Title: Counselor II
State Role Title: Counselor II
Hiring Range: $70,701-$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: General Public - G
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.
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.
Contact Information
Name: Jessica Aliff
Email: jessica.aliff@dbhds.virginia.gov
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.
Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force.
