Schedule: This position will include various shifts, including possible holidays, possible weekends, and a rotational on-call schedule with other team members.

Pay: Additional compensation commensurate with experience.

• Master's Degree: $27/hour. Degree must be eligible to register as a Resident in Counseling or Supervisee in Social Work.
• Licensed LPC or LCSW Pay: $33/hour.

· 11% Shift differential for evening/weekend hours

Are you passionate about improving outcomes for people experiencing a crisis related to mental health, substance abuse, or developmental disability?

WHAT IS MARCUS ALERT PROGRAM?

Marcus Alert enhances services for people experiencing a crisis related to mental health, substance use, or developmental disability. Marcus Alert creates coordination between 911 and regional crisis call centers and establishes a specialized behavioral health response from law enforcement when responding to a behavioral health situation. The Marcus Alert is named after Marcus-David Peters, a young, Black biology teacher; killed by Richmond police in 2018 amid a mental health crisis. The goal of the Marcus Alert is to provide a behavioral health response to behavioral health emergencies. More information about the Marcus Alert statewide project can be found here: https://dbhds.virginia.gov/human-resource-development-and-management/health-equity/mdpa/

The Co-Response Therapist partners with a law enforcement officer in the BRBH Catchment area to respond to public safety calls.

In a typical day, Co-Response Therapists:

• Provide crisis intervention for clients, including those at high risk for suicide/homicide
• Provide outreach and assessment
• Link and coordinate with other service providers
• Evaluate risk and potential need for treatment
• Maintain records and reporting according to agency procedures
• Interact with other professionals in the clients' interest
• Develop relationships within local law enforcement partnerships.

Qualifications:

• Education/Licensure/Certifications: This position requires a Master's degree that is eligible to register as a Resident in Counseling or a Supervisee in Social Work in Virginia. Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) will have a higher pay rate.
• Experience in behavioral healthcare, criminal justice, or law enforcement is a plus!
• Safe Driving Record: This position requires driving agency vehicles and transporting clients. Candidates must have a valid driver's license with a safe driving record (no more than two moving violations in the last three years AND no criminal violations in the last five years).
• Background Check: Candidates who are offered a position are required to complete a background check and drug screen.

Why work at BRBH?

• Free Licensure Supervision for LPC or LCSW: We prioritize supervision and you will meet with potential supervisors in your first two weeks.

• See the difference: Our small team works hard to change lives.

• Work/Life Balance: We have a great Paid Time Off policy - 21 days annually, which starts accruing on your first day, plus 10 paid holidays.
• We offer great benefits, including VRS (Virginia Retirement System)! Click here for more information: http://www.brbh.org/employee-benefits/
• Stable Employer: Blue Ridge Behavioral Healthcare (BRBH) is one of forty Community Services Boards established under the Code of Virginia to provide comprehensive services for individuals who have mental health disorders, developmental disability, or substance use disorders. BRBH provides multiple programs and services throughout the Roanoke Valley with over 400 employees working to provide quality care to our clients. We are proud to have served our community for over 50 years. BRBH maintains a drug-free workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. This position is located in Roanoke, VA.

Categories: Human Services/ Social Work/ Sociology/ Psychology/ Non-Profit/ Healthcare/ Social Services/ Management/ Supervisor/ Counseling/ LPC/ LCSW / License-eligible/ Resident in Counseling/ Supervisee in Social Work/ LMHP-E/ LMHP