Horizon Behavioral Health
QMHP - Admissions Screening Clinician - $5K hiring bonus
Horizon Behavioral Health, Lynchburg, Virginia, us, 24513
Hours: full-time (37.5 hours per week), Mon-Fri 8:30 to 5:00 pm. No on-call or holidays
Location: Lynchburg VA, 24501
$5000 Hiring Bonus for QMHP,
active as of 09/01/2025, $5000 Total, paid in three (3) installments; $2000 upon receipt of the following: Background clearances, including fingerprint background check, Acceptable drug screen results, Satisfactory references; $1500 upon satisfactory completion of the six (6) month probationary period; $1500 upon completion of twelve (12) months of continuous employment, with a satisfactory performance evaluation. This hiring bonus is applicable to new hires only, or otherwise, individuals not having been employed for a minimum of 1 year from the date application is received.
Position Summary
The Admissions Screener performs clinical screening and triage to individuals making initial contact with Horizon to maintain compliance with Same Day Access requirements from the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services
Required Education and Experience
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university in an applicable human services field (including social work, counseling, behavioral science, psychology, or other DMAS-approved human services and related fields degree). Preferred 1 year with working with MH or SUD populations Qualified Mental Health Professional
Related Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of services, systems, and programs available in the community including primary health care, support services, eligibility criteria and intake processes, generic community resources, and mental health, developmental disabilities, and substance abuse treatment programs; Knowledge and understanding of the nature of serious mental illness, developmental disabilities, and substance abuse depending on the population served, including clinical and developmental issues. Knowledge of treatment modalities and techniques, such as behavior management, independent living skills training, family education, discharge planning, and service coordination. Knowledge of clinical supervision requirements and techniques. Knowledge of principles, procedures, techniques, trends, and literature related to mental health, intellectual disabilities and substance abuse.
Willing and available to work modified schedules (weekends, holidays, etc.) as required. Ability to drive and must possess a valid driver's license. May be called upon to travel to any Horizon worksite; transport clients, provide services to clients at other locations. Regular attendance at training and Horizon meetings may require travel to a variety of Horizon sites.
THE BEST BENEFITS FOR THOSE WHO TAKE CARE OF THE COMMUNITY
We're proud to offer some of the best benefits options in Central Virginia. Participation in the Virginia Retirement System (VRS) is exclusively for public service workers in Virginia, while several options exist for life, health, dental, and vision insurance. Emphasis on work-life balance means a generous annual leave policy ensuring time for wellness with separate time allocated for sick leave and additionally for paid holidays. Stay active with Horizon's annual wellness programs and various opportunities to interact with the community throughout the year. Horizon's clinical sites are NHSC/HRSA-approved for clinical student loan repayment, and qualify for both the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) and the Behavioral Health State Loan Repayment (BHLRP) programs. If you are interested in continuing your education, working at Horizon qualifies you to receive discounts at some local universities.
To Apply - Please visit our online career center at
https://www.horizonbh.org/careers/
Horizon Behavioral Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
Location: Lynchburg VA, 24501
$5000 Hiring Bonus for QMHP,
active as of 09/01/2025, $5000 Total, paid in three (3) installments; $2000 upon receipt of the following: Background clearances, including fingerprint background check, Acceptable drug screen results, Satisfactory references; $1500 upon satisfactory completion of the six (6) month probationary period; $1500 upon completion of twelve (12) months of continuous employment, with a satisfactory performance evaluation. This hiring bonus is applicable to new hires only, or otherwise, individuals not having been employed for a minimum of 1 year from the date application is received.
Position Summary
The Admissions Screener performs clinical screening and triage to individuals making initial contact with Horizon to maintain compliance with Same Day Access requirements from the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services
Required Education and Experience
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university in an applicable human services field (including social work, counseling, behavioral science, psychology, or other DMAS-approved human services and related fields degree). Preferred 1 year with working with MH or SUD populations Qualified Mental Health Professional
Related Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of services, systems, and programs available in the community including primary health care, support services, eligibility criteria and intake processes, generic community resources, and mental health, developmental disabilities, and substance abuse treatment programs; Knowledge and understanding of the nature of serious mental illness, developmental disabilities, and substance abuse depending on the population served, including clinical and developmental issues. Knowledge of treatment modalities and techniques, such as behavior management, independent living skills training, family education, discharge planning, and service coordination. Knowledge of clinical supervision requirements and techniques. Knowledge of principles, procedures, techniques, trends, and literature related to mental health, intellectual disabilities and substance abuse.
Willing and available to work modified schedules (weekends, holidays, etc.) as required. Ability to drive and must possess a valid driver's license. May be called upon to travel to any Horizon worksite; transport clients, provide services to clients at other locations. Regular attendance at training and Horizon meetings may require travel to a variety of Horizon sites.
THE BEST BENEFITS FOR THOSE WHO TAKE CARE OF THE COMMUNITY
We're proud to offer some of the best benefits options in Central Virginia. Participation in the Virginia Retirement System (VRS) is exclusively for public service workers in Virginia, while several options exist for life, health, dental, and vision insurance. Emphasis on work-life balance means a generous annual leave policy ensuring time for wellness with separate time allocated for sick leave and additionally for paid holidays. Stay active with Horizon's annual wellness programs and various opportunities to interact with the community throughout the year. Horizon's clinical sites are NHSC/HRSA-approved for clinical student loan repayment, and qualify for both the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) and the Behavioral Health State Loan Repayment (BHLRP) programs. If you are interested in continuing your education, working at Horizon qualifies you to receive discounts at some local universities.
To Apply - Please visit our online career center at
https://www.horizonbh.org/careers/
Horizon Behavioral Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).