Counselor I

About the role

Western State Hospital, part of the Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (DBHDS), has been a leader in psychiatric treatment since 1828. WSH is a 302-bed Joint Commission/CMS-accredited psychiatric facility located in the scenic Shenandoah Valley. The hospital serves adults with serious mental health needs and is nationally recognized for its Psychosocial Rehabilitation “Learning” programs. Western State Hospital is seeking a full-time Counselor I to develop and implement person-centered treatment and discharge plans in collaboration with consumers and other interdisciplinary treatment team members and serve as a link between community agencies and others supporting consumer recovery.

Responsibilities

• Provide social work assessments and identify discharge needs
• Provide PSR interventions and participate in developing and implementing individualized treatment plans
• Complete social work assessment within 7 days of admission
• Develop discharge plans reflecting a working knowledge of the forensic service delivery system and mental health law
• Develop and maintain partnerships with Community Service Providers
• Provide a link between the WSH treatment team and consumers’ families, and other persons who support recovery
• Provide clinical documentation per requirements and established time frames outlined by Joint Commission, CMS, and Social Work Department standards

Requirements

• BSW required (graduation from a CSWE accredited undergraduate or graduate social work program)
• Professional work experience with adults with serious mental illness
• Experience in discharge planning (preferred)
• Bilingual (preferred)
• Veteran or veteran spouse (preferred)

Benefits

• Retirement with cash match
• Paid time off, sick time, family/personal time, and community service time
• Health, vision, and dental insurance
• Life insurance

Pay

Hiring range: $57,00 to $71,000 (Pay Band 4)

Schedule

Full-time

Location

Western State Hospital, 103 Valley Center Drive, Staunton, VA 24401