ACT Peer Recovery Specialist

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To Apply For This Position:  Interested individuals should visit https://hrcsbva.tylerportico.com/tess/citizen/jobs/job-list/jobs and submit an application.

Major Essential Functions:

  • Assists in the development, implementation, and maintenance of ACT team services.
  • Collaborates with other members of ACT Team to provide comprehensive mental health and supportive services to clients.
  • Participates in daily ACT treatment team meetings to discuss client treatment goal and needs.
  • Models and coaches recovery behavior and skills for identified caseload of clients.
  • Supports clients in locating, and applying for, employment opportunities, educational programs, and housing as appropriate.
  • Provides goal directed interventions that provide skill development to individuals who have serious and persistent mental illness so that they can reside independently in their communities in the least restrictive environment. Interventions may include: helping consumers acquire basic skills in symptom management and adherence to psychiatric treatment plans; assisting consumers in developing medication adherence skills; helping consumers acquire basic functional skills and appropriate behavior related to the individual’s health and safety; helping consumers with individualized training in development and appropriate use of social skills and personal support system; and assisting consumers with skill development for improved personal hygiene, food preparation, and money management;
  • Performs assessments, determines client service needs, and develops treatment/service in coordination with ACT team.
  • Provides support to clients and families during times of crisis and assists in linking clients to appropriate crisis stabilization services.
  • Links clients to appropriate substance use disorder recovery services in the community as appropriate (i.e. AA, NA) and other natural supports.
  • Refers clients at risk for HIV infection, AIDS, TB, hepatitis, and STDs and other health concerns to appropriate agencies for testing and treatment.
  • Collaborates and liaisons with law enforcement officers, local hospitals, medical providers, and others in the planning, provision, and evaluation of these services.
  • Produces client related service records and maintains accurate and up-to-date documentation consistent with agency policies and procedures. Maintains detailed documentation that is commensurate with requirements for Medicaid reimbursement and licensure regulations.
  • Receives regular individual guidance and supervision from Peer Program Coordinator, as well as the ACT Supervisor.
  • Makes effective use of available technology, including, but not limited to, voice mail, e-mail, electronic medical record system, and other computer resources.
  • Maintains effective relationships with co-workers and customers based on courtesy, compassion, and respect.
  • Maintains a current level of knowledge regarding substance use and mental health disorders and available resources.
  • Assures compliance with Agency policy, client rights, and confidentiality.
  • Performs other duties as assigned consistent with established operational policies and procedures of the Harrisonburg-Rockingham Community Services Board.

 

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Personal lived experience with mental illness and/or substance use disorder and treatment.
  • Demonstrated awareness of ethical boundaries and human rights guidelines as they pertain to treatment and community services.
  • Understanding of the recovery model as it pertains to mental illness and substance use symptoms and disorders.
  • General knowledge of various mental illness and substance use symptoms and disorders.
  • Principles of record keeping, and documentation as required.
  • Basic ethics appropriate to a helping relationship and understanding of confidentiality requirements.
  • General knowledge of community resources.
  • Skills in behavior management.
  • Skills in providing ongoing support as needed to promote ability to live independently and participate in the community.
  • Good interpersonal communication.
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and concisely (written and oral);
  • Shows good judgement.
  • Allows an individual with a disability to assume appropriate degree of responsibility for themselves.

Additional Requirements:

  • Possession of a current valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
  • Mandt Training
  • First Aid/CPR training
  • Medication Administration certification.
  • Favorable background check results.

Minimum Education and Experience:

Peer Certification or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.  Must become a Certified and Registered Peer Recovery Specialist within 9 months of start date. One year of experience with SMI/SUD population is preferred but at least some amount of experience required. High school diploma required; some college experience preferred but not necessary.

Other Information:

Equipment: Telephone, copy machine, agency and/or personal vehicle, agency laptop, word processing, agency cellular phone, EHR software.

Work Environment: Community settings (homes, workplaces, shelters, streets) with highly variable work environments. General office environment with normal lighting, temperature, air quality, ventilation and noise levels. Vehicle.

Work Location: 1241 North Main Street, Harrisonburg VA 22802; variety of community settings, mostly within Harrisonburg and Rockingham County.

Work Hazards: Hazards associated with working in variety of community situations, the characteristics of which may be difficult to predict. Hazards associated with working alone in community settings.

