Clinical Psychology Clinical Technician 1 & 2

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Virginia seeks a Clinical Psychology Clinical Technician 1 to support assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of mental health disorders. This entry‑level role emphasizes direct patient care under supervision, with duties in inpatient or clinical settings and documentation for care teams.

Qualifications include a high school diploma, BLS, CNA or EMT preferred, and completion of the first nursing semester or related experience. UVA pay scales and benefits apply.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Graduate or Equivalent.
• Experience: If unlicensed one of the following is required: Documented proof of a minimum of 2 years of experience caring for patients in an inpatient psychiatric setting, a Community Service Board, or equivalent in a direct care position; OR completion of first semester of Nursing School.
• Licensure: None Required. Prefer: Current active CNA certification through the Virginia Board of Nursing. AAPT Certification, EMT
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose and treat mental health issues under supervision.
• Deliver therapeutic interventions and support services to patients.
• Collaborate with clinical teams and document patient care activities.
• Support families and individuals to promote psychological well‑being.

Skills

BLS certification

CNA certification

EMT certification

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

AAPT Certification

EMT Certification

Job description

These roles focus on the assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of mental health disorders, emotional disturbances, and behavioral issues. Professionals within this job family work with individuals, families, and groups to address psychological well-being and promote mental health through therapeutic interventions, counseling, and support services.

Professionals trained in the assessment, diagnosis and treatment of mental health issues, using psychological testing and various forms of therapeutic treatment to address a wide range of mental health issues.

Individual contributors with responsibility in a clinical discipline or specialty. Spends majority of time in the delivery of support services or activities, typically under supervision. Opportunities for progression outside this career stream are typically limited without additional education or significant training and experience. Specialty license or certification required which is acquired through training and/or experience. This career stream will be most commonly applied to patient care areas.

Entry-level position typically requiring little to no prior knowledge or experience and require vocational or technical education. Work is routine or follows standard procedures. Work is closely supervised. Communicates information that requires little explanation or interpretation

Also known as mental health tech (MHT) 1 & 2

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education: High School Graduate or Equivalent.

Experience: If unlicensed one of the following is required: Documented proof of a minimum of 2 years of experience caring for patients in an inpatient psychiatric setting, a Community Service Board, or equivalent in a direct care position; OR Completion of first semester of Nursing School.

Licensure: None Required. Prefer: Current active CNA certification through the Virginia Board of Nursing. AAPT Certification, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)

BLS certification required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Job requires frequently bending/stooping/traveling. Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull 20 - 50lbs. May be exposed to chemicals, blood/body fluids and infectious disease

The pay range for this role is $12.77 - $24.78 hourly. Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education.

Job Profile

J1094 - Clinical Psychology Clinical Technician 1

Career Stream and Level

Clinical Technician-T1

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