Therapist, Emergency Services

Richmond, VA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 8 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Title: Therapist Emergency Services Company Overview

Pulivarthi Group is a premier global provider of staffing and IT technology solutions renowned for delivering exceptional services tailored to each clients unique needs. With a steadfast commitment to excellence we merge expertise with innovation ensuring cost-effective solutions of the highest quality. Our diverse client base spans healthcare finance government and beyond reflecting our adaptability and proficiency across industries. Operating in the United States and Canada we pride ourselves on aligning with clients cultures deploying top-tier talent and utilizing cutting-edge technologies. Pulivarthi Group stands as a beacon of reliability efficiency and innovation in the realm of staffing solutions.

Job Overview/Summary

The Therapist Emergency Services is responsible for providing immediate mental health assessments crisis intervention and stabilization services to individuals experiencing psychiatric emergencies. This role involves close coordination with hospitals law enforcement courts and community agencies to ensure timely and appropriate care.

Responsibilities

Complete pre-screenings risk assessments and evaluations for hospitalization commitments emergency custody orders temporary detention orders and treatment needs.
Coordinate actions with law enforcement judicial authorities and medical treatment providers.
Arrange voluntary and involuntary hospital admissions and follow up with hospital staff.
Provide crisis intervention and stabilization services to program referrals.
Coordinate alcohol and drug treatment placements.
Deliver direct services including emergency intakes individual evaluations and individual and family therapy.
Classify and refer individuals to appropriate agency treatment units.
Coordinate services and liaise with hospitals courts social services state offices and community partners.
Respond to program callers and manage phone inquiries.
Prepare documentation and enter psychological and service data into electronic records systems.
Provide expert testimony in court and legal proceedings as required.

Primary Skills

Crisis intervention and stabilization
Mental health risk assessment
Emergency psychiatric evaluations
Individual and family therapy
Documentation and clinical recordkeeping

Secondary Skills (Good to Have)

Substance use disorder assessment and placement coordination
Court testimony and legal documentation
Knowledge of involuntary commitment processes
Community resource coordination

Qualifications

Masters degree in Social Work Counseling Psychology or a related field
Active clinical licensure (LCSW LPC LMFT or equivalent) or license-eligible as per state requirements
Experience in emergency services crisis response or acute mental health settings preferred

Benefits/Perks

Competitive compensation
Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
Professional development and training opportunities
Supportive and collaborative work environment

Equal Opportunity Statement

Pulivarthi Group is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture and celebrate authenticity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race religion color national origin gender gender identity sexual orientation age marital status disability protected veteran status or any other legally protected characteristics.

Title: Therapist Emergency Services Company Overview Pulivarthi Group is a premier global provider of staffing and IT technology solutions renowned for delivering exceptional services tailored to each clients unique needs. With a steadfast commitment to excellence we merge expertise with innovation ...