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Hours Full-time, Part-time
Location Lexington, Virginia

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Job Description

Rockbridge and Bath County and the Cities of Lexington and Buena Vista

ROCKBRIDGE AREA COMMUNITY SERVICES

RACS is currently seeking a motivated, qualified individual to work in our coverage area of Rockbridge and Bath County, and the Cities of Lexington and Buena Vista. RACS will provide training, supervision, and education opportunities specific to the position.

Agency Overview:

Rockbridge Area Community Services strives to impact our local community through innovative behavioral health, substance use, and developmental services. Utilizing exceptionally qualified staff from diverse backgrounds we strive to enhance lives and promote whole health wellness through a vast array of supportive services! We have been providing services throughout Rockbridge and Bath counties and the cities of Lexington and Buena Vista since 1982.

Position Overview:

The incumbent is expected to provide a total of 37.5 hours of service per week. The allocation of time is as follows:

  • 40% of the time (2 days per week) will be dedicated to the role of Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) Coordinator.
  • 20% of the time (1 day per week) will be dedicated to the role of Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) Coordinator.
  • 40% of the time (2 days per week) will be dedicated peer recovery services/facility dog handler.

Qualifications:

Education and experience: Minimum: Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Sociology, Social Work, Psychology, Communications, Business Administration or related field, plus one year experience working with criminal justice system and/or mental health.

  • Preferred candidate will demonstrate the following:
      • experience with law enforcement, criminal justice system and logistics;
      • experience in developing and training individuals;
      • Qualified Mental Health Professional per current DMAS and DBHDS Standards in place
  • Minimum of (2) or more years' experience) working with a diverse client population including individuals diagnosed with intellectual disabilities, serious mental illness, and/or substance use problems and/or work in a medical setting or health related field.
  • Prefer knowledge of or having worked in a MAT program.
  • Prefer knowledge of or having worked in CIT program.

Certifications: Incumbent must complete the Peer Recovery Specialist 72 - hour training within 6 months of hire and obtain Peer Recovery Specialist certification upon completion of service hours being obtained.

Fringe Benefits:

We offer a generous benefits package that includes competitive salaries, paid holidays, paid time off, State retirement, health, dental and vision plans, telework options, and student loan repayment options + much more!

Background Investigation Requirements:

All applicants are subject to a background investigation. Investigations may include fingerprint checks (State Police); local agency checks; employment verification; verification of education (relevant to employment); and other checks based on the position.

Probationary Period:

All persons that are newly hired, rehired, transferred, promoted, or demoted into a Rockbridge Area Community Services position must serve a new 6-month probationary period.

RACS is an EEO employer and is committed to supporting workforce diversity, equitable opportunities, and inclusivity. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request. RACS values our Veterans and encourages all to apply. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other nation service alumni are also encouraged to apply.