Mental Health Clinician II: Division of Institutions - #DOI00523
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Work type: Full-Time (Salaried)
Location: Emporia, Virginia
Categories: Health and Human Services, Public Safety
Title: Mental Health Clinician II: Division of Institutions - #DOI00523
State Role Title: Psych II/Psychology Assoc II
Hiring Range: $77,792 - $127,060
Pay Band: 5
Agency: Dept of Corr - Central Admin
Location: Greensville Correctional Ctr
Agency Website: https://jobs.virginia.gov
Recruitment Type: General Public - G
Job Duties
Provides evidence-based, state of the art sex offender programming to adult sex offenders including treatment, assessment, and re-entry/release planning services. Makes recommendations to the Sex Offender Residential Treatment (SORT) Program Director regarding program changes that are researched-based and have demonstrated effectiveness. Ensures that documentation and records are maintained according to Department of Corrections (DOC) and American Correctional Association (ACA) standards. Serves as a consultant to Administration, Security, Treatment and Community Corrections staff. Provides in-service and other training.
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: 11 Aug 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
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