CS Therapist III

Prince William County Government•Prince William County, VA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Prince William County Community Services is seeking an experienced clinician to serve as a Therapist III (Senior Clinical Service Caseworker) within our Jail-Based Substance Abuse and Co-Occurring Treatment Program. This position plays a critical leadership role in delivering specialized treatment services for incarcerated individuals at the Prince William Regional Adult Detention Center. The selected candidate will work alongside a highly skilled multidisciplinary team dedicated to reducing recidivism, promoting recovery, and improving long-term community outcomes. This position qualifies for a $5,000 hiring bonus, paid in two equal installments: $2,500 after 90 days of employment and the final $2,500 upon successful completion of the probationary period.

Requirements

Master's degree in social work, counseling, or a related behavioral science field
3 years of experience in the delivery of human services in a Substance Abuse outpatient program to adult individuals
Must be LCSW or LPC licensed in the Commonwealth of Virginia
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
Must pass a fingerprint-based national criminal history record check
Must pass a search of the registry of founded complaints of child abuse and neglect maintained by the Department of Social Services

Nice To Haves

1-2 years of professional-level clinical supervisory experience
Experience and knowledge in supervising and providing outpatient substance abuse and co-occurring treatment services to criminal justice-involved populations
Experience using the ASAM Criteria and DLA 20
Experience and knowledge regarding best practices for Medication Assisted Treatment
Experience with Medicaid documentation standards
Bilingual, Spanish/ English

Responsibilities

Provides and supervises a comprehensive array of clinical services for individuals with substance use and co-occurring disorders, including assessment, individual, and group therapy.
Serves as first-line clinical supervisor for program staff, providing guidance, coaching, and oversight of daily clinical operations.
Serves as a primary liaison with the Adult Detention Center.
Collaborates closely with local and state probation offices, pre-trial services, and the courts to support successful community re-entry.
Prepares and oversees clinical reports, treatment recommendations, and progress updates for court and probation partners.
Ensures implementation of evidence-based practices and program curricula with fidelity.
Facilitates assessments, groups, and treatment sessions as needed to support program operations.
Proactively supports clients in reducing recidivism risk while progressing toward individualized treatment goals.
Maintains program waitlists and assigns cases to subordinate staff.
Provides clinical consultation and guidance related to risk assessment and case management for justice-involved clients.
Develops and maintains strong collaborative relationships with criminal justice and community stakeholders.
Assists with administrative functions, including hiring support, program operations, and quality improvement activities.
Prepares reports and maintains documentation in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
Participates in staff meetings, multidisciplinary staffing, and professional development activities.

Benefits

Competitive salary
Training opportunities
Training leave
Flexible schedule
Supportive team environment
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