City of Virginia Beach·Virginia Beach, Virginia
Conduct complex clinical assessments and develop treatment plans for individuals in the Intensive Outpatient Program. Provide various forms of therapy and crisis counseling while assisting in program planning and team consultation.
The City of Virginia Beach Department of Human Services is seeking to hire three licensed candidates dedicated to making a difference in our community for the Clinician III positions for the "Intensive Outpatient Program" (IOP). The ideal candidate will have experience conducting individual, group, couples, and family therapy with adults with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), trauma informed care, and harm reduction strategies. A $4,000 hiring bonus is being offered for this position.**
Complete all complex clinical assessments for annual reviews to include Comprehensive Needs Assessments, Risk Assessments, DLA-20’s, Diagnostic Review, and Columbia Suicide Assessments. Develop and write all treatment plans for individuals entering the Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) or expanded Substance Use Disorders (SUD) services and complete their quarterly reviews. Submit Medicaid authorizations and re-authorizations. Provide both process groups and psychoeducational groups, individual therapy, family and couple’s therapy and crisis counseling. In the absence of the Clinical Supervisor and Program Supervisor, delegate tasks, ensure the safety of all individuals in the program at all times, handle crisis situations, ensure all work is completed in a timely manner, communicate with the administrative team, and be knowledgeable about policies and procedures. Responsible for individual monitoring, answering telephone inquiries, knowledge of referral sources, and documentation in individual charts. Assist in program planning, development, implementation and evaluation to strive for continued program service delivery to individuals. Act as the consultant for others on the team to discuss complex case conceptualizations, treatment planning and discharge planning. We are hiring for three shifts. Please see the work schedules that are available below. Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm Monday - Friday, 2:00 pm - 10:30 pm Monday - Friday, 2:30 pm - 11:00 pm Afternoon/evening schedules associated with this position are eligible for shift differential pay according to City policy 2.08. The City offers a generous benefits package which includes health, dental and life insurance, retirement, and savings plans, maternity/paternity and parental leave, holidays and paid leave. **Hiring bonuses shall only be for new hires of original full-time employment or re-employment as defined in Human Resources Policy No. 5.0. $1,000 will be awarded in the first paycheck. $1,250 will be awarded upon completion of the six (6) month interim performance evaluation with an overall rating of “Meets Expectations.” $1,750 will be awarded upon completion of the employee’s one (1) year probationary period and a performance evaluation with an overall rating of “Meets Expectations”.
Candidates must be licensed clinicians with experience treating adults with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders. Proficiency in DBT, trauma-informed care, and harm reduction strategies is highly desired.
Market context
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.