Work Schedule: ACT is a 24-hour program and flexibility is required in order to meet and respond to coverage needs and individual residents’ needs. Shifts will vary to meet the needs of the program.  Full-time employees are required to work 40 Hours each week.  Monday through Friday- day and/or evening shifts. Weekends and Holidays- evening shifts on a rotating basis with ACT team members. Overnight and weekend on-call on a rotating basis with ACT team members. Regular and reliable attendance is required.

HIPAA Access Level 2:  Full read/write access to protected health information (PHI), limited to the minimum necessary, for all clients directly served or assigned, as well as all clients indirectly served through case consultation, clinical supervision, program management, or coverage requirements. Staff at Level 2 are allowed to seek out client PHI as necessary to perform their assigned duties, but are expected to exercise due precautions to limit exposure to any PHI which is outside the scope of their need to know. Utilization of information will be in accordance with HIPAA regulations regarding use limitation, disclosure and requests of PHI.

Hiring Range: $40,000-$47,000

Actual starting salary will be commensurate with the selected candidates’ education,  experience, and qualifications.

 

E-Verify Notice: After accepting employment, new hires are required to complete an I-9 form and present documentation of their identity and eligibility to work in the United States.

HRCSB is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, genetic information, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process may contact recruitment@hrcsb.org.

CSU Specialist Hourly

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To Apply For This Position:  Interested individuals should visit https://hrcsbva.tylerportico.com/tess/citizen/jobs/job-list/jobs and submit an application.

General Statement of Duties:

This crisis stabilization program is a short term, 7-bed intensive residential program staffed 24 hours a day to provide crisis services to individual with mental health and co-occurring disorders.  CSU Specialist is responsible for providing crisis stabilization services to individuals with a mental illness or co-occurring illness (mental health and substance use related disorder) experiencing a mental health crisis. This includes assessing service needs, developing treatment plans and providing assistance with access to community resources.  CSU Specialist is expected to attend team meetings, other professional meetings and represent the program to the community as needed. CSU Specialist receives direct regular supervision from the CSU Supervisor.  Assures compliance with agency policy, client rights, confidentiality, licensure regulations and Medicaid regulations as applicable.  This position works with other crisis stabilization team members, family members, other caregivers, and community resources.

This position is classified non-exempt under the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act.

Major Essential Functions:

  • Assists in providing therapeutic interventions in both individual and group settings to persons who are in crisis due to their mental health status.
  • Assists with admission process and discharge process for individuals being admitted to/discharged from the program.
  • Provides input in the development of treatment plans that address the needs of the resident’s treatment during enrollment and collaborates with Case Coordinator regarding needed referrals and services upon discharge.
  • Works to establish linkages between resident and naturally occurring supports in the family and community, as well as with other service providing agencies.
  • Assists residents with daily living tasks as needed, including general facility upkeep, laundry, meal preparation, and transportation.
  • Accurately completes clinical documentation and other paperwork as required.
  • In conjunction with other program staff, provides general supervision of the CSU, and ensures that policies and procedures are followed.
  • Responds to emergency situations that occur and appropriately involves other providers, including other program staff, agency emergency services staff, emergency medical services, and law enforcement, as needed.
  • Completes other tasks and duties as assigned by supervisor and/or other management staff.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  • Knowledge of principles, practices, and techniques involved in the diagnosis and treatment of individuals with mental health, and co-occurring disorders both individually and in a group setting.
  • Knowledge of mental health, substance use and co-occurring, treatment interventions both individually and in a group setting.
  • Good diagnostic, evaluative, and crisis intervention skills.
  • Knowledge of mental health recovery models of care.
  • Knowledge of treatment modalities and intervention techniques, such as group therapy, behavior management, supportive counseling, family education, crisis intervention, and discharge planning.
  • Skills in identifying and documenting a consumer’s needs for resources, services and other support; using information from assessments,
  • Ability to problem-solve and respond quickly to crisis situations. Ability to function calmly in stressful situations.
  • Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and with private and public agency personnel.
  • The ability to work as part of a clinical treatment team is essential.

Minimum Education and Experience:

  • Bachelors level in Human Services plus one year of experience in the human services field.
  • Must be eligible to register as a QMHP (Qualified Mental Health Professional) or QMHP-eligible with the State of Virginia.

