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Employee Behavioral Health Psychologist...Your New Career
(This position is open until filled)

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We know you’re compassionate, detail-oriented, a great listener and a quick learner. And you know what? You might be exactly who we’re looking for.

Chesterfield County is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Behavioral Health Psychologist to join our newly established Employee Behavioral Health Program (EBHP) which provides mental health services and support to county employees working for Emergency Communications, Fire and EMS, Juvenile Justice Services, Mental Health Support Services, Police, Sheriff and Social Services, with plans to extend these services to the remainder of the county government workforce.

What You Do and How You Do It:

This role will provide behavioral health services to support the well-being of Chesterfield County employees in their service to residents and the community to include new hire consultation services and psychological testing for public safety departments, individual psychological/counseling services and testing upon request, including Fit-for-Duty (FFD) and Return-to-Work (RTW) evaluations for employees and referrals. This position also provides direct clinical and consultative services to employees and departments; provides education and training opportunities for departments/leadership in conjunction with other EBHP clinicians; assists peer support groups clinically as needed; crisis intervention and crisis prevention services, as needed; provides counseling as needed; and provides on scene coverage for crisis services after hours, weekends and holidays, as needed.

Here’s What You Need:

Doctorate-level degree in clinical psychology; three years of experience as a licensed clinical psychologist and active clinical license; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
Active Commonwealth of Virginia clinical psychologist licensure required or license eligible as a clinical psychologist in the Commonwealth of Virginia required.
Adherence to basic ethics appropriate for a professional helping relationship and/or as required through state licensing associations.
Preferred experience includes training and experience in a crisis setting, working with high stress professions including first responders and human services professionals, and demonstrated initiative.

Pre-employment drug testing, FBI criminal background check, education/degree verification and license verification required.

We’re Looking for Ideal Candidates Who Have:

Ability to perform position duties independently and make sound clinical decisions and judgements.
Computer competency to include operating a personal computer, related software and other standard office equipment, including documenting services in an electronic health record.
Ability to communicate clearly, both orally and in writing.
Skills to build internal and external relationships.
Ability to work effectively with employees from a broad spectrum of professions and diverse backgrounds.

Chesterfield County offers an attractive benefits package, including 40 hours of PTO upon hire. Did you know that working for a local government provides credit towards the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)?

Real Talk

We’ll be honest – you will work hard in this job establishing relationships built on trust and professionalism. As this is a new program, the Behavioral Health Psychologist position will be an integral part of a dynamic team that currently consists of three licensed clinical social workers and is expected to grow quickly. The position requires someone motivated and dedicated to collaboratively build the program to best support employees in frequent high-stress situations. In this new position, you will have opportunities to learn about the professions you serve.

Supporting the mental health needs of public servants isn’t always easy, but if you are committed to making a difference in the lives of others who are dedicated to helping our community members, and are looking for a career rather than a job, we want you on our team!

Still Interested?

A Chesterfield County application is required and must be submitted online as soon as possible, as first review of applications will begin on February 3, 2025. Click the "apply" link above to complete and submit an application.

Your New Career… Making a Difference by Helping Those Who Help Those in Need

Shift

Monday - Friday; 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. This position requires availability after hours, weekends, holidays and/or on call. Telework opportunities may also be available based on business needs.

Work Location

Chesterfield County Employee Medical Center

Chesterfield County is an Equal Opportunity Employer Committed to Workforce Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion