Posting number: 202610729
Department: COMMUNITY SERVICES
Division: Adult Behavioral Health & Recovery Services
Job classification: Clinical Services Caseworker /C43
Posting type: Open
Categories: Community Services, Mental Health
SummaryPrince William County Community Services is seeking a dedicated Therapist II (Clinical Services Caseworker) to join the Recovery Support Services (RSS) DORM Treatment Program at the Prince William–Manassas Regional Adult Detention Center. The DORM program is a structured substance use treatment program serving incarcerated individuals with long histories of substance use and co-occurring behavioral health needs. This position will provide individual and group counseling within a therapeutic, recovery-oriented environment at the ADC. There will also be close collaboration with criminal justice and community partners (including probation and pre-trial services, the courts, and the Public Defender’s Office) to provide treatment recommendations and support re-entry planning that promotes continuity of care upon release.
The Recovery Support Services continuum includes intensive substance use treatment within the Adult Detention Center and specialized outpatient services for justice-involved individuals in the community. The program also supports Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) services at the ADC through motivational counseling and re-entry coordination and manages community-based MAT/OBAT clinics across Prince William County. This role offers the opportunity to work as part of a multidisciplinary team committed to recovery-oriented, evidence-based care.
We are located within easy commuting distance from Washington, D.C., Northern Virginia, and Stafford County. We offer competitive salaries, a wide range of excellent benefits including paid annual and sick leave, personal days and a great benefits package to include health, dental and eye insurance; paid holidays and comprehensive retirement benefits.
This position qualifies for a hiring bonus of $5,000. This bonus will be paid in two equal installments. The first installment of $2,500 will be paid after you have completed 90 days of employment. The final $2,500 installment will be disbursed upon successful completion of the probationary period.
About This Role:
- Provides a comprehensive array of clinical services for criminal justice-involved clients, including assessments and individual and group treatment
- Writes and implements treatment plans
- Maintains records according to the agency's policies and procedures
- Implements Evidence-Based Practices faithfully according to the guidance in the material
- Provides consultation to families, professionals, and community agencies regarding substance use and co-occurring issues
- Coordinates client aftercare with the other CS staff, peer support, as well as other community-based services, and Probation
- Coordinates client care and makes appropriate referrals for medication-assisted treatment and/or psychiatric services
- Proactively provides client services to assist them in avoiding relapse and recidivism and progressing toward treatment goals
- Prepares letters for court documenting treatment recommendations and client progress in the program
- Provides education and recovery resources to clients
- Attends and participates in staff meetings and professional development activities
- Attends/completes annual trainings as required
Minimum Requirements:
- Master’s degree in social work, counseling, or related behavioral science field.
- Must currently possess an LCSW or LPC; or be eligible to obtain an LCSW or LPC in the Commonwealth of Virginia within 2 years of hire.
- 1 year of related experience providing services to substance-using and co-occurring adults.
Preferences:
- Be licensed for independent practice
- Experience working within the criminal justice system
- Have direct experience and knowledge of medication-assisted treatment options and community-based recovery resources.
- Bi-lingual English/ Spanish is preferred
Special Requirements (if applicable):
Possession of a valid driver's license;
Must pass DMV record check;
Must pass TB Test;
Certification in First Aid and Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation, as required.
Offer of employment is contingent upon the candidate passing a fingerprinted 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 Development Services related to Criminal Registry Checks, a search of the registry of founded complaints of child abuse and neglected maintained by the Department of Social Services
Prince William County Community Services maintains a drug free workplace.
Work Schedule:
FLSA Exempt, Monday – Friday 8AM -5PM with some flexibility, will require at least 2 evenings a week for group work.
Starting Salary Range: $76,069.50 - $104,676.00
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