Additional Requirements:

  • Mandt Training
  • CPR Certification
  • Trauma Informed Treatment
  • First Aid Certification
  • AED Training

Other Information:

Work Equipment: Telephone, PC, pager, AED, misc. household appliances (i.e. washer/dryer, stove, dishwasher)

Work Environment: Residential setting with normal lighting levels, temperature, air quality, ventilation and noise levels.

Work Location: 1353 N. Main St., Harrisonburg, VA 22802

Work Hazards: Standard hazards associated with a residential mental health treatment environment; disruptive, escalated, and/or dysregulated behaviors.  Use of universal precautions required. Use of protective equipment recommended.

Work Schedule: Hours may include daytime and/or evenings, weekdays and/or weekends in order to provide support to residents based on their needs. Some flexibility is required in order to meet and respond to coverage needs and individual residents’ needs. Regular and reliable attendance is required.

Salary range $17.00 to $21.00 per hour

Children’s Mental Health Case Manager

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Essential Functions:

To provide home and community-based services to at-risk emotionally disturbed children and their families through the delivery of individual and family supportive non-direct interventions through intensive case management activities. The Children’s Mental Health Case Manager is directly responsible to the Supervisor of Child Outreach Services. They are expected to exercise considerable independence and autonomy in day-to-day decision making related to the delivery of services to the identified population and to carry out those services on a daily basis with a minimum of supervision.

This position is classified non-exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

Provides face-to-face in-home, intake, diagnostic and treatment services to children, adolescents and their families who are referred by the CBS staff, the Director, or through the Family Assessment & Planning Team (FAPT).

Provides intensive case management through linking the individual directly to services, advocating on behalf of the client, coordinating services, enhancing community integration, and making collateral contacts as appropriate;

Provides emergency intervention and crisis stabilization for assigned families;

Provides educational or training activities as appropriate to parents of assigned cases;

Serves as resource service to agency staff as to community services available to children and their families;

Work closely with FAPT team and CSA office staff and provide case management services being referred by them, providing IFSPs and other necessary paperwork;

Assures compliance with agency policy, confidentiality, clients rights, licensure regulations and Medicaid regulations as applicable;

Meets agency standards for staff productivity;

Maintains effective relationships with coworkers and customers based on courtesy, compassion and respect;

Makes effective use of available technology, including computers, e-mail, and voice mail in order to enhance customer service;

Is responsible for other duties as assigned, consistent with Board policies and procedures and with program and client needs.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

This position requires a thorough knowledge of principles, practices and methods of mental health counseling and case management; ability to work effectively with clients, co-workers and service providers from the community; knowledge of crisis intervention and emergency techniques; thorough knowledge of child development and knowledge of child-serving community agencies such as school systems, social services, and public health; ability to teach parenting skills; knowledge of and adherence to basic ethics appropriate for the helping relationship; the ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing; and demonstrated good judgment and creativity is a must.

Additional Requirement:

Possession of a current, valid Virginia driver’s license and acceptable driving record.

Minimum Education and Experience:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in human services, with direct treatment and/or case management experience in which the primary populations served were children, adolescents and families; or any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

Other Information:

Equipment: Telephone, copy machine, vehicle, PC, word processing software, cell phone

Work Environment: General office environment with normal lighting levels, temperature, air quality, ventilation and noise levels. Community settings, facilities, individual’s homes with environment as determined by occupant.

Work Location: 1241 North Main Street, Harrisonburg; individuals’ homes, facilities, and/or community settings.

Work Hazards: Minimal hazards associated with rehabilitation programs.

Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, regular office hours; some evening hours required as scheduled. Additional hours as needed to perform job requirements. Regular attendance is required.

The salary range for this position is $43,000-$52,000

Behavioral Health Wellness Coordinator

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General Statement of Duties:

This position leads the development, implementation, and evaluation of all projects and initiatives related to mental health promotion/education, suicide prevention, substance use prevention, problem gaming and gambling, and other Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (DBHDS) priority areas. Behavioral Health Wellness (BHW) Coordinator will collaborate with the Behavioral Health Services Director (BHSD) to guide the vision, direction, and long-term planning of the Behavioral Health Wellness Program’s goals and initiatives.  The BHW Coordinator and the BHSD will also work collaboratively on program administrative tasks related to expense management, grant monitoring and reporting, purchasing, data management, as well as the planning and implementation of prevention efforts in the community.

