BH/DS Clinician I

Requisition ID:

47434

Work Location:

Human Services - Pembroke 6 offices

Pay Range:

G.24, $54,288.00 - $84,156.80

Starting Salary:

Depending upon Qualifications

Work Schedule:

Monday through Friday, 8am - 5pm, various

Part Time Hours/Wk:

Job Open Date:

10/28/25

Application Deadline:

Job Duties:

You can make a difference at the City of Virginia Beach

The City of Virginia Beach Department of Human Services is seeking a qualified BH/DS Clinician I - Sr. Employment Specialist to assist adults with intellectual, developmental and behavioral health disabilities in achieving competitive, integrated employment. The selected candidate will conduct comprehensive assessments of the client's employment interests, strengths and needs for support and support clients with finding employment, and by providing individualized support, training, and guidance. This role involves preparing job seekers for employment, developing relationships with employers, and offering ongoing support to ensure job retention.

And here's the exciting part - the selected candidate will qualify for a $4,000 hiring bonus**

Duties:

• Develop, implement, and monitor individual service plans (ISPs) for each client, aligning with their needs and abilities. Complete all required documentation to show progress or regression towards the client's plan goals within the quality and deadlines outlined in regulation and policy.
• Complete all required billing processes to ensure the program accurately and ethically bills for services provided.
• Conduct thorough Situational Assessments with the clients, to determine their employment interests, strengths and needs for support in employment settings.
• Maintain the health, safety, and well-being of all program clients based on each client's ISP.
• Develop competitive jobs relevant to the client's strengths and interests. Provide one-on-one, systematic training and support to clients to help them obtain, maintain, and excel in their jobs. Serve as liaison between the clients and their employer's supervisory staff.
• Advocate for fair application of the client's employer's policies, procedures, and job site opportunities. Coordinate services with employers and the support team to include family, residential, and other professionals.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of case files, including assessments, progress notes, and incident reports, in compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Uphold all confidentiality, Human Rights, and Home and Community-Based Service (HCBS) rights at all times. Ensure all client's rights are intact and consistently enforced.
• Manage behavioral and crises utilizing Therapeutic Options Techniques.
• Complete and secure information and documents for client charts to meet quality standards for corporate compliance, reimbursement, and CARF accreditation.

The City offers agenerous benefits package, which includes health, dental and life insurance, retirement and savings plans, maternity/paternity and parental leave, holidays and Paid-Time-Off.

**Hiring bonuses shall only be for new hires of original employment or reemployment as defined in Human Resources Policy No. 5.0.

• $1 ,000 will be awarded in the first paycheck.
• $1,250 will be awarded upon completion of the six (6) month interim performance evaluation with an overall rating of "Meets Expectations".
• $1,750 will be awarded upon completion of the employee's one (1) year probationary period and a performance evaluation with an overall rating of "Meets Expectations".

Apply today

Official City Job Description:

https://virginia-beach-departments-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/city/job-descriptions-pay-plans/BHDS-Clinician-I-02130.pdf

Working Conditions:

https://workingcondition-summary-prod.s3.amazonaws.com/B.005052.1.pdf

Minimum Requirements:

MINIMUMS: BEHAVIORAL HEALTH POSITIONS: Requires a four (4) year degree in a human services field (such as psychology, behavioral or mental health, special education, social work) and one (1) year of experience providing the required knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with positions such as a Mental Health Counselor, Special Education Teacher or Social Worker OR any combination of education (above the high school level) and/or experience equivalent to five (5) years in fields utilizing the required knowledge, skills and abilities. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: BEHAVIORAL HEALTH POSITIONS: May be required to meet QMHP-A (Qualified Mental Health Professional ? Adult), QMHP-C (Qualified Mental Health Professional ? Child), or QSACM (Qualified Substance Abuse Case Manager) requirements for some positions. All 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.

Additional Requirements:

DMV Transcript: Required
CDL: Not Required
DOT History: Not Required
CPS Check: Required
Physical: Not Required
Respirator: Not Required
Polygraph Review: Not Required
Psychological Screening: Not Required

Attachments Required: Resume

Preferences:

Prefer QDDP (degree + at least 1 year exp.) or 5 yrs of direct service experience supporting individuals with disabilities (ID/DD/BH)
Experience providing community services, preferably with vocational/supported employment
Experience with developing and implementing skill development & support plans
Experience with writing reports and documentation, preferably in electronic records
Experience working with a variety of people in community settings
Experience developing and implementing behavior management plans and techniques
Experience with conducting skills assessments, preferably vocational
Experience with coordination of services with agencies and supports

Special Instructions:

This position is open until filled. Applications will be reviewed and interviews conducted on an ongoing basis. Once the appropriate applicant pool has been established, it will be closed.

• Please complete the application in its entirety and include your resume if required by the posting.
• Your responses to any "Supplemental Questions", if attached to this requisition, must be supported by the information you provide on your application and/or resume; or otherwise demonstrated during the hiring process.
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VRS Contribution: All full-time employees are required to contribute 5% of annual salary toward their retirement account; in accordance with VRS retirement provisions. This will be handled through a pre-tax payroll deduction.

Drug Free Workplace: The City of Virginia Beach maintains a drug free workplace.

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