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Behavioral Health Therapist-Licensed --PERS

Sentara Health·Norfolk, Virginia

Unknown·Remote Ok·2-5 yrs·Posted 6 days ago
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About the role

Assess patients in Emergency Departments presenting with behavioral and mental health concerns to provide treatment recommendations. Collaborate with families and healthcare teams to implement and evaluate care plans based on psychological and social needs.

City/State Norfolk, VA Work Shift Rotating Overview

Sentara Health is now hiring a remote Licensed Behavioral Health Therapist. This PRN position will be a part of the Psychiatric Emergency Response team (PERS) that assess patients in the Sentara Emergency Departments who present with behavioral/mental health concerns and will provide recommendations for treatment.

Schedule

Weekend - night shifts. Need to work at least 3 shifts per month. More hours are likely available if desired. Education Master’s Degree – Social Work, Counseling, or other related field – (Required) Certification/Licensure Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) - Required Experience At least 1 years of outpatient or inpatient experience (Preferred) Crisis experience highly desired Excellent clinical skills, documentation, and communication skills Duties/Responsibilities Assesses the social, psychological, cultural, environmental, and financial situation, as well as disposition needs, for each assigned patient. Collaborates with patients, families, healthcare team members, and community agencies to develop and implement plans to address identified needs. Evaluates effectiveness of developed plans and initiates change as needed.

Benefits

  • Caring For Your Family and Your Career
  • Medical, Dental, Vision plans
  • Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000
  • Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
  • Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave
  • Emergency Backup Care
  • Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans
  • Life Insurance
  • 401k/403B with Employer Match
  • Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education
  • Student Debt Pay Down – $10,000
  • Reimbursement for certifications and free access to complete CEUs and professional development
  • Pet Insurance
  • Legal Resources Plan
  • Colleagues have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met. Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its close to an almost 30,000-member workforce. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging is a guiding principle of the organization to ensure its workforce reflects the communities it serves.

In support of our mission “to improve health every day,” this is a tobacco-free environment. For positions that are available as remote work, Sentara Health employs associates in the following states: Alabama, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.

Requirements

Requires a Master's degree in Social Work or Counseling and a valid LPC or LCSW license. Preferred experience includes at least one year of inpatient or outpatient work, with a strong preference for crisis experience.

  • professional certificate
  • postgraduate degree
  • Case Management
  • Communication Skills
  • Treatment Planning
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Clinical Documentation
  • Psychological Assessment
  • Patient Collaboration
  • Behavioral Health Assessment

Posting details

Employment type
Unknown
Work arrangement
Remote Ok
Experience
2-5 yrs
Location
Norfolk, Virginia
Posted
Jul 22, 2026
Application
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Hiring organization

Sentara Health

Sentara Health, an integrated, not-for-profit health care delivery system, celebrates more than 135 years in pursuit of its mission - "we improve health every day." Sentara is one of the largest health systems in the U.S. Mid-Atlantic and Southeast, and among the top 20 largest...

Salary listed on 109 jobs
IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypeNonprofit
Size10,001+ employees
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Virginia behavioral health roles need CSAC licensure

Behavioral-health roles in Virginia commonly draw steady demand as agencies and treatment programs look for clinicians who can support counseling, care coordination, and recovery services. These positions are competitive because a valid CSAC license is required, while a psychology or counseling degree and treatment-industry experience are preferred; benefits often include PTO and health-related coverage. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, and confirm your licensure details before applying.

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