Licensed Clinician II

Position Details

Position Information

Working Title of Vacant Position Licensed Clinician II Job Type Full Time Posting Type Public Number of Vacancies 1 Department CHES INT BEHAV HEALTHC Division CIBH MENTAL HLTH SVC Requisition Number 2026266 Number of hours worked per week 40 Work Schedule

Sunday-Thursday 11pm-7:30am with a 30 min meal break.

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.

Work Site Location Chesapeake, VA: 216 Great Bridge Blvd: Position Driving Requirement O - Occasional Pay Grade GE16 Pay Basis Semi-Monthly Advertised Salary

Starting Pay: $69,737 +

A 10% special assignment pay + 7% shift differential pay is offered in addition to salary

• Actual starting salary will depend on experience, education and credentials.

Job Description

CIBH is seeking a compassionate, skilled and resilient clinician to join the overnight team at our Crisis Receiving Center. Not everyone is built for overnight crisis work- but if you are, you know the impact that mental health workers make in restoring hope and changing lives.

Join our team as an Licensed Clinician II and play a critical role in helping individuals access immediate behavioral health support when they need it most!

The Licensed Clinician II operates as part of a comprehensive 23-Hour Crisis Stabilization team that provides ongoing assessment, crisis intervention and clinical determination for level of care to individuals experiencing a behavioral health crisis. This position also serves as supervisory staff, providing clinical supervision to supervisees pursuing licensure, as well as other support staff such as clinicians and peers.

Typical Tasks Include:

• Conducts assessments to determine medical necessity, client needs, and pertinent factors related to crisis episode.
• Develops individualized treatment plans based on the comprehensive needs assessment that focuses on client strengths and resources.
• Facilitates crisis intervention and skills restoration for improvement of acute symptoms.
• Conducts safety planning and health literacy counseling to prevent the need for a higher level of care and provide targeted education concerning diagnosis and treatments.
• Provides care coordination and transition to the next level of care, including screening and referrals for appropriate behavioral health services and community resources.
• Completes clinical documentation in electronic health record and assure that all filing of clinical information and submission of billing information are done accurately and within the time frame required.
• Provides direct supervision to assigned staff.
• Conducts quality assurance audits and monitors service delivery for adherence to policies and procedures.
• Contributes to the development of department processes and process improvement.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits. Please browse our Benefits Brochure, for a full list of benefits and employee perks.

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Required Qualifications

VOCATIONAL/EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT:

Requires a master's degree in psychology, social work, counseling, or a closely related field, or another degree as approved by the Virginia Department of Health Professions.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:

In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards, this class requires a minimum of four years of related, full-time equivalent experience.

SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES:

• Requires State of Virginia licensure as a Clinical Psychologist (LCP), Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), or Professional Counselor (LPC).
• A Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, Psychiatric Clinical Nurse Specialist MD/DO, or a Bachelor's Prepared Registered Nurse (RN) with five years of experience may be considered in the Emergency Services Program.
• May require Pre-Screening Certification within 6 weeks of employment (12 weeks for part-time staff) for those in the Emergency Services Program.
• Requires a valid driver's license and a driving record that is in compliance with the City's Driving Standards.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

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.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior Supervisory experience is required for this position.
• LCSW registered with the board to provide clinical supervision a plus!

Posting Detail Information

Job Open Date 06/04/2026 Job Close Date 06/18/2026 Open Continuous No Special Instructions to Applicants

Please indicate whether employment was Full or Part time for each employment entry listed on your application and/or resume.

Medical Marijuana:

In accordance with City policy, this position is deemed safety-sensitive. As such, applicants for this position are subject to pre-employment drug/alcohol testing after receiving a conditional offer of employment and may also be subject to random testing. This drug test includes testing for marijuana. Possession of a medical marijuana card will not excuse an applicant from the testing process; however, a test will not be considered positive for marijuana if a valid medical marijuana certification is presented unless the position requires a commercial driver's license (CDL) or is a sworn law-enforcement officer/deputy.

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Overall Physical Strength Demands

Overall Physical Strength Demands S=Sedentary - Exerting up to 10 lbs. occasionally or small weights frequently; sitting most of the time.

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 Occasionally- Up to 1/3 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 N = Never Crouching Never- Never occurs. Crawling Never- Never occurs. Bending Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Twisting N = Never Climbing Never- Never occurs. Balancing Never- Never occurs. 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 Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids Used

basic office equipment, cellphone, laptop, city vehicles

Protective Equipment Required

none required

Health and Safety

D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never

Mechanical Hazards N = Never Chemical Hazards N = Never Electrical Hazards N = Never Fire Hazards N = Never Explosives N = Never Communicable Diseases S = Seasonally Physical Danger or Abuse S = Seasonally Other If Other, Description

Environmental Factors

D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never

Dirt and Dust N = Never Extreme Temperatures N = Never Noise and Vibration N = Never Fumes and Odors N = Never Wetness/Humidity N = Never Darkness or Poor Lighting N = Never Primary Work Location Office Environment

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 Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Emergency Situations Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Frequent Change of Tasks Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 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 Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. 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)

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Professional References

Professional References

Please provide contact information for professional references.

Minimum Requests 0 Maximum Requests 4

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Do you possess a valid driver's license and a driving record that is in compliance with the City's Driving Standards? Please review position requirements for details.

• Yes

• No

• • This position requires State of Virginia licensure as a Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Professional Counselor (LPC), Clinical Psychologist (LCP). A Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, Psychiatric Clinical Nurse Specialist MD/DO, or a Bachelor's Prepared Registered Nurse (RN) with five years of experience may be considered in the Emergency Services Program. Please list all licensures you currently possess. Type N/A, if not applicable.

(Open Ended Question)

• • Do you have a Master's Degree?
• Yes
• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume

Optional Documents

• Transcripts