P-14 Discharge Special Transport (Wage)

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Petersburg (VA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Not eligible for benefits

Job summary

Commonwealth of VA Careers is seeking a Discharge Special Transport (Wage) position at Central State Hospital in Petersburg, VA. This hourly role supports discharge planning by escorting patients to community visits, clinical interviews, and day programs while fostering recovery with respect and empathy.

The job requires a valid Virginia driver’s license and experience with mental health conditions. Schedule varies, with no benefits; hours limited to 29 per week and 1500 hours per year.

Qualifications

• Valid and current Virginia driver's license with ability to operate a state vehicle.
• Experience working with individuals with mental health conditions.

Responsibilities

• Escort patients to community visits, clinical interviews, temporary visits, and day programs.
• Assist in securing resources and coordinating case management needs for discharge.
• Maintain logs and submit required reports within established timeframes in compliance with hospital policies and Joint Commission standards.

Skills

Valid Virginia driver's license

Experience working with individuals of

Job description

Title: P-14 Discharge Special Transport (Wage)

State Role Title: W49053

Hiring Range: $20.74 Hourly

Pay Band: UG

Agency: Dept Behavioral Health/Develop

Location: Central State Hospital

Agency Website: https://dbhds.virginia.gov/facilities/csh/

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

** This is an hourly/wage position and is not eligible for benefits. Hourly (wage) employees may not work more than 29 hours a week and are limited to working 1500 hours in a year, which is May 1st through April 30th each year. **

** The schedule for this position varies, and the ability to be available during regular daytime business hours is an essential requirement of the position. **

Central State Hospital (CSH) is a 277-bed Joint Commission accredited psychiatric inpatient facility located in Petersburg, Virginia. CSH has proudly been serving citizens of the Commonwealth since 1870, when we opened our doors as the first psychiatric hospital in the country dedicated to the treatment of African Americans. A new and modern CSH is currently under construction on the same property, with a scheduled completion date of 2027.

CSH maintains the only maximum-security treatment facility in the state (111 beds). We also have 166 beds available for individuals in the community who need inpatient care, as well as individuals in the criminal justice system. We believe that treatment should be holistic and focused on the person’s individual needs, recognizing that recovery is not linear or the same for every person. Treatment modalities may include medication, evidence-based group and individual therapy, peer support, psychosocial rehabilitation, vocational training, preparation for court, and treatment for substance use.

Central State Hospital is recruiting for a Discharge Special Transport (Wage) position responsible for supporting discharge planning and case management by assisting with escorting patients to community visits, clinical interviews, temporary visits, and day programs, while fostering recovery-oriented care through respect, empathy, and encouragement of hope and positive expectations for persons served. This role collaborates closely with clinical social workers and community partners to facilitate smooth transitions into the community, provides timely feedback from escort activities, and supports the pre-discharge process by assisting in securing resources, services, and case management needs. The position requires accurate, person-centered documentation and reporting in compliance with hospital, Social Work Department, and Joint Commission standards, including maintaining logs of escort activities and submitting required reports within established timeframes. In addition, the incumbent participates in ongoing training and professional development, maintains a valid driver’s license and the ability to operate a state vehicle, and ensures all duties are performed in alignment with hospital policies and a commitment to continuous quality improvement and at least 90% compliance in all audits.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required to Successfully Perform the Job:

• Fundamental knowledge of the principles, practices, services and techniques of case management.
• Demonstrated ability and skills to assist in coordinating resources for patients.
• Ability to interview and gather pertinent information from patients and family.
• Knowledge, skills and ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to perform duties at a fast pace with frequent change.
• Ability to interact with other professionals.
• Valid and current Virginia driver's license with the ability to operate a state vehicle.

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• Valid and current Virginia driver's license with the ability to operate a state vehicle.
• Experience working with individuals with mental health conditions

Additional Considerations

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in social work, case management, and discharge planning.

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.

Application Requirements: Applications and résumés for this position are accepted electronically through the Commonwealth of Virginia’s Electronic Recruitment System only. Interview decisions will be based solely on the information provided in your electronic application and/or résumé. Please ensure you detail all relevant work experience clearly and specifically; we will not make assumptions about your qualifications.

You will receive a confirmation of receipt once your application and/or résumé has been successfully submitted. To check the status of your application, refer to “Your Application” in your account.

This position is open until filled; however, applications/résumés will begin to be reviewed within five (5) days of the posting date.

Background Investigation: All applicants are subject to an extensive background investigation and a pre-employment drug screening. This investigation may include fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI), local agency checks, Department of Social Services/Child Protective Services checks, employment verification, and verification of education relevant to the position.

Under Virginia Code §§ 37.2-314 and 37.2-408.1, the Department of Behavioral Health & Developmental Services (DBHDS) cannot employ or utilize as volunteers, individuals convicted of specific (“barrier”) crimes or those with pending “barrier” charges.

Reasonable Accommodations: Reasonable accommodations are available to individuals with disabilities during the application and/or interview process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require assistance or accommodation, please notify Human Resources at 1-804-524-7111 during business hours (8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.).

Equal Opportunity: The Commonwealth of Virginia is committed to conducting all aspects of human resource management without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race, including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, political affiliation, disability, genetic information, and pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.* There shall be no retaliation against anyone making allegations of violations of this policy.

Veteran Preference: DBHDS is a Virginia Values Veterans (V3) certified employer and provides hiring preference to qualified veterans and service members. We highly encourage veterans, active members of the Virginia National Guard, and U.S. Military Reserve members to apply and respond accordingly on the state application.

Benefits: ** This is an hourly/wage position and is not eligible for benefits. Hourly (wage) employees may not work more than 29 hours a week and are limited to working 1500 hours in a year, which is May 1st through April 30th each year. **

SOEI: Per the Code of Virginia §2.2-3114, persons occupying positions of trust within state government or non-salaried citizens of policy and supervisory boards file a disclosure statement with the Commonwealth’s Ethics Advisory Council, as a condition to assuming office or employment, and thereafter shall file such a statement annually on or before February 1. Additionally, per Executive order, positions of trust include senior-level positions with responsibility affecting legislative policies and rule-making authority or substantive authorization and decision‑making regarding policy, contracts and procurement, audits, licensure, inspections and investigations, and investments or other financial matters. Sections 2.2-3128 through 2.2-3131 of the Code of Virginia require that each employee within a position of trust complete COIA training within two months of their hire date and at least once every two years after the initial training. This position is identified as a position of trust within the agency.

Contact Information

Name: Human Resources Department

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.