Mobile Crisis Counselor QMHP

Job Description

Job DescriptionDescription:

Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) Mobile Crisis & Community Stabilization Services Location: Richmond, VA

Schedule: Evening Shift and Weekend Shift available

Compensation: Paid while sitting on-site and during active crisis response

Behavioral Health Services of Virginia (BHSVA) is hiring dedicated and mission-driven Qualified Mental Health Professionals to join our Mobile Crisis and Community Stabilization team. This is a field-based role providing urgent behavioral health support to individuals in crisis, referred through 988, hospitals, law enforcement, or the community.

Requirements:

Position Details:

• You will report to our Richmond office at the beginning and end of each shift.
• You are paid while on-site waiting for a dispatch and throughout the active response.
• Company vehicles are provided for Mobile Crisis responses only.

Key Responsibilities:

• Respond to crisis calls with a paired clinician or nurse once dispatched.
• Provide face-to-face crisis intervention, risk assessments, and support in the community.
• Deliver Community Stabilization services as follow-up or step-down from crisis care.
• Help clients manage mental health symptoms, reduce risks, and achieve short-term goals.
• Maintain clear, timely documentation for all services provided.
• Coordinate with supervisors, medical staff, and referral sources to ensure safe transitions.
• Attend required weekly clinical supervision meetings.

Available Shifts :

Monday- Friday

Friday-Sunday

Evenings

Overnight

Day shift

Qualifications:

• Must be registered as a QMHP-Trainee or QMHP with the Virginia Board of Counseling.
• Must have your Mobile Crisis Training Certification
• Experience with crisis response, case management, or community-based mental health is preferred.
• Able to work independently and in high-stress environments.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation (if not using agency vehicle).

What We Offer:

• Paid time while waiting for dispatch
• Company vehicles for active Mobile Crisis use
• Supportive, collaborative team environment
• The opportunity to make an immediate impact on your community

If you're ready to be a first responder for mental health and want to be part of an innovative crisis program, we encourage you to apply today.