Crisis Counselor
Job description
This is a FLSA non-exempt position where the incumbent works in the Louisa County Public Schools (LCPS) as an employee of Region Ten Louisa Emergency Services program supporting youth experiencing emotional and behavioral crisis who may be at risk for hospitalization or require other crisis services. The incumbent will perform safety assessments, prescreens for ECO/TDO, provide post-crisis counseling, care coordination, and possible prevention services. The incumbent will be expected to effectively coordinate with school administrators, counselors, School Resource Officers (SRO), parents or guardians, Region Ten Emergency Services (ES), Region Ten non-emergency services, Dept. of Human Services (DHS), Court Services Unit (CSU) and other community partners, as required.
For clinical supervision and administrative purposes, the incumbent reports to the Director III of the Region Ten Louisa Counseling Center. For daily assignment of tasks and responsibilities, the incumbent reports to the LCPS Director of Pupil Personnel Services. This is a 11-month position and generally follows the LCPS teacher calendar except for an additional month over the summer. The incumbent may be required to work extended hours at the discretion of the Director of Pupil Personnel Services. In carrying out positional duties, he/she shall perform them in accordance with applicable professional ethics, Region Ten policies, and LCPS policies. The incumbent is expected to follow standard practices as well as utilize independent judgment.
Education:
- Clinician I: Bachelor’s Degree in a human-services field is required or in-progress Master’s degree in a human-services field.
- Clinician II: Master’s Degree required. Candidates must be eligible to seek licensure for LPC, LCP, or LCSW through the Virginia Department of Health Professions and do so within 6 months of date of hire.
- Clinician III: Master Degree and licensed through the Virginia Department of Health Professions.
Qualifications: All candidates must have, or be within 6-months of obtaining, a master’s degree in a human services field, such as mental health counseling, school counseling, psychology, school psychology, or human services. VACSB Pre-screener certification training required. Computer knowledge required in Word and Excel. To ensure the safe and efficient operation of the program, a valid Virginia Driver’s License plus an acceptable driving record as issued by the Department of Motor Vehicles are required. For business use of a personal car, a certificate of valid personal automobile insurance must be provided.
Schedule: The incumbent will follow the LCPS calendar to include possible after school hours and varied schedule according to consumer, school, or program needs.
Salary: Starting at $20.02/hr. Negotiable.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $20.02 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Medical specialties:
- Psychiatry
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Education:
- Master's (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- LMHP or LMHP/E (Required)
Work Location: In person
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