What are the responsibilities and job description for the CS Therapist II CORP (Part-Time) position at Prince William County Government?
If you are interested in providing meaningful evidence-based treatment services to those in our community with substance use disorders and serious mental illness, this is the role for you! Join the Comprehensive Outpatient Recovery Program (CORP) team at Prince William County Community Services for a role that offers rewarding work and great benefits! If you are committed to providing great customer service in a flexible, fast-paced, and dynamic work environment, we want to hear from you.
About This Role: Your role of Therapist II (Clinical Services Caseworker) is central to the treatment work within the CORP team. You will deliver evidence-based intervention, in group and individual settings, to address a broad range of substance use and mental health diagnoses, as well as psychosocial factors (e.g. impact of trauma, poverty, and social stressors) that impact treatment outcomes. As a Part Time Therapist II, you will be expected to carry a caseload of approximately 20 to 25 individuals, in an environment that prioritizes client-centered treatment and excellent customer service. You will collaborate on behalf of the individual with your team members, community partners, law enforcement agencies, medical providers, and social service agencies to support positive treatment outcomes. Your position will be located in the Ferlazzo Building, and you will serve consumers primarily at the East side of the County. You will have access to complimentary onsite licensure supervision, professional development opportunities and enthusiastic, supportive colleagues.
Preferences:
- Master’s degree in psychology, social work, counseling, or related behavioral science field is required
- Currently possess LPC, or LCSW or ability to obtain LPC or LCSW license in the Commonwealth of Virginia within two years of hire
- 1-2 years of experience providing evidence-based individual/group therapy services, in a human services environment, to adults with substance use and/or co-occurring disorders, in various stages of readiness for change
- Experience developing individualized treatment plans based on an individual’s presenting needs and preferences
- Experience with providing clinical documentation in an electronic health record
- Working knowledge of Motivational Interviewing and Stages of Change theory
- Competence in using DSM-5, ASAM, and other assessment tools to determine treatment strategies and levels of care
- Experience with recovery support in a harm-reduction model
- Bi-lingual in Spanish and English preferred but not required
Special Requirements:
- Must possess a valid driver’s license
- Must pass DMV record check
- Must pass TB test
- 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 neglect maintained by the Department of Social Services.
Work Schedule: FLSA Nonexempt - 20 hours per week, one evening per week.
Starting Salary Range: $39.01 - $46.35 Hourly
Prince William County Community Services maintains a drug free workplace.
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.
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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 employee.
Salary : $39 - $68