Top 374 Counselor Jobs in Portsmouth Va

Licensed Clinician II
City of Chesapeake —Chesapeake, VA
- $71,480 - $106,327 a year
- Overtime
- LMFT
- Nursing
- Psychiatry
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LPC/ RIC at a Growing Private Practice
Anam Therapy Counseling, Inc —Virginia Beach, VA
- $50 - $72 an hour
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Private practice
- LPC
- Mid-level
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Part Time Licensed Talk Therapist - Fee For Service
Thrive Counseling, LLC —Newport News, VA
- Up to $55,700 a year
- Part-time
- Hybrid work
- LMFT
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- LPC
- Paid training
- Continuing education credits
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Licensed Talk Therapist - Fee For Service
Thrive Counseling, LLC —Newport News, VA
- Up to $103,600 a year
- Email
- Hybrid work
- LMFT
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- LPC
- Paid training
- Continuing education credits
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Virginia | Addiction Counselor | Telehealth
Affect —Virginia Beach, VA
- $55,000 - $70,000 a year
- Full-time
- LMFT
- Addiction Medicine
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Qualified Mental Health Professional for Community Stabilization
Estelle's Professional Community Services —Norfolk, VA
- $32 an hour
- Part-time
- Adults
- Mid-level
- Opportunities for advancement
- Food provided
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Mental Health Group Facilitator - VA
Charlie Health —Virginia
- Part-time
- Remote
- Background check
- Master of Social Work
- Mid-level
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COUNSELOR
VP STUDENT ENROLLMENT, ENGAGEMENT & SERVICES —Norfolk, VA
- Part-time
- Mid-level
- University
Creative Arts Therapist (Art)
US Military Treatment Facilities under DHA —Naval Medical Center Portsmouth, VA
- $75,788 - $98,530 a year
- Temporary
- Background check
- Management
- Current TB test
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Social Worker (Psychotherapist)
US Veterans Health Administration —Chesapeake, VA
- $71,519 - $112,497 a year
- Online Application
- Background check
- Master of Social Work
- Pass drug screening
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
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School Guidance Counselor (11-Month)
Secep —Norfolk, VA
- $64,693 - $100,980 a year
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Basic math
Student Support Specialist
Newport News Public Schools —Newport News, VA
- Full-time
- School experience
- Addiction Medicine
- Mid-level
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School Counselor (updated 6/15)
Hampton City Schools —Hampton, VA
- $58,500 - $110,116 a year
- Full-time
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
CRISIS INTERVENTION SPECIALIST
City of Newport News —Newport News, VA
- Clean driving record
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Group Facilitator
Benevolent Family Services —Hampton, VA
- $32 - $38 an hour
- Full-time
- Bilingual
- Mid-level
- Outpatient experience
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Mental Health Therapist
SOLUTION FOCUSED COUNSELING GROUP —Chesapeake, VA
- $35.00 - $52.50 an hour
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
- Work from home
- Opportunities for advancement
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Counselor - Young Adult Offenders
Spectrum Health Systems —Chesapeake, VA
- $25.00 - $27.88 an hour
- Full-time
- Addiction Medicine
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Remote Therapist - Virginia
Talkiatry Management Services —Virginia Beach, VA
- $70,000 - $90,000 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- LMFT
- Psychiatry
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
Mobile Crisis Response (MCR) & Community Crisis Stabilization Counselor (QMHP/CSAC)
Complete Adult & Family Care —Norfolk, VA
- $35 - $60 an hour
- Part-time
- Mid-level
- Driver's License
- Children
- Mileage reimbursement
- Opportunities for advancement
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QMHP Mobile Crisis Responder
Energy Center Services —Newport News, VA
- $60 - $70 an hour
- Contract
- Hybrid work
- Mid-level
- Children
- Fair chance
- Professional development assistance
- Flexible schedule
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Licensed Clinician II

City of Chesapeake -
Chesapeake, VA

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Job Details

Full-time
$71,480 - $106,327 a year
5 days ago

Qualifications

Master's degree in social work
Health screenings
LMFT
Safety assessments for crisis intervention support
Mental health stabilization
Doctor of Medicine
Nursing
Staff supervision
Coordinating with emergency response agencies
Electronic health records (EHR) management
Team supervision
Substance use assessment
Safety planning
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Social work
LPC
Master's degree in psychology
De-escalation techniques
Mid-level
Driver's License
Practicing as a therapist supervisor
Counseling
Psychology
Compliance documentation
Clinical assessment documentation
Counseling interventions
Clinical Social Worker
Collaboration with community partners
Doctor of Osteopathy
Adolescents

Full Job Description

Position Information

Working Title of Vacant Position

Licensed Clinician II

Job Type

Full Time

Posting Type

Public

Number of Vacancies

Department

CHES INT BEHAV HEALTHC

Division

CIBH MENTAL HLTH SVC

Requisition Number

2026365

Number of hours worked per week

Work Schedule

2 shifts available:

Monday-Friday 12:30 PM – 9:00 PM with rotating weekend coverage
Monday-Friday 9:00 PM – 5:30 AM with rotating weekend coverage

overnight shift pays a 7% shift differential.

Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies.

Work Site Location

Chesapeake, VA

Position Driving Requirement

O - Occasional

Pay Grade

GE16

Pay Basis

Semi-Monthly

Advertised Salary

Starting Range: $71,480 – $106,327
Actual starting salary will depend on education, credentials, and experience

Job Description

This position is located at 216 Great Bridge Blvd, Chesapeake, VA.

