Supervisor, Jail Diversion & Forensic Discharge Planning

Hampton-Newport News Community Services Board•Hampton, VA

2d•$61,182

About The Position

The Hampton-Newport News Community Services Board is seeking a Supervisor for the Jail Diversion & Forensic Discharge Planning program. This unique role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on individuals living with mental illness within correctional custody by providing alternative support services, clinical interventions, and assistance with reintegration into the community. You will thrive in a client-focused environment, collaborating with a dedicated team that prioritizes delivering premier behavioral health services. This position allows for direct engagement with individuals referred to the program, their families, and various support networks. Additionally, you will receive excellent benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; life insurance; a flexible spending account; paid time off; employee discounts; and participation in the Virginia Retirement System (VRS). Since 1971, the Hampton-Newport News Community Services Board has provided a comprehensive continuum of high-quality, essential, and community-based services to citizens of the Peninsula who are living with a mental illness, developmental disabilities, and substance use disorders. The Supervisor of Jail Diversion and Forensic Discharge Planning at the Hampton-Newport News Community Services Board plays a pivotal role in overseeing both Forensic Discharge Planners and Jail Diversion Case Managers, ensuring seamless coordination of client care. This position involves managing daily operations, supporting a professional team, and addressing challenges as they arise. Responsibilities include program analysis, assisting with budget monitoring, and evaluating outcomes to maintain high-quality care. The role also involves conducting pre-screenings and client evaluations, primarily in jail or court settings, while developing diversion and re-entry plans to facilitate a successful transition back into the community. Critical decision-making regarding client well-being is essential, as is the ability to assess needs and formulate comprehensive reintegration plans. The supervisor must coordinate services across multiple disciplines, effectively apply diagnostic norms during emergencies, and conduct thorough assessments that incorporate behavioral patterns and medical histories. Proficiency in crisis intervention, knowledge of laws related to involuntary hospitalization, and strong communication skills are crucial for building rapport with a diverse client population while maintaining accurate records and adhering to professional ethics.

Requirements

Master's Degree in Social Work or Counseling with 3 years of clinical experience in a psychiatric care setting, including counseling and crisis intervention functions.
Must provide proof of registration for supervision toward licensure with the Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) Virginia Licensing Board within 90 days of employment.
Pre-admission screener certification training modules must be completed within 30 days of hire.
Valid Driver's License

Nice To Haves

Supervisory experience

Responsibilities

Overseeing Forensic Discharge Planners and Jail Diversion Case Managers
Managing daily operations
Supporting a professional team
Addressing challenges
Program analysis
Assisting with budget monitoring
Evaluating outcomes
Conducting pre-screenings and client evaluations
Developing diversion and re-entry plans
Critical decision-making regarding client well-being
Assessing needs and formulating comprehensive reintegration plans
Coordinating services across multiple disciplines
Effectively applying diagnostic norms during emergencies
Conducting thorough assessments that incorporate behavioral patterns and medical histories
Crisis intervention
Maintaining accurate records
Adhering to professional ethics