Are you interested in being part of a team that is having a positive impact on the lives of youth and their families? Our team provides creative, evidence-based therapeutic services that improve and empower youth to successfully manage complex mental health, substance use, and co-occurring issues in an outpatient setting. If this high-energy, high-service-driven position interests you, then this may be the position for you!
Prince William County Community Services (CS) is a dynamic agency that fosters innovation, embraces inclusivity, offers opportunities to professionally learn and grow, and uses a team approach to achieve the highest level of service-driven results for individuals and their families. We respect and promote the dignity, human rights, and full participation of youth and families in their care. We are located within easy commuting distance from Washington, D.C., Northern Virginia, and Stafford County. We are so proud to be the most diverse county in the Commonwealth of Virginia!
We are seeking qualified applicants to fill a full-time School- and Clinic-Based Therapist II position in the New Horizons Treatment and Recovery Program located in the Woodbridge office. This full-time position requires a 4 or 5-day work week that includes Tuesday evenings until 6:00 pm and, Thursday evenings until 8:00 p.m., and a beginning work time of 7:30 a.m. The position provides clinical services in an area public high school and the CS Woodbridge office, conveniently located off I-95.
This position qualifies for a hiring bonus of $5,000. This bonus will be paid in two equal installments as funds permit. The first installment of $2,500 is payable upon the County’s first regular pay date following your position start and the final $2,500 installment will be payable on the pay date following the completion of probation.
About This Role:
New Horizons Treatment and Recovery Program offers a team environment with clinical and administrative supervision. Licensure supervision is also available.
Job Responsibilities Include:
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Maintaining a caseload of individuals at an area public school as well as an outpatient clinic
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Conducting comprehensive assessments to include the ASAM criteria and WHODAS and formulating diagnoses
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Developing and implementing person-centered treatment plans
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Providing prevention, outpatient, and case management services to youth and families experiencing mental health, substance use, and co-occurring issues in multiple settings, including local high school and Community Services office settings
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Maintaining clinical documentation in an electronic health record according to agency, Medicaid, MCO, and licensure policies and procedures for own caseload of clients
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Provides crisis intervention services for own caseload of individuals
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Develops and maintains effective collaborative relationships with other professionals, service providers, and community agencies
Minimum Requirements:
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Master’s degree in psychology, social work, counseling, or a related behavioral science field
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Ability to demonstrate licensure eligibility for professional licensure as LCSW or LPC in the Commonwealth of Virginia
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1 year of experience providing services to children, adolescents, and families with issues related to mental health, substance use and co-occurring disorders in an outpatient care setting
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Ability to obtain independent licensure within 4 years of hire
Preferences:
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Experience providing direct clinical services to youth and families with complex mental health, substance use, and co-occurring disorders
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Experience providing group and family therapy for youth
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Experience with Medicaid-funded services for youth
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Experience collaborating with other service providers
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Bilingual in English and Spanish
Special Requirements:
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Must possess a valid driver's license. Must pass DMV record check
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Must pass TB test
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Must pass and maintain first aid and CPR certification
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Offer of employment is contingent upon the candidate passing a fingerprint-based National Criminal History Record Check. Not eligible for employment with barrier crime history https://dbhds.virginia.gov/assets/document-library/BIU/attachment-2rev072017.pdf (Download PDF reader)(Download PDF reader)(Download PDF reader)(Download PDF reader)(Download PDF reader)
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Child Protective Services Requirements: Effective 1999, mandated by the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services, 12VA35-105-400 rules and Regulations for Licensing Providers by the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services related to Criminal Registry Checks, a search of the registry of founded complaints of child abuse and neglect maintained by the Department of Social Services.
Work Schedule:
This full-time position requires a 4 or 5-day work week that includes Tuesday evenings until 6:00pm and Thursday evenings until 8:00 p.m. with a beginning work time of 7:30 a.m. The position provides clinical services in an area public high school and the CS Woodbridge office, conveniently located off I-95.
Hiring Salary Range: $76,069.50 - $88,167.00 Annually
We also offer great benefits, including:
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Retirement from the Virginia Retirement System (VRS)
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401a and 457 retirement savings and investment plans
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Paid Annual Leave
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Paid Personal Leave
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Paid Sick Leave
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Paid Holidays
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Optional Group Medical and Dental Health Plans
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Optional Group Life Insurance
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An Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
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Career Development Opportunities
Full-time positions with Prince William County Government qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.
NOTE: The above position description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibility; specific position assignments will vary depending on the department's business needs. To view the class description in its entirety,
Prince William County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
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