Licensed Mental Health Therapist

Position Information Working Title of Vacant Position Working Title of Vacant Position Licensed Mental Health Therapist Job Type Full Time Posting Type Public Number of Vacancies 1 Department

CHES INT BEHAV HEALTHC

Division

CIBH MENTAL HLTH SVC

Requisition Number 2026311 Number of hours worked per week 40 Work Schedule Monday – Friday 8am-5pm with 3 late days 11:30am-8:30pm- 1 hour lunch. 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. Work Site Location Chesapeake, VA Position Driving Requirement N - Never Pay Grade GE15 Pay Basis Semi-Monthly Advertised Salary Starting Range: $68,703.30 – $101,210. Actual starting salary depends on education, experience and credentials. Job Description Help People Build Recovery, Resilience, and Hope At Chesapeake Integrated Behavioral Healthcare ( CIBH ), we are committed to providing individuals with quality mental health care. This Intensive Outpatient position provides individual and group counseling, psychotherapy, and/or crisis intervention to a caseload of individuals diagnosed with primary substance use, co-occurring mental health disorders, intellectual and/or developmental disabilities/disorders. What You’ll Do The Licensed Mental Health Therapist position requires facilitating Substance Use Disorder IOP Groups for adults, and involves collaborative consultation with colleagues, as well as other agencies and service providers such as social services, schools, physicians, or probation officers, in accordance with confidentiality guidelines. Additional duties of this position include completing the required annual compliance training and maintaining current standards relative to Corporate Compliance and HIPAA policies and procedures. Reporting any violations, inconsistencies, or discrepancies concerning the Corporate Compliance policies and procedures or the HIPAA policies and procedures to the supervisor or appropriate authority. Provides individual, group, and family counseling, psychotherapy, and/or crisis intervention to individuals who have been diagnosed with MH, SA, ID, and/or DD diagnoses. Completes, and/or reviews master assessments at the point of entry, diagnoses individuals based on presenting symptoms and related behaviors, and triages 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 on time. Develops and implements person-centered, individualized treatment plans; makes referrals for other care providers as needed; documents accordingly. Maintains records for area of responsibility following departmental, state, and federal regulations, laws, policies, and procedures; processes daily paperwork including but not limited to client progress notes, authorization forms, and daily time sheets. Monitors Business Intelligence reports daily. Completes required annual compliance training, continuing education, and participates actively and constructively in program and professional development. What We’re Looking For Strong clinical assessment and treatment planning skills. Excellent group facilitation and therapeutic communication abilities. A commitment to recovery-oriented, person-centered care. Sound clinical judgment and crisis intervention skills. The ability to collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team. Cultural humility, professionalism, and compassion for individuals from diverse backgrounds. What We Offer Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance Virginia Retirement System ( VRS ) Paid Time Off, and paid holidays Paid licensure supervision (when applicable) Continuing education and professional development opportunities Supportive interdisciplinary team environment Opportunities for career growth within a comprehensive behavioral healthcare system The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits. Please browse our Benefits Brochure, for a full list of benefits and employee perks. Required Qualifications

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 two years of related, full-time equivalent experience.

SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES :

Requires State of Virginia licensure as a Clinical Social Worker ( LCSW ), Professional Counselor ( LPC ), Clinical Psychologist ( LCP ). A Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist ( LMFT ), Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, Psychiatric Clinical Nurse Specialist MD/DO, or a Bachelor’s Prepared Registered Nurse (RN) with five years of experience may be considered in the Emergency Services Program. May consider as a marginal (under-grade) applicant a Resident in Counseling or Supervisee in Social Work applicant who is currently registered with the Board of Health Professions with the ability to obtain licensure within the probationary period. May require Pre-Screening Certification within 6 weeks of employment (12 weeks for part-time staff) for those in the Emergency Services Program. Depending on the position, it may require a valid driver’s license and a driving record that is in compliance with the City Driving Standards .

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. Preferred Qualifications LPC or LCSW Experience facilitating adult and/or adolescent groups preferred Experience with the electronic health record Credible preferred Experience utilizing trauma-specific interventions preferred Job Open Date 09/23/2026 Job Close Date 10/07/2026 Open Continuous No ADA Checklist Overall Physical Strength Demands Overall Physical Strength Demands S=Sedentary - Exerting up to 10 lbs. occasionally or small weights frequently; sitting most of the time. Physical Demands C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.N = Never- Never occurs. Standing Standing Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Sitting Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Walking Walking Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Lifting Lifting Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Lifting Amount Lifting Amount Exerting up to 10 lbs Carrying Carrying Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Carrying Weight Carrying Weight Exerting up to 10 lbs Pushing/Pulling Pushing/Pulling Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Pushing/Pulling Weight Pushing/Pulling Weight Exerting up to 10 lbs Reaching Reaching Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Handling Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Fine Dexterity Fine Dexterity Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Kneeling Kneeling Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Crouching Bending Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Twisting Twisting N = Never Climbing Vision Vision Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Hearing Hearing Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Talking Talking Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Foot Controls Foot Controls N = Never Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids Used Protective Equipment Required None required Health and Safety D = DailyW = Several Times Per WeekM = Several Times Per MonthS = SeasonallyN = Never Mechanical Hazards Mechanical Hazards N = Never Chemical Hazards Chemical Hazards N = Never Electrical Hazards Electrical Hazards N = Never Fire Hazards Fire Hazards N = Never Explosives Explosives N = Never Communicable Diseases Communicable Diseases S = Seasonally Physical Danger or Abuse Physical Danger or Abuse M = Several Times Per Month Other If Other, Description D = DailyW = Several Times Per WeekM = Several Times Per MonthS = SeasonallyN = Never Dirt and Dust Dirt and Dust N = Never Extreme Temperatures Extreme Temperatures N = Never Noise and Vibration Noise and Vibration N = Never Fumes and Odors Fumes and Odors N = Never Wetness/Humidity Wetness/Humidity N = Never Darkness or Poor Lighting Darkness or Poor Lighting N = Never Primary Work Location Non-Physical Demands C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.N = Never- Never occurs. Time Pressures Time Pressures Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Emergency Situations Emergency Situations Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Frequent Change of Tasks Frequent Change of Tasks Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Tedious or Exacting Work Tedious or Exacting Work Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Noisy/Distracting Environment Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Other If Other, Description Can anyone assist the employee in performing the primary tasks assigned to this position? If yes, identify the eligible task(s) Professional References Please provide contact information for professional references. Minimum Requests 0 Maximum Requests 4 Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * Do you possess a valid driver's license and a driving record that is in compliance with the City's Driving Standards? Please review position requirements for details. Yes No * Do you have a Master's Degree? Yes No * This position requires State of Virginia licensure as a Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Professional Counselor (LPC), Clinical Psychologist (LCP). A Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, Psychiatric Clinical Nurse Specialist MD/DO, or a Bachelor's Prepared Registered Nurse (RN) with five years of experience may be considered in the Emergency Services Program. Please list all licensures you currently possess. Type N/A, if not applicable. (Open Ended Question) #J-18808-Ljbffr City of Chesapeake Virginia