Counselor II

Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services; Crewe (VA); On-site; USD 71,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan

Life insurance

Retirement plans

12 paid holidays

Paid leave

Job summary

Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services is seeking a Counselor II for the Va Center for Behavioral Rehabilitation. The role provides a full range of treatment services including individual and group therapy, assessments, treatment and discharge planning, and case management within a multidisciplinary team.

The ideal candidate holds a master’s degree in social work, counseling, or psychology, with Virginia licensure preferred and readiness to work alternate schedules, including

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in social work, counseling, or psychology is required.
• Licensure in Virginia as LCSW, professional counselor, or psychologist preferred.
• Experience with inpatient or residential mental health settings is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual therapy and group therapy to residents.
• Assess residents and contribute to treatment and discharge planning.
• Participate as a member of the treatment team and case management.
• Develop and follow treatment plans and monitor progress.
• Engage families and community agencies professionally.

Skills

Human behavior & performance

Diagnosis & treatment knowledge

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Shift flexibility

Supervisory techniques

Team collaboration

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Title: Counselor II

State Role Title: Counselor II

Hiring Range: $70,701.00-$97,567.00

Pay Band: 5

Agency: Dept Behavioral Health/Develop

Location: Va Center for Behavioral Rehab

Agency Website: www.jobs.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: Agency Employee Only - A

Job Duties

The purpose of this position is to provide the full array of treatment services including but not limited to individual therapy, group therapy, assessment of residents, treatment planning, discharge planning, case management and being a member of the treatment team.

Minimum Qualifications

• Knowledge of human behavior and performance, individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation; psychological research methods; and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders.
• Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and mental dysfunctions and for career counseling and guidance.
• Skill/Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of staff and the general public both verbally and in writing; use good judgement; interpret and apply knowledge of policies and procedures in the area of personnel management; train and supervise staff; and administer CPR.
• Ability to interpret and apply knowledge of policies and procedures in the area of personnel management and monitoring of service delivery.
• Basic experience in Microsoft Office applications.
• Available to work alternate work schedules (nights, evenings, weekends, and holidays).
• Demonstrated knowledge and skill in management and supervisory techniques and practices.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with residents, clinical staff, professional staff, and administrative staff at all levels. Interact in a professional and therapeutic manner with families or community agencies.
• Monitor, control, and minimize the use of overtime through roster management.
• Graduation from an accredited school or university with a master’s degree in social work, counseling, or psychology required

Additional Considerations

• Virginia licensure as LCSW, professional counselor, or psychologist strongly preferred
• Experience working with inpatient or residential mental health population preferred
• Experience working with forensic mental health population preferred

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

All applicants are subject to an extensive background investigation and pre-employment drug screen. The investigation may include: fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI); local agency checks; Department of Social Services/Child Protective Services check; employment verification; and verification of education (relevant to employment).

Under Virginia Code

• 37.2-314 and 37.2-408.1, the Department of Behavioral Health & Developmental Services is prohibited from employing or using as volunteers, persons who have been convicted of specific (“barrier”) crimes or persons who may be the subject of pending (“barrier”) charges (Go to the code section to see barrier crimes and related information).

Please provide all relevant work experience. In describing your relevant experience, please be clear and specific. We will not make assumptions regarding your experience.

Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during the application and/or interview processes per the American with Disabilities Act. If you are a person with a disability and desire assistance or accommodation, please notify Human Resources at [phone] during business hours, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

• VCBR offers a comprehensive benefit package to include your choice of health plan, paid life insurance and retirement plans, discounts, employee referral programs, 12 paid holidays, annual, family personal and sick leave.
• VCBR is a tobacco-free, smoke-free work environment.
• VCBR is a Virginia Values Veterans (V3) certified employer, that provides hiring preference to qualified veterans and service members. We highly encourage veterans, and active members of the Virginia National Guard and/or U.S. Military Reserve members to apply, and to respond accordingly on the state application.

Virginia Center for Behavioral Rehabilitation (VCBR) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment opportunities are open to all applicants regardless of race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, political affiliation, genetics, or disability. Minorities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and people with National Service experience are encourage to apply. EEO/AA/TTY.

Contact Information

Name: Jessica Aliff

Phone: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.