This position will directly supervise the development and work of Behavioral Health Wellness Specialists including managing team dynamics and morale. The BHW Coordinator’s work will involve significant collaboration both within the agency and with external coalitions, organizations, and other community partners. The BHW Coordinator will work to ensure that the BHW team will represent the agency positively and professionally within the community.

This position is supported by the Substance Abuse Block Grant (SABG) – Prevention Set Aside and continuation of this position is contingent on available funding. The Behavioral Health Wellness Coordinator is supervised by the Director of Behavioral Health Services. Persons in this position are classified Exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act.

 Major Essential Job Functions:

 Works collaboratively with internal and external partners/stakeholders to plan, implement, and evaluate programming related to state priority areas including substance use prevention, suicide prevention, trauma education, mental health education and promotion, and problem gaming and gambling prevention;

Both independently, and in collaboration with others, plans and designs evidence-based and culturally relevant projects, programs, and initiatives to meet community needs related to program priority areas;

Engages in the implementation of all program trainings, events, and projects, as needed, which includes participation in training-for-trainers of all required program training courses;

Collaboratively administrates program grants including reviewing and upholding all aspects of performance contracts, developing and managing budgets, and conducting evaluation processes

Maintains effective and regular communication with relevant agency staff – including Executive Director and Finance Department – on issues, updates, or changes to performance contracts and or grant funding;

Collaboratively manages program spending in compliance with agency’s policies, including retaining program expense documentation, completing purchase orders, and preparing expense reports for grantors;

Provides direct supervision to Behavioral Health Wellness Specialists, including overseeing program-specific training, managing task lists, monitoring performance development, and managing team morale;

Collaboratively manages program data entry responsibilities including entering data into state-wide database(s), monitoring program staff’s entries into state-wide database(s), and ensuring upkeep of any internal program databases (such as program inventory)

 Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of at least 2 of the 3 major priority areas of the program (with a willingness to continue learning in all) – 1) Mental Health; 2) Trauma; 3) Substance Use [Disorders];

Knowledge of post-award grant administrations skills including preparing budgets, grant compliance and reporting;

With agency support, ability to successfully complete training-for-trainers courses in Mental Health First Aid, ACE Interface, and REVIVE: Opioid Overdose & Naloxone Education, and other courses, as needed, and then effectively implement and maintain active certification in training curriculums;

Ability to design and plan innovative and culturally relevant prevention and wellness promotion projects, events, and activities;

Knowledge of instructional design theories, experiential education pedagogy, or training course development practices;

Skills in public speaking, training facilitation, or leading educations experiences;

Ability to engage with diverse populations effectively on subjects matter relevant to the program;

Ability to engage in outreach events – such as community resource or health fairs;

Ability to plan and monitor short- and long-term programmatic goals;

Ability to develop and maintain effective and collaborative partnerships with a variety of community stakeholders;

Skills and experience in supervising staff and managing collaborative teams;

Ability to assess and address gaps in program offerings or community needs;

Ability to manage program compliance with program-related performance contracts or funding guidelines;

Skills in computer literacy skills including experience using Microsoft Office and Teams programs with an emphasis on Excel and PowerPoint

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of prevention theories and practices or public health frameworks strongly preferred;

Knowledge of, or experience assisting, with grant writing;

Knowledge of logic models and/or theory of change models;

Skills in research and basic data analysis;

Ability to develop and execute effective print and digital media assets for the program;

Knowledge of social media and marketing strategies;

Knowledge of the principles of evaluations processes;

Minimum Education and Experience:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in psychology, public health, or other health and human services program, plus two years of experience in mental health promotion, suicide prevention, substance use field, or related area of mental and behavioral health service delivery; or any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Other Information:

Equipment: Telephone, copy/fax machine, vehicle, PC, word processing software, typical devices for presentation of media.

Work Environment: General office environment with normal lighting levels, temperature, air quality, ventilation and noise levels.

Work Location: 1241 N Main St Harrisonburg; various community settings including, but not limited to, work sites, schools, public events, etc.

Work Hazards: Minimal hazards associated with general office environment and community-based services

Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, regular office hours; some evenings and weekend hours required; additional hours as needed to perform job requirements.

