Team Coordinator-Co-Responder

About the role

The Loudoun County Department of Mental Health, Substance Abuse and Developmental Services is seeking a talented and motivated individual to serve as a Team Coordinator in the Co-Responder program. In this role, you will work with a trusted and reputable team that has a history of success connecting individuals and their families with person-centered, recovery-oriented services and supports.

Responsibilities

The Team Coordinator is a member of both the Emergency Services team and the Co-Responder team and is primarily assigned to either team. The Team Coordinator uses their expertise in the diagnosis and treatment of mental illness, substance use disorders, and intellectual/developmental disabilities to support 24-hour crisis response through direct supervision of Behavioral Health Therapists, Crisis Intervention Counselors, and Assessment & Evaluation Specialists. The Team Coordinator provides clinical and operational oversight, cultivation and maintenance of community partnerships, and oversight of new and existing subprograms and provides direct services as needed.

Requirements

• Master’s degree and currently possess professional licensure such as: Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW); Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC); Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT); Licensed Clinical Psychologist (LCP); Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner; Psychiatric Clinical Nurse Specialist; Medical Doctor (MD); Doctor of Osteopathy (DO)
• Three (3) years of professional experience working with individuals who have a mental health and/or substance use diagnosis and/or emergency services experience, which may include internship experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional experience in mental health and/or substance use treatment and/or experience working in behavioral health emergency services and/or crisis intervention
• Bilingual (English and Spanish) candidates strongly encouraged to apply
• Supervisory experience

Qualifications and Special Requirements

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check, credit check, driving record check and TB test. Must have a valid driver's license in Virginia or regional state of residence. Must be eligible for certification as a Certified Preadmission Screening Clinician (CPASC) in accordance with VA DBHDS regulations. Must be eligible to be a certified Notary Public. Must be fitted for N-95 (or similar) mask to safely provide on-site services as needed.

Co-Responder team activities include driving in law enforcement vehicle for extended periods of time, responding to 911 calls for behavioral health crisis with law enforcement, and outreach to individuals/families after 911 calls for service. Co-Responder team requirements include wearing a Kevlar vest and participating in trainings via criminal justice academy. Must adhere to INOVA Loudoun Hospital Center contractor policies.