BHDS Clinician III

City of Virginia Beach; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 106,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Retirement benefits

Hiring bonus $4,000

Job summary

The City of Virginia Beach Department of Human Services is seeking a Team Leader for Project Link / BH Case Management programs. You will supervise Behavioral Health Case Managers, ensure licensure, Medicaid, and CARF compliance, and guide case management standards.

You will review data, train staff, and lead team meetings. A QMHP or higher license and 2+ years of supervisory experience are required to perform this role in a dynamic public-sector environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in human services field and 5 years of related experience.
• QMHP or higher license with Virginia Board.
• 2+ years supervisory experience in a behavioral health setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct supervision to Behavioral Health Case Managers and guidance to staff.
• Ensure compliance with DMHMRSAS Licensure, Medicaid, and CARF requirements.
• Lead case management standards implementation and follow-up.
• Review productivity data and guide staff training directions.
• Attend Integrated Treatment Team meetings and client staffing as needed.
• Provide direct case management to consumers when required.
• Oversee chart quality assurance and timely billing/documentation.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Care coordination

Regulatory compliance

Clinical leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in human services

Tools

Electronic health records

Job description

Job Posting End Date:October 22, 2026Department:HUMAN SERVICESCompensation Grade:A13Compensation Range & Starting Salary:Pay Range: $68,328.00 - $105,892.80Starting salary may be negotiable based on qualifications.Job Exempt (If No, Position is eligible for overtime):YesAbout Us:Recognized as one of America’s Best-In-State Employers for 2024, the City of Virginia Beach is proud to offer a diverse and dynamic work environment. Our workforce plays a crucial role in delivering exceptional government services to both our citizens and fellow City employees. Apply now to join an organization where you truly make a difference.Job Duties and Preferred Qualifications:A $4,000 hiring bonus is being offered for this position. Hiring bonuses shall only be for new hires of original employment or reemployment 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”.The City of Virginia Beach Department of Human Services is seeking to hire a candidate who has supervisory experience and experience providing direct care coordination services to adults with serious mental health and/or substance use disorders for the Team Leader position with Project Link / BH Case Management programs.Duties:Provide direct supervision to Behavioral Health Case Managers and consult with Case Management Supervisor.Assist with ensuring compliance with all DMHMRSAS Licensure, Medicaid, Performance Contract and CARF requirements.Assist with the implementation, monitoring and follow-up on case management standards of services.Review data related to productivity and make recommendations for training or other needed staff directions.May perform complex assessments, treatment planning, clinical intervention, consultation, and other case management duties within the Virginia Beach Department of Human Services.Attend and provide guidance in the Integrated Treatment Team meetings with clients and staff.Attend client staffing meetings related to crisis situations as necessary.Provide guidance and leadership to team members who provide case management services for consumers in the community, consumers in jail, and consumers recently released from the hospital.Provide direct case management services to consumers as needed.Complete performance feedback and submit to Case Management Supervisor.Assist with quality assurance of charts of team members and facilitation of small team meetings for the purpose of disseminating information, case coordination and supervision.Assure that staff receive appropriate training, ongoing supervision, and monitoring of documentation and billing information.Provide clinical documentation and assure that all filing of clinical information and submission of billing information are done accurately and within the time frame required.May serve specialized populations and/or serve in specialized roles.Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pmMust be registered with the Virginia Board of Counseling as a Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) or higher-level license.Preferences:Registered with the Virginia Board of Counseling as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), or Licensed Clinical Psychologist (LCP).Two (2) or more years of supervisory experience in a Behavioral Health setting.Experience with performance management and other human resources procedures.Experience conducting chart sweeps and other regulatory quality assurance measures.Two (2) or more years of experience providing direct care coordination services to adults with serious mental health and/or substance use issues.Experience completing assessments, referrals, & treatment plans for adults with serious mental health and/or substance use issues in an electronic health system.Experience providing Medicaid reimbursable services to adults with mental health and/or substance use issues.Experience in risk assessment and determining appropriate clinical level of care for adults with mental health and /or substance use issues.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.Additional requirements:DMV Transcript: YesCDL: NoDrug & Alcohol Clearinghouse: NoCPS Check: YesPhysical: NoRespirator: NoPsychological Screening: NoPolygraph: NoAt Will: NoMinimum Requirements:MINIMUMS: Requires a Bachelors degree in a human services field (such as psychology, behavioral or mental health, special education, social work) and five (5) years of experience associated with such positions as clinician, counselor, therapist, social worker, psychologist or psychiatric nurse OR any combination of education (above the high school level) and/or experience equivalent to nine (9) years associated with such positions as clinician, counselor, therapist, social worker, psychologist or psychiatric nurse.SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be registered with the Virginia Board of Counseling as Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) or higher level license. All 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.Skills:Working Conditions:Per HR Policy 6.19, Americans with Disabilities, the City follows the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in all hiring and employment decisions. The City shall not discriminate on the basis of disability in its hiring and employment practices. The City shall make reasonable accommodations for the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant or employee with a disability upon request unless the accommodation would cause an undue hardship on the operation of the City’s business.The Working Conditions Summary is intended to provide a general overview of the environmental conditions inherent in the job setting, as well as the physical, mental, and sensory requirements necessary to perform the essential functions of the position in the noted job profile. Please copy and paste the URL below into your web browser to view the Working Conditions Summary for this position.https://workingcondition-summary-prod.s3.amazonaws.com/P10334.pdfOfficial Job Descriptions:To browse official job descriptions, please access this link - https://virginiabeach.gov/careers/job-descriptions-pay-plans?search=&group=EVRS Contribution: All full-time employees are required to contribute 5% of annual salary toward their retirement account; in accordance with VRS retirement provisions. This will be handled through a pre-tax payroll deduction.Drug Free Workplace: The City of Virginia Beach maintains a drug free workplace.Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement: The City of Virginia Beach is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status as defined by applicable law.