Licensed Clinician II- Outpatient

Nichols College; Dudley; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Dudley is seeking a Licensed Clinician II to supervise counselors, provide counseling, and develop treatment plans for mental health and substance use disorders. The ideal candidate holds a master’s degree in a relevant field and has at least four years of experience. This role offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Licensed as a Clinical Psychologist (LCP), Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), or Professional Counselor (LPC).
• Minimum of four years of related, full-time equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Supervise clinicians and manage case assignments.
• Provide individual and group counseling for mental health.
• Complete assessments and develop treatment plans.
• Participate in compliance training and development.

Skills

Supervisory skills

Crisis intervention

Counseling techniques

Clinical documentation

Education

Master’s degree in psychology, social work, counseling, or related field

Job description

and the job listing Expires on August 18, 2025

Do you have a passion for managing cases involving mental health & substance use disorders? Have you had the privilege to gain supervisory experience? If so, come join our team and help develop up and coming clinicians!!

Licensed Clinician II tasks include:

• Licensed Clinician provides direct supervision to clinicians (counselors) on a daily, weekly, biweekly and monthly basis, including selecting or recommending selection, training, assigning and evaluating work, coaching, counseling, disciplining and recommending termination.
• Provides individual, group, and family counseling and/or crisis intervention for mental health & substance use disorders, intellectual disabilities or developmental delays.
• Licensed Clinician completes annual master assessments, diagnosing individuals based on presenting symptoms and related behaviors, and triaging individuals to the appropriate departments within the agency for ongoing services and treatment.
• Provides appropriate clinical documentation and assures that assessments and correspondence to outside contacts are clinically appropriate and completed thoroughly and in a timely manner.
• Develops and implements person-centered, recovery-oriented, outcome-based individualized treatment plans; makes referrals for other care providers as needed; documents accordingly.
• Completes required annual compliance training, participates actively and constructively in program and professional development.
• Acts as alpha (essential) personnel for the City of Chesapeake during periods of City emergency, manning shelters and/or coordinating with other City departments in programs such as the dispensing site.

The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits. Please browse ourBenefits Brochure, for a full list of benefits and employee perks.

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).

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.