Forensic Service Coordinator - Assertive Community Treatment (ACT)
Forensic Service Coordinator - Assertive Community Treatment (ACT)
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Forensic Service Coordinator
Annual Salary: 51253
Work Schedule: Monday Friday 8:30 am 4:30 pm
Join the HamptonNewport News Community Services Board as a FullTime Forensic Service Coordinator in our Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) team! This exciting opportunity invites you to engage directly with clients in a collaborative onsite environment in Hampton VA. By utilizing your Bachelors degree in a related Human Services field you will play a crucial role in case management and service coordination directly impacting the lives of individuals in need. Youll thrive in our flexible and customerfocused culture while making a real difference in the community. With a competitive pay of $51253 youll be recognized for your commitment to excellence and integrity.
As part of a professional team your worklife balance and personal growth are prioritized. As a team member youll be able to enjoy benefits such as Medical Dental Vision Life Insurance Flexible Spending Account Competitive Salary Paid Time Off Employee Discounts and Virginia Retirement System (VRS). We invite you to take the next step in your career while being part of a premier provider dedicated to empathetic and safe service delivery!
A little about us
Since 1971 HamptonNewport News Community Services Board has provided a comprehensive continuum of highquality essential and communitybased services to citizens of the Peninsula who are living with a mental illness developmental disabilities and substance use disorders.
Make a difference as a Forensic Service Coordinator Assertive Community Treament (ACT)
As a Forensic Service Coordinator at the HamptonNewport News Community Services Board youll play a vital role in supporting our mentally ill clients including those with cooccurring intellectual developmental disabilities and substance abuse issues. Your primary responsibility involves ensuring the continuity of both directly provided and contractual services tailored to meet our clients basic physical financial social and personal needs. Youll conduct outreach psychological assessments and treatment planning while collaborating with clients families and care providers to develop comprehensive service plans. Your advocacy efforts will help clients navigate the complex systems of care from securing shelter and medical services to obtaining disability benefits. Additionally youll monitor client behaviors provide supportive counseling and intervene during crises fostering a supportive environment that prioritizes the individuals goals.
With opportunities for direct client interaction and involvement in legal proceedings this position promises a dynamic and fulfilling experience dedicated to service coordination and comprehensive case management.
What matters most
To excel as a Forensic Service Coordinator at the HamptonNewport News Community Services Board a Bachelors degree in a Human Services related field such as Social Work Psychology or Counselingis essential. With a foundation in these disciplines candidates should possess at least one year of experience in case management or service coordination services ideally within environments such as jails prisons and criminal justice agencies. Organizational and analytical skills are critical for conducting assessments and developing effective treatment plans.
Strong communication abilities will foster collaboration with clients families and service providers while crisis intervention skills are vital for responding to urgent situations. Additionally the ideal candidate should be registered with the Board of Counseling as a Qualified Mental Health Professional Adult (QMHPA) or commit to registering as a QMHPA trainee within the first 30 days of employment. A Masters degree is preferred further enhancing the professionals ability to navigate complex cases effectively.
Knowledge and skills required for the position are:
- Bachelors degree in Human Services (such as Social Work Psychology or Counseling)
- One (1) year experience in case management or service coordination services and experience in working with jails prisons and criminal justice agencies.
- Must be registered with the Board of Counseling to practice as a QMHPA or register as a QMHPA trainee within 30 days of employment.
- Valid Drivers License
Your next step
If you think this job aligns with your requirements then submitting an application is simple. Good luck!
The selected candidate must successfully pass a criminal history fingerprint background investigation DMV record check Child Registry search drug screening test and employment reference checks.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
