Youth Advocate Programs, Inc.·Roanoke County, Virginia
Provide direct clinical services to youth and families using a strength-based wraparound approach in community settings. Develop individualized service plans and collaborate with stakeholders to support treatment goals and skill building.
Status: Part-Time Hourly
FLSA classification: Non-Exempt
Community-Based Child and Family Counselor (QMHP-C) is responsible for providing direct clinical services to youth and their families in home, school, and community settings. This role focuses on delivering individualized, strength-based interventions using a comprehensive wraparound approach that actively engages both youth and their caregivers.
Initiate, organize, plan, and implement individualized clinical interventions for assigned youth and families.
Develop and deliver service plans using a strength-based, wraparound model that engages caregivers and support systems
Provide services in community-based settings, including homes, schools, and other natural environments.
Collaborate with families, stakeholders, and service providers to support treatment goals.
Maintain timely and accurate documentation in accordance with agency and regulatory requirements.
Support youth and families in building skills and accessing resources across educational, social, and behavioral domains.
Services are delivered in the community - this is not an office-based role.
Flexible scheduling with hours that may include evenings and weekends, depending on participant needs.
$30.00 per hour
Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual merit, skills, and qualifications, without regard to race, age, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex, military or veteran status, or disability or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where YAP operates. YAP will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.
Market context
Qualified Mental Health Professional roles in Virginia are typically in demand across community-based behavioral health settings, where employers look for candidates who meet DBHDS QMHP or QMHP-T eligibility and have relevant mental health experience. These positions can be competitive because agencies often want both direct service experience and readiness to work independently with clients. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to quickly confirm fit, then verify your Virginia credential status before applying.
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