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Connections Health Solutions

Mental Health Therapist - Woodbridge, VA (FT .90 Days)

Connections Health Solutions, Woodbridge, Virginia, us, 22195

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Connections Health Solutions .

We’re not just behavioral health people—we’re crisis people.

Connections Health Solutions is a leading provider of immediate-access behavioral health crisis care. Our team combines medical and recovery-oriented treatment to stabilize individuals in crisis and connect them to community-based resources for ongoing recovery.

Founded by emergency room psychiatrists Dr. Chris Carson and Dr. Robert Williamson, our physician‑led, data‑driven model draws upon more than 15 years of crisis care expertise. Recognized by SAMHSA and the National Council for Mental Wellbeing as a national best practice, we’ve delivered invaluable treatment to hundreds of thousands of individuals facing crises. Our commitment remains consistent: to improve access, inspire hope, and provide the right support.

Our values shape our decisions, define our culture, and foster continuous learning and growth. We accept people as they are, create safe spaces where they feel valued and respected, inspire hope, walk side‑by‑side, act with intention, hold ourselves and each other accountable, work as one team, and strive to find better ways to fulfill our mission. We are on a mission to change the face of behavioral health. Help us save lives and make a difference.

Responsibilities

Conduct a thorough, accurate, clinically sound Psychosocial Assessment with the individual within 24 hours of admission.

Maintain the clinic record, including documentation of activities performed as part of the service delivery process; obtain signatures regarding treatment as necessary.

Provide internal education regarding DBT, trauma‑informed care, harm reduction, and service plan documentation.

Prepare clinical reports and individualized service plans using agency electronic documentation software; ensure documentation complies with best clinical practices, contracts, regulatory, and other legal requirements.

Conduct brief interventions, individual, family, and group counseling within scope of practice; participate in redirecting individual behavior while maintaining a safe milieu when necessary; document all services and activities appropriately.

Arrange for referral and placement of individuals in community substance use programs, housing, or employment opportunities.

Provide case management services to promote recovery and community reintegration; conduct crisis interventions and follow‑up as necessary.

Maintain a working knowledge of the Virginia Involuntary Commitment process, DBHDS, and DMAS roles within the Virginia behavioral health system.

Participate in individual and group supervision as required; participate in ongoing education, including in‑services, training, and other activities to maintain and improve competency; demonstrate competency through post‑testing, skill observation, and performance as assessed by direct supervision.

Complete ongoing authorizations for clinical and billing purposes.

Complete all required training, attend monthly meetings, and maintain required competencies.

Coordinate civil commitment process with necessary stakeholders.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Unrestricted license as Licensed Mental Health Professional in Virginia (LMHP, LMHP‑R, LMHP‑RP, LMHP‑S, or CATP). Accepted licensure includes LGPC, LPC, LMSW, LCSW, LMFT, LCP, CSAC.

3 years of experience in mental health, substance use treatment, or relevant work.

Knowledge of principles of recovery, family of origin/intergenerational issues, and co‑occurring psychiatric disorders.

Knowledge and experience working with special populations (serious mental illness, substance use diagnoses, brain injuries, individuals over 60).

Must be able to perform Safe Clinch patient restraint techniques.

When working with youth, experience within the children’s system of care, their families, and stakeholders.

Company has a mandatory vaccination policy; all successful applicants must be fully vaccinated or meet exemption criteria prior to start date.

State of Virginia Fingerprint Clearance.

Must pass Virginia Department of Behavioral Health & Developmental Services (VA DBHDS) background check.

Must pass Virginia Department of Social Services (VA DSS) Office of Background Investigations – Central Registry Search.

It would be great if you had

Experience working with children, youth, families, and adults with behavioral health issues.

Knowledge of and experience with the Virginia involuntary treatment process.

What We Offer Full‑time only:

Comprehensive health insurance: Medical, Dental, Vision, Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity.

CHS pays for Basic Life, AD&D, Short and Long‑Term Disability.

Voluntary Life insurance option for employees and families.

Health Savings Accounts with $1,000 to $2,000 employer contribution.

Flexible Spending Accounts (healthcare and dependent care).

401(k) company match after 6 months (50% of deferrals up to 6% of compensation).

Generous PTO starting at 160 hours accrued annually and 12 recognized company holidays.

All employees (Pool, Part‑time, Full‑time):

Employee Assistance Program for emotional, work life, financial, legal, or online support.

After 90 days, auto enrollment in 401(k).

Seniority level

Mid‑senior level

Employment type

Part‑time

Job function

Health Care Provider

Industries

Mental Health Care

EEO Statement Connections Health Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming environment for all employees and applicants.

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