Clinician II

Please see Special Instructions for more details. The City of Chesapeake Department of Human Resources is serving as an advertising agent for this vacancy. Screening and selection will be handled by the Sheriff's Office Position Information Working Title of Vacant Position Job Type Job Type Full Time Posting Type Posting Type Public Number of Vacancies Number of Vacancies 1 Department Department SHERIFF Division Division SHERIFF JAIL Requisition Number Requisition Number 2026428 Number of hours worked per week Number of hours worked per week 40 Work Schedule 8:00 am – 5:00 pm May require some evenings. Work Site Location Work Site Location Correction Center Chesapeake, VA Position Driving Requirement Position Driving Requirement O - Occasional Pay Grade Pay Grade GE11 Pay Basis Pay Basis Semi-Monthly Advertised Salary 57.915 Job Description Join our dynamic team! Are you ready to make a difference where it matters most? Are you ready to lead change and support second chances? Youwill play a critical role in supporting, justice-involved individuals with behavior health and medical needs as they transition from incarceration to community life. You will work collaboratively with the Sheriff’s Office and the Sheriff’s Office’s contracted medical provider to screen and assess the psychiatric, medical, social services, employment, and residential needs upon entry into the Chesapeake Correctional Center, ( CCC .) You will be responsible for coordinating pre-release and post-release case management for CCC inmates with mental health, critical care medical, and substance use disorder needs to ensure a smooth transition to the community and services. Provide in community support for at least 30 days after release to ensure continuity of care and reduce recidivism. Create a discharge plan with goals that reflect the needs of the inmate. You will collaborate and coordinate with Chesapeake Integrated Behavioral Health’s community-based services and community partners to refer and link inmates with resources to support community re-entry, to include transitional housing or other housing support, and minimize recidivism. The discharge plan examples are assisting inmates with a SMI resident with obtaining photo identification, birth certificates, apply for Medicaid and/or GAP applications/reinstatement, apply for Social Security disability/ SSI assistance, assist with emergency food and clothing as approved through the Inmate Jail Program Fund, etc. Required Qualifications VOCATIONAL / EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT : Requires a bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, closely related field, or another degree as approved by the Virginia Department of Health Professions. A master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, or Rehabilitation is required for some assigned programs. EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT : In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards, this position requires a minimum of five years of related, full-time equivalent experience. Depending on assignment, may require Qualified Mental Health Professional ( QMHP – Adult or Child) or Qualified Developmental Disability Professional ( QDDP ) certification and highest Part C standards within 6 months of hire; CPR , First Aid and medication administration certifications within 3 months of hire, Certified Substance Abuse Counselor ( CSAC ) certification upon hire, Case Management Modules and Intellectual Disabilities Workbook completed within thirty days of hire, Part C Early Intervention Certification within six months of hire, and/or Pre-Screening Certification within 6 weeks of hire (12 weeks for part-time staff). SPECIAL REQUIREMENT : 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. Emergency operations support work and work locations may be outside of normal job duties. Preferred Qualifications Minimum of five years of experience required. Experience with case management, reentry planning or community mental health is a plus. Strong communication skills and a deep sense of empathy. Job Open Date Job Open Date 09/03/2026 Job Close Date Job Close Date 09/17/2026 Open Continuous No Open Continuous No Special Instructions to Applicants The City of Chesapeake Department of Human Resources is serving as an advertising agent for this vacancy. Screening and selection will be handled by the Sheriff's Office ADA Checklist Overall Physical Strength Demands Overall Physical Strength Demands Overall Physical Strength Demands L=Light - Exerting up to 20 lbs. occasionally, 10 lbs. frequently, or negligible amounts constantly OR requires walking or standing to a significant degree. 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 Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Sitting Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Walking Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Lifting Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Lifting Amount Exerting up to 10 lbs Carrying Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Carrying Weight Exerting up to 10 lbs Pushing/Pulling Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Pushing/Pulling Weight Exerting up to 10 lbs Reaching Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Handling Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Fine Dexterity Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Kneeling Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Crouching Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Bending Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Twisting N = Never Climbing Vision Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Hearing Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Talking Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Foot Controls N = Never Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids Used Office equipment. Copier, telephone, fax and computer equipment. Protective Equipment Required NA Health and Safety D = DailyW = Several Times Per WeekM = Several Times Per MonthS = SeasonallyN = Never Mechanical Hazards N = Never Chemical Hazards S = Seasonally Electrical Hazards N = Never Fire Hazards S = Seasonally Explosives N = Never Communicable Diseases W = Several Times Per Week Physical Danger or Abuse N = Never Other N = Never If Other, Description D = DailyW = Several Times Per WeekM = Several Times Per MonthS = SeasonallyN = Never Dirt and Dust D = Daily Extreme Temperatures S = Seasonally Noise and Vibration D = Daily Fumes and Odors W = Several Times Per Week Wetness/Humidity S = Seasonally 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 Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Emergency Situations Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Frequent Change of Tasks Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Tedious or Exacting Work Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Noisy/Distracting Environment Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. 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) No Professional References Please provide contact information for professional references. Minimum Requests 0 Maximum Requests 4 Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). #J-18808-Ljbffr