Mental Health Clinician II: Division of Institutions #00656

Virginia Department of Human Resource Management

$77K — $127K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Graduate degree in Clinical Psychology, Counseling Psychology, Social Work, or a related field.
  • Eligibility for certification as a Sex Offender Treatment Provider in Virginia.
  • In-depth knowledge of psychological theories and practices regarding mental and sexual disorders.
  • Familiarity with effective treatment modalities for sex offenders.
  • Strong ability to create treatment plans and deliver therapy sessions.
  • Proficient in using psychological assessment instruments for evaluation.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the Sex Offender Residential Treatment (SORT) Program as Department Head.
  • Supervise and provide support to clinical staff in their roles.
  • Deliver evidence-based treatment and assessment services for adult sex offenders.
  • Recommend research-driven program changes to enhance treatment efficacy.
  • Develop and monitor SORT Program treatment services and policies.
  • Conduct crisis intervention, screenings, and psychological evaluations.
  • Facilitate individual and group therapy sessions as part of the mental health services.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to influence and improve sex offender treatment programs.
  • Collaboration with a dedicated team in a critical public safety role.
  • Potential for professional growth through staff training and supervision.
  • Supportive work environment focused on psychological health and recovery.
Full Job Description
Mental Health Clinician II: Division of Institutions #00656

Job no:
Work type: Full-Time (Salaried)
Location: Greensville, Virginia
Categories: Health and Human Services, Public Safety

Title: Mental Health Clinician II: Division of Institutions #00656

State Role Title: Psych II/Psychology Assoc II

Hiring Range: $77,792 - $127,060

Pay Band: 5

Agency: Dept of Corr - Central Admin

Location: DOC Headquarters

Agency Website: https://jobs.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

Serves as Department Head for the Sex Offender Residential Treatment (SORT) Program. Provides clinical and administrative supervision to assigned staff. Provides evidence-based, state-of-the-art sex offender programming to adult sex offenders, including treatment, assessment, and reentry/release planning services. Makes recommendations to the Sex Offender Program Director regarding program changes that are research-based and have demonstrated effectiveness. Oversees and directs the development, implementation and monitoring of SORT Program mental health/sex offender treatment services, policies and programs. Ensures that documentation and records are maintained according toDepartment of Corrections (DOC), DBHDS and American Correctional Association (ACA) standards. Provides training to clinical and non-clinical staff. Provides mental health services to SORT Program participants including crisis intervention, screening, psychological assessment and evaluation, psychoeducational services, individual and group therapy, treatment planning, and release planning under the supervision and direction of the Sex Offender Program Director.

Minimum Qualifications

Graduate degree in Clinical Psychology, Counseling Psychology, Social Work, Clinical Social Work, or equivalent degree in related human services field from an accredited university or college or an equivalent combination of training and experience, with advanced coursework in mental health supporting the ability to fulfill the required tasks of a Mental Health Service Provider as mandated by the Code of Virginia.

Eligible to complete certification as a Sex Offender Treatment Provider by the Virginia Board of Psychology.

Knowledge of psychological theory and practices on various mental disorders, sexual disorders, and contemporary assessment and treatment approaches.

Knowledge of salient areas related to effective sex offender treatment modalities.

Ability to develop appropriate treatment plans and provide group and individual counseling.

Demonstrated knowledge of the purpose, strengths, and limitation of various psychological and sex offender specific assessment instruments.

Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.

Ability to discuss and explain psychological/diagnostic impressions and issues.

Additional Considerations

Ability to fulfill professional tasks of a Mental Health Service Provider as mandated by the Code of Virginia.

Experience working clinically with sexual offenders, performing sex offender assessment and interpretation, psychological testing, evaluation, and counseling.

Special Instructions

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Advertised: 08 Jul 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
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