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Intake & Assessment Clinician  

Description

The Richmond Behavioral Health Authority is currently seeking a License Eligible Professional to provide substance use disorder (SUD) assessment and outpatient psychotherapy services to adults diagnosed with serious mental illness and co-occurring disorders, as well as children and adolescents classified as seriously emotionally disturbed and/or at risk. 

The use of concurrent/collaborative documentation coupled with state-of-the-art technology offers our team a dynamic and compelling experience. This position will be part of the SUD Assessment & Outpatient team, providing services primarily in the main office setting.

The successful candidate must be flexible and willing to work as part of a collaborative team of clinicians..

Essential Functions

Performs intakes, client assessments and diagnostic interviews; conducts mental health and substance use assessments and monitors level of functioning.

Assists client in identifying self-determined goals and jointly prepare individualized service plan.

Develops and facilitates psycho-educational groups; provides individual, family and group therapy; implements treatment plans; coordinates daily treatment schedule.

Coordinates case management services; coordinates and links client to community resources and medical services; interfaces with other service providers and client support system.

Provides crisis intervention and prevention services to individuals and families.

Provides consultation, education and prevention services.

Documents and charts information about client assessment, diagnostic studies, individual service plans, progress notes, quarterly and annual reviews, discharge summaries and other client related data, correspondence, medical records, etc; prepares and submits grant documentation.

Monitors and audits clinical and medical records and practices for compliance with regulatory, reimbursement and agency standards; reviews documentation for accuracy; assists with reviewing division policies and procedures.

Represents clients and Authority in court and legal proceedings.

Provides transportation assistance.

Serves on a variety of committees as directed; prepares and distributes agendas; attends and participates in a variety of meetings.

Attends professional conferences and trainings as required.

Supervises student interns as directed.

 
Position Requirements

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of providing care to the emotionally disturbed, socially dysfunctional, behaviorally disordered, mentally ill and/or substance abusive clients and their families; thorough knowledge of community resources and human services network; thorough knowledge of community-based behavioral health principles and psychotherapeutic treatment techniques; thorough knowledge of the theories and techniques of counseling and crisis intervention; thorough knowledge of intake techniques and procedures; ability to evaluate and screen clients; ability to prepare adequate records and to report findings and data effectively; ability to solve problems within scope of responsibility; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, associates, community partners, medical personnel, law enforcement, State and Federal agency representatives and the general public.

Education and Experience

Master’s degree with coursework in social work, counseling, psychology, or related field and at least two years post-graduate experience in service delivery with children and/or adults experience mental health needs.

LMHP-E Required

Special Requirements

Valid driver's license in the Commonwealth of Virginia.

 
Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time  
Open Date 9/12/2025  
Close Date  
About 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 / Integrity

Creating 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 Clin I: $59,584.73 Clin II (licensed): $64,342.85  
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 not accepting applications.

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