What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clinician II - Chesapeake Juvenile Services - Forensics Discharge Planner position at City of Chesapeake?
Position Information
Working Title of Vacant Position
Clinician II - Chesapeake Juvenile Services - Forensics Discharge Planner
Job Type
Full Time
Posting Type
Public
Number of Vacancies
1
Department
CHES INT BEHAV HEALTHC
Division
CIBH MENTAL HLTH SVC
Requisition Number
2025007
Number of hours worked per week
40 hours
Work Schedule
Monday – Friday
Hours: 8:00am to 4:30pm
Hours: 8:00am to 4:30pm
Work Site Location
Chesapeake, VA
Position Driving Requirement
O - Occasional
Pay Grade
GE11
Pay Basis
Semi-Monthly
Advertised Salary
$53,424 – $70,000 starting salary range
Actual starting rate depends on certifications, education, and experience
Actual starting rate depends on certifications, education, and experience
Job Description
Chesapeake Integrated Behavioral Healthcare [CIBH] is seeking a highly motivated clinician to serve as a Forensics Discharge Planner. The exceptional candidate will have passion for our community and want to make a difference in the lives of our citizens!
Typical job responsibilities for the clinician will include collaboration with the Chesapeake Correctional Center and Chesapeake Juvenile Services, local providers, community agencies, and program participants to provide ongoing support to eliminate fragmentation, duplication, or gaps in care and treatment.
The clinician will also perform behavioral health consultation, screening, short-term targeted interventions, and case management functions dedicated to transitional care and a seamless re-entry into treatment services in the community.
Typical job responsibilities for the clinician will include collaboration with the Chesapeake Correctional Center and Chesapeake Juvenile Services, local providers, community agencies, and program participants to provide ongoing support to eliminate fragmentation, duplication, or gaps in care and treatment.
The clinician will also perform behavioral health consultation, screening, short-term targeted interventions, and case management functions dedicated to transitional care and a seamless re-entry into treatment services in the community.
Other related tasks for the clinician will include:
- Interviews consumers, collect and completes required documentation, and determines eligibility for referrals
- Regularly meet with assigned SMI consumers to coordinate, conduct assessments and discharge planning.
- Attend monthly meetings with partners to report on administrative and programmatic updates.
- The clinician will serve as an advocate on behalf of the consumers by making appropriate referrals to other social services, education, and health agencies as needed.
- If follow-up services are needed, the clinician will coordinate the release of information to the choice of provider the juvenile has selected for services. If the juvenile’s choice of provider is CIBH, the clinician will assist in transitioning care and participate in treatment planning meetings with CJS staff for juveniles who are Chesapeake residents.
- Provide overall service coordination, referral, linkage, and advocacy to consumers with varying needs
- Where needed, help set up appointments and link consumers with entitlements.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
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Required Qualifications
VOCATIONAL/EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT:
Requires a bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, closely related field, or another degree as approved by the Virginia Department of Health Professions.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:
Requires a bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, 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 position requires a minimum of two years of related, full-time equivalent experience.
- Assignment requires Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP – Adult or Child) and Part C
- CPR, First Aid within 3 months of hire
- Certified Substance Abuse Counselor (CSAC) certification upon hire
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT:
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. Emergency operations support work and work locations may be outside of normal job duties.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working with multiple community agencies coordinating health care plans and interventions. Jail experience preferred.
Posting Detail Information
Job Open Date
01/03/2025
Job Close Date
01/20/2025
Open Continuous
No
Special Instructions to Applicants
QHMP A & C Required
ADA Checklist
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
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Sitting
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Walking
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 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
Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Crouching
Never- Never occurs.
Crawling
No Response
Bending
Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Twisting
Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Climbing
Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Balancing
Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
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
Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids Used
Office equipment, computer, copier, fax, phone, city vehicle
Protective Equipment Required
none
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
Other
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
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Emergency Situations
Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Frequent Change of Tasks
Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
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
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Noisy/Distracting Environment
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
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)
Supervisor can assist if needed
Professional References
Professional References
Please provide contact information for professional references.
Minimum Requests
0
Maximum Requests
4
Salary : $53,424 - $70,000
