QMHP-

REGISTERED QMHP (TRAINEE accepted)

COMMUNITY BASED POSITION 

VIRGINIA FAMILY SERVICES (VFS) is currently seeking  QMHPs (also QMHP-Trainees) for the position of Community Support Specialist.

This position will provide individualized support and guidance to assist with daily life challenges.

A Registered QMHP or Trainee  will render services in the following programs:

Mental Health Skills-Building Services (MHSS)-provides adult supportive services, daily living skills training, medication management assistance, independent living skills, community service coordination, healthy relationship support establishing daily routines, budgeting assistance, social skills training, and coping skills training.

Intensive In-Home (IIH)- assist youth between ages 5-22 who experience mental, emotional, or behavioral challenges.

COMMUNITY BASED POSITION-Services are provided in person in the community.

Qualifications: Education and Experience

Education:

Bachelor’s Degree OR Master's Degree in Psychology, Social Work or related approved Human Services field AND one (1) year of relevant experience

VFS defines the relevant experience for this position as:

Experience providing services in a community or facility setting, preparing clinical documentation (daily, quarterly, and progress notes), and assisting individuals with meeting their personal goals and objectives.

Must be a Registered with the Board of Counseling.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (not inclusive):

Strong attention to detail and accuracy

Ability to complete required documentation within deadlines

Demonstrated assessment and counseling skills (risk, suicidal, crisis intervention & diagnostic)

Ability to respond appropriately to aggressive behaviors with the least restrictive interventions

Strong written and spoken communication skills

Proficient personal computer operations skills including Word, Excel

Previous case management and documentation-related experience