge of interviewing and supportive counseling techniques; general knowledge of social casework techniques; general knowledge of human development and behavior; general knowledge of the theories, principles and techniques of individual, family and group therapy; ability to solve problems within scope of responsibility; ability to analyze facts and exercise sound judgment in arriving at conclusions; ability to communicate complex ideas effectively, orally and in writing; ability to prepare clear and concise reports; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, associates and the general public.Education and Experience
- Bachelor's degree with coursework in psychology, counseling, social work or human service related field required.
- QMHP-A and C Required.
- Moderate experience in intellectual disability, developmental disability, or mental health.
Special Requirements
- Valid driver's license in the Commonwealth of Virginia
Qualifying staff will be eleigible for $3,000.00 sign-on bonus as defined by the terms and conditions of the approved sign-on bonus policy.Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time Open Date 7/8/2024 Close DateAbout the Organization Join the Fearless! Richmond Behavioral Health Authority (RBHA) is licensed by the Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services and is the statutorily established public entity responsible for providing mental health, intellectual disabilities, substance abuse and prevention services to the citizens of the City of Richmond.Our Mission:RBHA promotes health, wellness, and recovery for the people and communities we serve.Our Vision: An inclusive, healthy community where individuals are inspired to reach their highest potential.Our Values:Equity / Innovation / Quality / Inclusion / Accessibility / Transparency / Compassion / IntegrityCreating Healthy Communities - One Person, One Family, One Community at a time.RBHA is committed to providing behavioral health services to all Richmond residents regardless of race, color, gender, age, religion, disability, or national origin.Services are provided directly by RBHA staff and through contracts with private providers in the community. Funding is received through fees from consumers, the Commonwealth of Virginia, the City of Richmond, and local and state grants. Starting Salary Range $24.47 per hour plus 6.25% EOE Statement Richmond Behavioral Health Authority provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.This position is currently accepting applications.