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Lowe's

SC Security Specialist

Richmond, VA

$16.42 - $27.42/hr

... security, first-responder, or military experience (or related field) 1 Year Big-box retail ... counseling for all kinds of needs Education support programs, including tuition assistance and ...

Lowe's

SC Security Specialist

Richmond, VA

$16.42 - $27.42/hr

... security, first-responder, or military experience (or related field) 1 Year Big-box retail ... counseling for all kinds of needs Education support programs, including tuition assistance and ...

Transdev

BOCC Controller

Fairfax, VA · On-site

$28.25/hr

... first responder, mechanical defects/road calls, full & passing events, etc. * Documents and refers disciplinary actions to BOCC Supervisor as directed by manager to include: verbal counseling ...

Transdev

BOCC Controller

Fairfax, VA · On-site

$28.25/hr

... first responder, mechanical defects/road calls, full & passing events, etc. * Documents and refers disciplinary actions to BOCC Supervisor as directed by manager to include: verbal counseling ...

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What is the difference between First Responder Counseling vs Emergency Room Counselor?

AspectFirst Responder CounselingEmergency Room Counselor
CredentialsLicensed mental health professional, often with certifications in trauma or crisis interventionLicensed mental health professional, with specialization in crisis and trauma counseling
Work EnvironmentOn-site at emergency scenes, hospitals, or crisis centersHospital emergency departments, trauma units
Employer & IndustryEmergency services, mental health agencies, hospitalsHospitals, healthcare facilities, trauma centers

While both roles involve providing mental health support during crises, First Responder Counseling typically involves working directly with emergency personnel or at emergency scenes, whereas Emergency Room Counselors focus on patients within hospital settings. Both require similar credentials and serve in high-stress environments, but their work locations and target populations differ.

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Infographic showing various First Responder Counseling job openings in Virginia as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 73% Full Time, and 27% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution.

Mobile Crisis Counselor, Marcus Alert

Hampton-Newport News Community Services Board

Hampton, VA • On-site

$27.77/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 27 days ago

Job description

Part-time Mobile Crisis Counselor - Marcus Alert 988

Hourly Rate: $27.77

Available Schedules, may vary and include holidays:

  • Friday 8 am to 4:30 pm
  • Friday and Saturday 10 pm to 6:30 am
  • Saturday and Sunday 8 am to 4:30 pm
  • Saturday and Sunday 3 pm to 11:30 pm

The Mobile Crisis Counselor - Marcus Alert provides rapid, clinically sound crisis response for behavioral health, substance use, and homelessness-related calls routed through 911 or the Regional Crisis Call Center (988). This role exists to deliver timely assessment, stabilization, and linkage to care in coordination with community partners.
Key responsibilities include co-responding in the community with first responders; completing preliminary mental status and risk assessments; coordinating referrals, admissions, and assists with transportation to appropriate services (e.g., CSU, inpatient, detox, shelters); supporting ECO/TDO processes with required documentation; maintaining accurate client records; and consulting with clinical staff on complex presentations.
Required qualifications/skills:
- Master's degree in human services plus 1 year in a psychiatric care setting
- Board of Counseling registration as QMHP (or QMHP-trainee within 30 days)
- Completion of pre-admission screener certification modules within 30 days of hire
- Strong knowledge of crisis intervention, human/patient rights, confidentiality, consent, DSM-5 conditions, psychotropic medications, and involuntary admission procedures
What Your Shift Looks Like

You begin by checking in with dispatch pathways and reviewing any updates to Marcus Alert protocols, then stage with your co-response partner as calls come in. Much of the shift is spent moving between community locations-meeting individuals where they are, de-escalating in real time, and aligning next steps with the Regional Crisis Call Center and receiving facilities.
Between field contacts, you document clearly and promptly, complete follow-up outreach by phone or in person, and coordinate handoffs so care continues after the immediate crisis. You'll also have periodic touchpoints with clinical leadership to review challenging situations, refine decision-making, and support consistent, safe practice across partners. Shifts vary, but the focus remains the same: timely stabilization and effective linkage to the right level of care.

 

The selected candidate must successfully pass a criminal history fingerprint background investigation, DMV record check, Child Registry search, drug screening test and employment reference checks.

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