The salary range for this position is between $50,000-$60,000

Residential Relief Staff Hourly

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To Apply For This Position:  Interested individuals should visit https://hrcsbva.tylerportico.com/tess/citizen/jobs/job-list/jobs and submit an application.

General Statement of Duties:

Residential Hourly Staff provide direct client services to the residents of Community Services Board operated residential services. Residents are individuals with serious mental illness who are residing in community-based residences. Residential Hourly Staff work assigned hours in order to ensure staffing coverage to meet the needs of the residents.

Services include training and support in daily living skills, household management skills, supportive and/or educational counseling, client goal-setting and progress evaluation, activities to promote community integration, on-site support and emergency intervention. The Supervisor of Residential Services supervises the work of the Residential Hourly Staff. The work requires that confidentiality be maintained in accordance with Board policy. Discretion and independent judgment in providing services are required.

Major Essential Functions:

Develops knowledge of residents’ strengths and needs, including background information about social, psychological, medical, independent living characteristics.

Works assigned hours and/or stays overnight to provide oversight for residents, including some scheduled hours when other agencies are closed.

Provides supervision and guidance to residents, helping establish and maintain daily living routines.

Provides direct training and support to residents based on their needs and interests in order to maintain or improve their community living skills.

Develops and maintains supportive relationships with residents which promote maximum functioning of each individual.

Provides supportive and/or educational counseling, in keeping with each resident’s individual services plan.

Provides crisis intervention as needed, accessing emergency services as appropriate.

Plans and conducts activities with residents to promote community integration.

Summarizes clients’ activities and makes written reports.

Handles any physical plant emergencies.

Maintains effective relationships with co-workers and clients based on courtesy, compassion, and respect.

Is responsible for other duties as assigned, consistent with established policy and procedures.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Working knowledge of mental illness and substance abuse; some knowledge of principles, practices, and methods of mental health education and counseling; principles of record keeping and documentation; basic ethics appropriate to a helping relationship including confidentiality issues; demonstrated ability to work with targeted populations; ability to instruct and support clients; ability to work effectively with clients and service providers in the community; good interpersonal skills including the ability to empathize, demonstrate respect, communicate warmly and honestly, and allow a client to assume responsibility for himself/herself; show good judgment and ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.

Additional Requirement:

Possession of a valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.

Minimum Education and Experience:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in human services or a related specialty; OR graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in another field with a minimum of 16 credit hours in a human services or related specialty; OR graduation from an accredited community college with an associate degree in substance abuse counseling or human services that meets the 80-hour didactic requirement from the Virginia Board of Counseling QMHP-T requirements.

Other Information:

Equipment: Telephone, vehicle, breathalyzer

Work Environment: CSB operated residential settings, community settings, and offices with lighting levels, temperature ranges, air quality, and ventilation and noise levels as provided in each setting.

Work Location: CSB operated residential settings; community settings.

Work Hazards: Standard hazards associated with a mental health treatment environment.  Standard hazards associated with human service residential environment including hazards associated with problem behaviors; occasional hazards associated with community activities; occasional hazards associated with being the sole staff member on the house premises.

Work Schedule: Hours are scheduled to provide support to residents based on their needs and include evening and weekend responsibilities. Flexibility is required in order to meet and respond to residents’ needs.

 

Salary Range: $15.00 to $18.00

 

To Apply For This Position:  Interested individuals should visit https://hrcsbva.tylerportico.com/tess/citizen/jobs/job-list/jobs and submit an application.

ACT Nurse

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To Apply For This Position:  Interested individuals should visit https://hrcsbva.tylerportico.com/tess/citizen/jobs/job-list/jobs and submit an application.

General Statement of Duties:
Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) Nurse (Registered Nurse or Licensed Professional Nurse) will provide in-home services to clients with severe and persistent mental illness. Position is responsible for meeting the nursing service needs of agency consumers by providing competent standards of care in direct and indirect care roles. The Nurse will assist clients with medical aspects of their care through administering and delivering medications, assessing for medication side effects, educating about medications taken to ensure patient’s informed consent, and providing education about symptoms management. The Nurse will work in conjunction with others on the ACT Team to provide comprehensive services for clients in their homes and community settings. This position involves a rotation of day, evening and weekend shift coverage including overnight and weekend rotation of on-call coverage.

