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Job Title: Licensed Mental Health Professional (LMHP) – Direct Care
Location: Chester, Virginia
Employment Type: Full-Time or Part-Time
Compensation: $40.00 – $50.00 per hour (commensurate with experience and qualifications)

Job Summary:

We are seeking a compassionate, experienced, and licensed mental health professional to join our team as a Licensed Mental Health Professional (LMHP) – Direct Care. In this role, you will provide critical mental and behavioral health services to individuals through programs such as Mobile Crisis Response (MCR) and Crisis Stabilization.

The LMHP is responsible for conducting comprehensive clinical assessments, developing individualized service plans (ISPs), delivering therapeutic interventions, and supporting individuals with mental health, developmental, or substance use disorders. You will work collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams to deliver evidence-based, person-centered care that aligns with the mission of the Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (DBHDS)—to promote recovery, resilience, and wellness.

This position requires timely crisis response, accurate documentation, and a strong commitment to quality care in a dynamic service environment.

Key Responsibilities: Mobile Crisis Response (MCR):

Conduct on-site mental health assessments and risk evaluations.
Provide immediate crisis intervention and emotional support to individuals experiencing psychiatric emergencies.
Collaborate with first responders, law enforcement, and community partners to stabilize clients and de-escalate crises.
Develop and implement safety plans tailored to the client’s needs.

Crisis Stabilization:

Deliver short-term, intensive therapeutic services to reduce psychiatric symptoms and avoid hospitalization.
Conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments.
Develop and implement individualized treatment plans using evidence-based practices.
Provide individual, group, and/or family counseling.
Coordinate with families, support systems, and community resources to support recovery and stabilization.

General Duties:

Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients' mental health and emotional well-being.
Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on clinical evaluations and patient goals.
Provide clinical counseling and behavioral therapy using evidence-based practices.
Educate patients and their families about mental health conditions, treatment options, and coping strategies.
Support patients in navigating healthcare systems and accessing necessary community resources.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including medical and behavioral health professionals, to ensure integrated and holistic care.
Manage a clinical caseload effectively, ensuring continuity of care and appropriate follow-up.
Maintain accurate and timely documentation in compliance with HIPAA and agency regulations.
Stay current on developments in mental health treatment and psychopharmacology, and integrate this knowledge into practice.

Qualifications:

Master’s degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or related field.
Active and unrestricted LMHP license in Virginia (e.g., LPC, LCSW, LMFT, LMHP).
Minimum of 2 years of experience in mental/behavioral health services, including crisis intervention (preferred).
Strong knowledge of evidence-based therapeutic interventions and clinical best practices.
Excellent communication, clinical judgment, and documentation skills.
Ability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Proficient with Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems.
Availability to work evenings, weekends, or on-call shifts, as required.

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