Counselor II

Virginia Information Technologies Agency•Nottoway, VA

6d•$70,701 - $97,567•Onsite

About The Position

The Counselor II provides a full array of treatment services to residents at the Virginia Center for Behavioral Rehabilitation. Services include individual and group therapy, resident assessment, treatment and discharge planning, case management, and participation as a member of the treatment team. The role requires working effectively with residents and clinical, professional, and administrative staff, and interacting professionally and therapeutically with families and community agencies.

Requirements

Master’s degree in social work, counseling, or psychology from an accredited school or university.
Knowledge of human behavior and performance, individual differences, learning and motivation, psychological research methods, and assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders.
Knowledge of methods and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and mental dysfunctions, and for career counseling and guidance.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing with staff at all levels and the general public; exercise good judgment; and interpret and apply relevant policies and procedures.
Ability to train and supervise staff and administer CPR.
Basic experience with Microsoft Office applications.
Knowledge and skill in management and supervisory techniques and practices.
Ability to work effectively with residents and clinical, professional, and administrative staff, and interact professionally and therapeutically with families and community agencies.
Availability to work alternate schedules, including nights, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Applicants are subject to an extensive background investigation and pre-employment drug screening.

Nice To Haves

Virginia licensure as an LCSW, professional counselor, or psychologist is strongly preferred.
Experience working with inpatient or residential mental health populations is preferred.
Experience working with forensic mental health populations is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide individual therapy and group therapy.
Assess residents and develop treatment plans.
Plan for resident discharge and provide case management.
Participate as a member of the treatment team.
Communicate and work effectively with residents, staff, families, and community agencies.
Train and supervise staff; administer CPR.
Apply personnel-management policies and procedures and monitor service delivery.
Manage staff rosters to monitor, control, and minimize overtime.
Work alternate schedules that may include nights, evenings, weekends, and holidays.