Job Description

Southside Behavioral Health provides individualized culturally competent care in our communities, by supporting wellness and quality of life in a recovery-oriented environment and professional manner. Covering the counties of Halifax, Mecklenburg and Brunswick, VA. our behavioral health services are supported by community involvement and professional values.

The On-Call Mobile Crisis Services Therapist plays a vital role in responding to individuals experiencing behavioral health crises. This position provides immediate, trauma-informed mental health assessment, intervention, and stabilization services across a variety of settings including homes, community spaces, hospital emergency departments, and over the phone. The therapist works as part of a mobile crisis team to ensure timely, compassionate, and clinically appropriate responses to psychiatric emergencies.

Shift:

Variable, including evenings, weekends, holidays.

The flat rate is $150.00 per shift. If a call is received or a pre-screen is conducted:

1 to 90 minutes: $150.00

91 to 180 minutes: $200.00

Over 180 minutes: $250.00

Responsibilities

Respond promptly to crisis calls during assigned on-call shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays. Conduct risk assessments and determine the level of care needed (e.g., outpatient support, hospitalization). Provide crisis intervention, stabilization, and short-term support for individuals experiencing psychiatric, emotional, or behavioral crises. Collaborate with law enforcement, hospitals, schools, and community agencies to ensure coordinated care. Make referrals to mental health and substance use treatment services and assist with linkage as needed. Complete timely and accurate documentation in compliance with agency, state, and funding requirements. Participate in clinical supervision and training as required.

Qualifications

Master's Degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or a related field. Licensure in [LCSW, LPC, LMFT]. Prior experience in crisis intervention, emergency psychiatric services, or behavioral health referred. Experience working with diverse populations and high-risk individuals (e.g., severe mental illness, co-occurring disorders, youth in crisis). Must meet all criminal background and drug screening requirements. Valid driver's license and safe driving record, required.

As an equal opportunity employer, women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $150.00 - $250.00 per day

Education:

Master's (Required)
License/Certification:

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (Required) LPC (Required) LMFT (Required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in South Hill, VA 23970