This position includes assessing service needs, developing treatment plans and providing assistance with access to community resources. Incumbent assists in obtaining medication and monitors response to prescribed medications and ensures that the medical staff has accurate information about the consumer’s response and/or difficulties related to the medication. The incumbent is expected to exercise a high level of confidentiality regarding clients and services. Receives regular direct supervision from ACT Supervisor, however, direct oversight of medical duties is performed by ACT Psychiatric Care Provider. Assures compliance with agency policy, client rights, confidentiality, licensure regulations and Medicaid regulations as applicable.

This position is classified as non-exempt under provision of the Fair Labor Standards Act.

Major Essential Functions:
Assist in the obtaining, safe storage, handling, and administration of IM and oral medications in compliance with state and federal law, departmental guidelines, and Community Services Board policy and procedure, as well as safe storage and handling of necessary medical supplies
Prepares medication for regular delivery to clients, checking medication orders for accuracy. Records medication delivery on eMAR in accordance with written procedures.
Practices good venipuncture techniques and administers intramuscular injections under the direction of the medical prescriber;
Provides basic medical assessment to consumers, including monitoring client vital signs.
Monitors clients for the development of side effects of medications, reporting this to the prescriber and documenting such in the client case record;
Assists with calling in medication ordered by prescriber to pharmacies as authorized by Psychiatric Care Provider.
Assists psychiatric care provider with managing indigent programs and use of sample medications, as needed for clients.
Assists with arranging and coordinating laboratory testing as ordered by Psychiatric Care Provider.
Assists with obtaining prior authorizations from insurance companies for client medications as ordered by the Psychiatric Care Provider.
Assists in providing therapeutic interventions in both individual and group settings to persons who are in crisis due to their mental health status.
Assists with admission process for individuals being admitted to the program.
Responsible for the cleaning and upkeep of the medication room and other program areas on a routine basis.
Provides medication, health, and wellness education on an individual and group basis to clients.
Provides training and support with activities of daily living, performs crisis intervention, and facilitates prescreening/hospitalization when necessary. Assists and participates in all hospital diversion, hospital care coordination, and hospital discharge/re-integration services.
Documents client contacts and maintains client records in accordance with established Board policy and procedure;
Assists with discharge planning and process; including to ensure that consumers are discharged with adequate supplies of medication and resources to obtain continued supplies.
Makes effective use of available technology, including computers, e-mail, and voice mail in order to enhance customer service;
Maintains effective relationships with co-workers and customers based on courtesy, compassion, and respect;
Participates in team meetings, clinical staffing and supervision (individually and in group).
Participates in professional development training, seminars, and conferences.
Is responsible for other duties as assigned, consistent with established Board policy.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of nursing;
Adherence to the code of ethics of the nursing profession;
Knowledge of principles, practices, and techniques involved in the diagnosis and treatment of individuals with mental health, and co-occurring disorders both individually and in a group setting;
Knowledge of mental health, substance abuse and co-occurring, treatment interventions both individually and in a group setting.
Ability to problem-solve and respond quickly to crisis situations. Ability to function calmly in stressful situations.
Basic knowledge about mental illness and the use of psychotropic medication in its treatment;
The ability to assess both general health problems and medication side effects;
Ability to organize and attend to detail in the delivery of medication;
Good interpersonal skills;
Ability to deal positively and constructively with changes and new challenges;
Demonstrated good judgment, and the ability to work with considerable autonomy. The ability to work comfortably with a wide diversity of both professional staff and clients is required.

Physical Requirements:
May be exposed to allergenic environments in client’s homes, including extreme heat, humidity, dust, smoke, pet contamination, cleaning supplies, etc.;
May be exposed to clients with infectious diseases;
Must be able to drive for long periods of time to visit clients in and out of the catchment area as needed;
Must be able to walk distances, climb and descend stairs, maneuver in and out of agency vehicles;
Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer; and
Must be able to lift/push/pull up to 25 pounds at times.

Minimum Education and Experience:
Graduation from an accredited college or nursing school with a degree or diploma in practical nursing, current licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Professional Nurse (LPN) in the Commonwealth of Virginia, plus two years of nursing experience which includes experience working with mental health and/or substance use disorder clients. Staff member is responsible for submitting proof of license renewal to the Human Resources office. Possession of a valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record as reported by the Department of Motor Vehicles are required for persons using a personal or agency vehicle in the performance of their duties.

