Therapist I, Juvenile Detention
Therapist I, Juvenile Detention
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Therapist I Juvenile Detention
Annual Salary: $51253
Work Schedule: Monday Friday 8:30 am 5:00 pm
Join our dynamic team at HamptonNewport News Community Services Board as a FullTime Therapist I in Juvenile Detention located in Hampton VA! This exciting opportunity allows you to make a profound difference in the lives of youth while working onsite in a supportive and engaging environment. As a Therapist you will utilize your skills to help guide and support young individuals through their challenges fostering personal growth and resilience. The position offers a competitive salary of $51253 reflecting our commitment to excellence and the importance of the role youll play in the community. With a focus on empathetic service and integrity you will collaborate with a dedicated team in a healthy working environment that emphasizes strong worklife balance.
You can enjoy great benefits such as Medical Dental Vision Life Insurance Flexible Spending Account Competitive Salary Paid Time Off Employee Discounts and the Virginia Retirement System. Dont miss the chance to be part of a premier provider in the health care industry where your professional contributions truly matter!
Let us introduce ourselves
Since 1971 HamptonNewport News Community Services Board has provided a comprehensive continuum of highquality essential and communitybased services to citizens of the Peninsula who are living with a mental illness developmental disabilities and substance use disorders.
Whats your day like
As a FullTime Therapist I in Juvenile Detention with the HamptonNewport News Community Services Board your day is centered on supporting youth during a pivotal time in their lives. Working in partnership with the Newport News Secure Juvenile Detention Center youll provide vital mental health and substance abuse services directly within the facility. Your day may include conducting clinical assessments trauma and substance use screenings and offering individual mental health consultations. Youll lead group counseling sessions respond to mental health crises and offer supportive services that help stabilize juveniles during their detention. Youll also play a critical role in coordinating reentry planning working closely with families to connect them with communitybased services that promote ongoing stability and success. Your work will have a lasting impact helping to guide youth toward positive change and healthier futures.
What you need to be successful
To thrive as a Full Time Therapist I in Juvenile Detention at the HamptonNewport News Community Services Board a strong foundation in clinical skills is essential. Candidates must possess a masters degree in human services along with at least one year of clinical experience working with juvenile populations. Successful Therapists in this role should demonstrate exceptional communication and interpersonal skills enabling them to build rapport with youth and their families effectively. Proficiency in crisis intervention strategies and the ability to conduct accurate assessments are crucial for addressing the diverse needs of juveniles in detention.
Familiarity with mental health and substance abuse screenings along with a collaborative approach to community reentry planning will further enhance your ability to support and stabilize families. Being adaptable empathetic and committed to excellence will empower you to make a meaningful impact on the lives of those you serve in this professional and supportive environment.
Knowledge and skills required for the position are:
- Masters degree in a human services field such as Social Work Counseling or Psychology with one (1) year clinical experience with the assigned population.
Your next step
If you think this job is a fit for what you are looking for great! Were excited to meet you!
The selected candidate must successfully pass a criminal history fingerprint background investigation DMV record check Child Registry search drug screening test and employment reference checks.
Employment Type
Full-Time
