ES Therapist III

ES Therapist III

Salary

$82,777.50 - $139,288.50 Annually

Location

Prince William County, VA

Job Type

Full-Time (FT)

Job Number

202610629

Department

COMMUNITY SERVICES

Division

Emergency, Assessment & Trauma Services

Opening Date

06/22/2026

Closing Date

7/6/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

GRADE

C51

Hiring Salary

$82,777.50 - $111,033.00

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Introduction

Are you interested in being a part of an organization whose mission is a commitment to improving the quality of life for people with or at risk of developing serious mental illness and preventing these occurrences while minimizing the impact of these conditions through a system of caring that respects and promotes the dignity, rights, and full participation of individuals and their families? If so, then Prince William County Community Services is where you need to be working. We are currently looking for a Therapist III to join our emergency services team that provides essential crisis intervention services to the community.

Located within easy commuting distance from Washington, D.C., Northern Virginia, and Stafford County, Prince Willian County is a diverse and dynamic community, where we treasure our past and the promise of the future. Come join a team that values quality service, integrity, and accountability.

The Department of Community Services currently offers a $2,000.00 Program Stipend for full-time clinical position employees who work in Emergency / Crisis Services or Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) programs. Also, the Department of Community Services currently offers a $1,000.00 Program Stipend for part-time clinical position employees who work in Emergency / Crisis Services or Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) programs. The program stipend will be paid out biweekly.

This position qualifies for a $5,000 hiring bonus. This bonus will be paid in two equal installments as funds permit. The first installment of $2,500 is payable upon the County's first regular pay date following your position start, and the final $2,500 installment will be payable on the pay date following the completion of probation.

About this role:

We are currently looking for a Therapist III to join our Emergency Services team that provides essential crisis intervention services to the community. In this role, you will provide supervision to staff, do assessments of client needs, and connect the person with an appropriate level of resources to help reduce future crises. Job duties include but are not limited to:

• Provides crisis intervention services in a 24/7 program.
• Conducts interviews and makes recommendations for community resources.
• Provides outreach, assessment, linkage to and coordination with other service providers.
• Provides crisis intervention for clients, including those at high risk for suicide/homicide-under supervisory guidance, evaluates risk and potential need for hospitalization.
• Develops and implements risk management plans.
• Maintains records according to agencys policies and procedures, prepares reports.
• Attends and participates in staff meetings and professional development activities.
• Provide supervision and evaluation to Therapist IIs.

Minimum Requirements:

• Master's Degree in social work, counseling, or related behavioral science field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience providing clinical services to Serious Mental Illness (SMI).
• Must possess an unrestricted LCSW or LPC license in the Commonwealth of Virginia.

Preferences:

• 1 year of supervisory experience.
• Eligible to provide clinical supervision towards licensure.
• Experience with conducting risk assessments.
• Experience with supervising clinical staff.
• Experience working in a behavioral health setting.
• Experience collaborating with other departments & stakeholders.

Schedule Requirements:

Must be available for daytime and evening hours.

Special Requirements:

Must pass DMV record check

Must pass TB test

Offer of employment is contingent upon the candidate passing a fingerprint-based National Criminal History Record Check

Child Protective Services Requirements: Effective 1999, mandated by the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services 12VA35-105-400 rules and Regulations for Licensing Providers by the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services related to Criminal Registry Checks, a search of the registry of founded complaints of child abuse and neglect maintained by the Department of Social Services.

Starting Salary Range: $82,777.50 - $111,033.00

We also offer great benefits, including:

• Retirement from the Virginia Retirement System (VRS)
• 401a and 457 retirement savings and investment plans
• Paid Annual Leave
• Paid Personal Leave
• Paid Sick Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Optional Group Medical and Dental Health Plans
• Optional Group Life Insurance
• An Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Career Development Opportunities

Full-time positions with Prince William County Government qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness. Click here for PSLF additional information.

NOTE: The above position description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department. To view the class description in its entirety, click here.

Prince William County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

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Prince William County Government offers medical plans with corresponding pharmacy and basic vision coverage, as well as dental plans and a separate vision plan.

Full-time and part-time Prince William County Government employees are eligible to participate in our plans; however, the level and cost of benefits depends on the classification of the position.

The following positions do not accrue leave and are not eligible for holidays or other fringe benefits:

• Temporary
• Provisional
• Seasonal employees

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Prince William County Benefit Programs

01

I understand that information provided on my application is used to determine my qualifications. Information on my resume will not substitute for the education, work experience and required fields on the County application. Only information provided at the time of the application submission will be considered when determining my qualifications. Only responses to Supplemental Questions that can be verified in my submitted education and work experience will be credited.

• I have read, understand, and acknowledge the above statement.
• I decline to proceed any further in this process.

02

Please select the answer that best represents your education.

• PHD unrelated
• PHD in social work, counseling, or a related behavioral science field
• Master's degree in social work, counseling, or a related behavioral science field
• Masters unrelated
• None of the above

03

Please quantify your experience providing clinical services to the Seriously Mentally Ill (SMI) population.

• Four or more years of experience
• Three or more years of experience
• Two or more years of experience
• One or more years of experience
• None of the above

04

Do you possess an active, unrestricted License as a Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the Commonwealth of Virginia?

• Yes, I hold an active and unrestricted LCSW in Virginia.
• Yes, I hold an active and unrestricted LPC in Virginia.
• No, I do not hold either of these licenses in Virginia.
• None of the above

05

How many years of supervisory experience do you possess?

• Five or more years of professional-level supervisory experience
• Four or more years of professional-level supervisory experience
• Three or more years of professional-level supervisory experience
• Two or more years of professional-level supervisory experience
• One or more years of professional-level supervisory experience
• None of the above

06

Are you currently eligible to provide clinical supervision toward licensure (LCSW/LPC) in the Commonwealth of Virginia?

• Yes
• No

07

Do you have experience conducting clinical risk assessments (e.g., evaluating potential risk for suicide, homicide, or need for psychiatric hospitalization)?

• Yes
• No

08

If yes to the previous question, briefly describe your experience conducting risk assessments, including the settings and populations served:

09

Which of the following best describes your experience working in a behavioral health setting?

• I have extensive experience working in a behavioral health setting (e.g., community services boards, psychiatric facilities, crisis stabilization).
• I have some experience working in a behavioral health setting.
• I do not have experience working in a behavioral health setting.

10

Do you have professional experience collaborating with external departments, emergency services, law enforcement, or other community stakeholders?

• Yes
• No

11

If yes to the previous question, please briefly highlight a specific instance or the types of stakeholders you routinely collaborate with.

12

This position is part of a 24/7 emergency services program. Are you willing and able to work non-traditional hours, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays if required?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer Prince William County Government

Address 1 County Complex Court

Prince William County, Virginia, 22192

Website https://www.pwcva.gov/department/human-resources/careers