Are you a licensed behavioral health professional who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment? Join our Emergency Services team and play a vital role in providing immediate behavioral health crisis intervention to individuals experiencing mental health, substance use, and co-occurring emergencies.

As a Licensed Clinician II, you will serve in a supervisory capacity to provide comprehensive crisis assessment, intervention, stabilization, and disposition planning while partnering with hospitals, law enforcement, EMS, schools, families, and community providers. Every day offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by helping individuals access the right level of care at the right time.

Conduct comprehensive emergency behavioral health assessments for adults, adolescents, and children experiencing psychiatric, substance use, or co-occurring crises.
Complete pre-admission screenings for psychiatric hospitalization in accordance with Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (DBHDS) requirements.
Assess for risk of harm to self or others and develop clinically appropriate safety and crisis stabilization plans.
Coordinate voluntary and involuntary psychiatric admissions, including Temporary Detention Order (TDO) evaluations and collaboration with magistrates, law enforcement, and psychiatric facilities.
Provide crisis counseling, de-escalation, brief therapeutic interventions, and stabilization services.
Collaborate with hospitals, Crisis Receiving Centers, Mobile Crisis teams, outpatient providers, and community partners to ensure continuity of care.
Complete timely, accurate clinical documentation in accordance with agency policies, Medicaid requirements, and regulatory standards.
Provide clinical supervision to subordinate staff seeking clinical licensure
Participate in a rotating on-call schedule and provide services during evenings, weekends, holidays, or overnight shifts as assigned.

The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits.

Required Qualifications

VOCATIONAL/EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT:
Requires a master’s degree in psychology, social work, counseling, or a closely related field, or another degree as approved by the Virginia Department of Health Professions.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:
In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards, this class requires a minimum of four years of related, full-time equivalent experience.

SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES:

Requires State of Virginia licensure as a Clinical Psychologist (LCP), Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), or Professional Counselor (LPC).
A Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, Psychiatric Clinical Nurse Specialist MD/DO, or a Bachelor’s Prepared Registered Nurse (RN) with five years of experience may be considered in the Emergency Services Program.
May require Pre-Screening Certification within 6 weeks of employment (12 weeks for part-time staff) for those in the Emergency Services Program.
Depending on the position, it may require a valid driver’s license and a driving record that is in compliance with the City Driving Standards.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in CSB Emergency Services, Crisis Receiving Centers, Mobile Crisis, psychiatric hospitals, emergency departments, or community crisis programs.
Experience with TDO evaluations and psychiatric hospitalization coordination.
Knowledge of Medicaid-funded behavioral health services and electronic health record documentation.

Posting Detail Information

Job Open Date

07/27/2026

Job Close Date

08/10/2026

Open Continuous

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please ensure that all employment entries listed on application and resume are
indicated as either Full or Part time!

Medical Marijuana:
In accordance with City policy, this position is deemed safety-sensitive. As such, applicants for this position are subject to pre-employment drug/alcohol testing after receiving a conditional offer of employment and may also be subject to random testing. This drug test includes testing for marijuana. Possession of a medical marijuana card will not excuse an applicant from the testing process; however, a test will not be considered positive for marijuana if a valid medical marijuana certification is presented unless the position requires a commercial driver’s license (CDL) or is a sworn law-enforcement officer/deputy.

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Overall Physical Strength Demands

Overall Physical Strength Demands

S=Sedentary - Exerting up to 10 lbs. occasionally or small weights frequently; sitting most of the time.

Physical Demands

C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never- Never occurs.

Standing

Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Sitting

Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.

Walking

Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Lifting

Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.

Lifting Amount

Exerting up to 10 lbs

Carrying

Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.

Carrying Weight

Exerting up to 10 lbs

Pushing/Pulling

Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.

Pushing/Pulling Weight

Exerting up to 10 lbs

Reaching

Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Handling

Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Fine Dexterity

Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Kneeling

N = Never

Crouching

Never- Never occurs.

Crawling

Never- Never occurs.

Bending

Never- Never occurs.

Twisting

N = Never

Climbing

Never- Never occurs.

Balancing

Never- Never occurs.

Vision

Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.

Hearing

Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.

Talking

Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Foot Controls

Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids Used

office equipment, copier, laptop, cellphone, city vehicle

Protective Equipment Required

none required

Health and Safety

D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never

Mechanical Hazards

N = Never

Chemical Hazards

N = Never

Electrical Hazards

N = Never

Fire Hazards

N = Never

Explosives

N = Never

Communicable Diseases

S = Seasonally

Physical Danger or Abuse

M = Several Times Per Month

Other

If Other, Description

Environmental Factors

D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never

Dirt and Dust

N = Never

Extreme Temperatures

N = Never

Noise and Vibration

N = Never

Fumes and Odors

N = Never

Wetness/Humidity

N = Never

Darkness or Poor Lighting

N = Never

Primary Work Location

Office Environment

Non-Physical Demands

C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never- Never occurs.

Time Pressures

Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Emergency Situations

Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Frequent Change of Tasks

Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime

Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously

Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team

Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.

Tedious or Exacting Work

Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Noisy/Distracting Environment

Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Other

If Other, Description

Can anyone assist the employee in performing the primary tasks assigned to this position? If yes, identify the eligible task(s)

Lic Program Supervisor, other program LCIIs

Professional References

Please provide contact information for professional references.

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