Additional Requirements:
• Mandt Training
• CPR Certification and First Aid Certification
• AED Training

Other Information:
Equipment: Standard nursing equipment, telephone; computer hardware and software as required, misc. household appliances (i.e. washer/dryer, stove, dishwasher)

Work Environment: Office setting with normal lighting levels, temperature, air quality, ventilation, and noise levels. Community settings including medical offices, client homes, stores, outdoor settings, etc.

Work Location: 1241 N. Main St., Harrisonburg, VA 22802

Work Hazards: Standard hazards associated with a mental health treatment environment. Standard hazards associated with human service residential environment including hazards associated with problem behaviors; behaviors and hazards associated with necessary use of medical procedures. Use of universal precautions required. Use of protective equipment recommended.

Work Schedule: ACT is a 24-hour program and flexibility is required in order to meet and respond to coverage needs and individual residents’ needs. Shifts will vary to meet the needs of the program. Full-time employees are required to work 40 Hours each week. Monday through Friday- day and/or evening shifts. Weekends and Holidays- evening shifts on a rotating basis with ACT team members. Overnight and weekend on-call on a rotating basis with ACT team members. Regular and reliable attendance is required.

HIPAA Access Level 2: Full read/write access to protected health information (PHI), limited to the minimum necessary, for all clients directly served or assigned, as well as all clients indirectly served through case consultation, clinical supervision, program management, or coverage requirements. Staff at Level 2 are allowed to seek out client PHI as necessary to perform their assigned duties, but are expected to exercise due precautions to limit exposure to any PHI which is outside the scope of their need to know. Utilization of information will be in accordance with HIPAA regulations regarding use limitation, disclosure and requests of PHI.

Starting Salary:$45,000 -$55,000 annually

To Apply For This Position:  Interested individuals should visit https://hrcsbva.tylerportico.com/tess/citizen/jobs/job-list/jobs and submit an application.

CSU Nurse

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Start a career today helping individuals and families of our community be successful on their road to recovery. The Harrisonburg Rockingham Community Services Board is hiring:

Crisis Stabilization Unit Nurse (LPN or RN)

Be a part of the dynamic, interdisciplinary team teaching and supporting individuals experiencing psychiatric crisis. HRCSB is seeking full-time nursing staff who are proficient in the field, yet sensitive to the challenges individuals face when dealing with a psychiatric crisis. Arbor House is a short-term, 7-bed crisis stabilization program working with folks to avoid psychiatric hospitalization, or stepping down from hospital setting before returning home. Duties include standard nursing practices, as well as working with team of mental health professionals to ensure high quality care to those experiencing a psychiatric crisis. This position provides opportunities for engaging on an individual level, facilitating teaching moments, and life skill development outside of general nursing duties. Candidates must be registered and in good standing with the Virginia Board of Health Professions as a Licensed Practical Nurse or as a Registered Nurse.

Please visit our website for position details. Qualified
applicants can obtain an application by visiting our
website at www.hrcsb.org.

Fill out an online application or email completed applications to: recruitment@hrcsb.org
Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug-Free Workplace

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Emergency Services Clinician

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Hourly position providing crisis intervention and evaluation to persons experiencing mental health or substance use emergencies. Position requires strong clinical and problem solving skills, and the ability to work as a member of a team is essential. Good diagnostic, evaluative, emergency intervention and interpersonal skills required. Must be able to work effectively with service providers from other agencies, as well as, with people who are experiencing a high level of stress. Master’s degree in human services and professional license (LPC or LCSW) or license eligible preferred. Will consider Bachelor’s degree in human services or QMHP with at least two years’ experience in mental health field. Licensure supervision and on the job specialized training will be available. Flexible work schedule with day and evening hours available.

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CSU Clinician Hourly

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To Apply For This Position:  Interested individuals should visit https://hrcsbva.tylerportico.com/tess/citizen/jobs/job-list/jobs and submit an application.

General Statement of Duties:

This crisis stabilization program is a short term, 7-bed intensive residential program staffed 24 hours a day to provide crisis services to individual with mental health and co-occurring disorders. Services provided include individual and group therapy.  This position assists in coordinating services and/or resources needed by the resident during their stay and upon discharge from the facility. This position exercises independence in day-to-day decision-making, and it requires expertise in mental health treatment, diagnoses, intervention and assessment with adults whose needs may be difficult to meet. This position works with other crisis stabilization team members, family members, other caregivers, and community resources.

