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Lead Licensed Clinician Outpatient Psychotherapy Team ***Internal Only*** 

Description

The Richmond Behavioral Health Authority is seeking a highly energetic and motivated Lead Licensed Clinician to join our Rapid Access Team. This position plays a key role in providing oversight of clinical operations while delivering high-quality, evidence-based services to individuals seeking care.

This incumbent will perform difficult professional work providing direct clinical service to clients involving intake, assessing client needs, developing treatment plans, providing prevention services, managing cases, providing therapy, maintaining records and files, preparing reports, and related work as apparent or assigned.  Work is performed under the general direction of the Program Supervisor.

The Lead Licensed Clinician will provide intake and assessment services, deliver evidence-based outpatient treatment modalities, and serve as a liaison with internal agency programs. Responsibilities include ensuring therapeutic services are delivered effectively and in accordance with agency standards, supporting the referral and admissions process, coordinating clinical activities, providing training, instruction, and guidance to staff as needed, and ensuring timely and accurate completion of all clinical documentation. Work is performed under the general direction of the assigned Program Supervisor.

RBHA’s innovative model incorporates concurrent documentation and advanced technology, creating an engaging and efficient work environment. The ideal candidate is adaptable, team-oriented, and comfortable providing services in both office-based and telehealth settings. Join a mission-driven team that makes a meaningful impact in the community, supported by a strong commitment to professional growth and development.

Essential Functions

Provides ongoing clinical and administrative supervision to staff providing services to clients.

Oversees the work of staff as assigned; coaches, counsels, and evaluates staff performance; addresses complaints and resolves problems of staff.

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

Observes treatment services facilitated by subordinates to clients and provides clinical feedback.

Monitors and audits clinical and medical records and practices for compliance with regulatory, reimbursement and agency standards; reviews documentation for accuracy; reviews and signs paperwork of clinicians as needed.

Facilitates staff meetings in the absence of the supervisor to discuss client concerns or changes and clinical practice; consults with teams in the planning and development of treatment and discharge plans.

Serves as a representative at interdisciplinary treatment team meetings and clinical staffings/case consultations; attends other meetings as required.

Develops ongoing clinical trainings to meet the needs of the team

Monitors client compliance with discharge plans.

Represents clients and Authority in court and legal proceedings.

Prepares various reports and case related correspondence.

Attends professional conferences and trainings as required.

Supervises student interns as directed.

 

 
Position Requirements

Education and Experience

Master’s degree with major course work in social work, counseling, psychology or related field and considerable experience working with clients with behavioral health and/or developmental disabilities in a behavioral healthcare setting, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Special Requirements

Required: Current VA license as LCSW, LPC, LCP or LMFT with an advanced degree in social work, psychology, or counseling and at least two years post-graduate experience in service delivery with children and/or adults experience mental health needs is preferred. Licensed eligible candidates will be considered.

Valid driver's license in the Commonwealth of Virginia.

 

 
Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time  
Open Date 1/5/2026  
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 $67,599.99  
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.

 

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