This position is classified non-exempt under the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act.

Major Essential Functions:

  1. Provides intake assessments, individual, group, and family sessions to residents of the crisis stabilization program.
  2. Is the lead group facilitator during their assigned shift and provides one-on-one therapy to clients as appropriate.
  3. Provides recommendations/suggestions in the development of treatment plans that address the needs of the resident’s treatment during enrollment and needed referrals and services upon discharge.
  4. Accurately completes administrative and other paperwork as required.
  5. Along with the CSU Supervisor and the Case Coordinator, develops individual treatment plans that address the needs of the consumer.
  6. Provides in put to CSU Supervisor and Case Coordinator in developing treatment resources pertinent to planning content for group and individual treatment.
  7. Works with CSU Supervisor and Case Coordinator to develop discharging planning and the linkage of the consumer to resources in the community.
  8. In conjunction with other program staff, provides general supervision of the CSU, and ensures that policies and procedures are followed.
  9. Provide positive behavior supports to residents. Responds to emergency situations that occur and appropriately involves other providers, including other program staff, agency emergency services staff, emergency medical services, and law enforcement, as needed.
  10. Assists consumers, when necessary, with daily living tasks as needed, including general facility maintenance tasks, laundry, meal preparation, and transportation.
  11. Attends interdisciplinary, inter-agency and community-based meetings related to consumer treatment when appropriate.
  12. Assures compliance with agency policy, client rights, confidentiality, licensure regulations and Medicaid regulations as applicable.
  13. Completes other tasks and duties as assigned by supervisor and/or other management staff.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Thorough knowledge of the principles, practices and techniques involved in the diagnosis and treatment of individuals with mental health, substance use and co-occurring disorders individually and in a group setting.
  • Knowledge of mental health, substance use and co-occurring treatment interventions both individually and in a group setting.
  • Good diagnostic, evaluative, and crisis intervention skills.
  • Clinical competence in managing suicidal consumers.
  • Ability to function calmly in stressful situations.
  • Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and with private and public agency personnel.
  • The ability to work as part of a clinical treatment team is essential. 

Minimum Education Experience:

  • Master’s level in Human Services, licensed eligible in the State of Virginia 

Additional Requirements:

  • Mandt Training
  • CPR Certification
  • First Aid Certification
  • AED Training 

Other Information:

Work Equipment: Telephone, PC, pager, TDD, AED, misc. household appliances (i.e. washer/dryer, stove, dishwasher)

Work Environment: Residential setting with normal lighting levels, temperature, air quality, ventilation and noise levels.

Work Location: 1353 N. Main St., Harrisonburg, VA 22802

Work Hazards: Minimal hazards associated with a mental health treatment environment. Minimal hazards associated with human service residential environment including hazards associated with problem behaviors; behaviors and hazards associated with necessary use of medical procedures. Use of universal precautions required. Use of protective equipment recommended.

Work Schedule: Hours are scheduled to provide support to residents based on their needs. Flexibility is required in order to meet and respond to coverage needs and individual residents’ needs.

Starting Salary: $19-$22 per hour

To Apply For This Position:  Interested individuals should visit https://hrcsbva.tylerportico.com/tess/citizen/jobs/job-list/jobs and submit an application.

 

CSU Nurse, Hourly

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Crisis Stabilization Unit Nurse (LPN or RN) Hourly

Be a part of the dynamic, interdisciplinary team teaching and supporting individuals experiencing psychiatric crisis. HRCSB is seeking hourly nursing staff who are proficient in the field, yet sensitive to the challenges individuals face when dealing with a psychiatric crisis. Arbor House is a short-term, 7-bed crisis stabilization program working with folks to avoid psychiatric hospitalization, or stepping down from hospital setting before returning home. Duties include standard nursing practices, as well as working with team of mental health professionals to ensure high quality care to those experiencing a psychiatric crisis. This position provides flexible scheduling with opportunities to engage with clients on an individual level, facilitating teaching moments, and life skill development outside of general nursing duties. Candidates must be registered and in good standing with the Virginia Board of Health Professions as a Licensed Practical Nurse or as a Registered Nurse.

To Apply For This Position:  Interested individuals should visit https://hrcsbva.tylerportico.com/tess/citizen/jobs/job-list/jobs and submit an application.

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