BH/DS Clinician II-Family Stabilization Specialist

Job Posting End Date:

November 12, 2026

Department:

HUMAN SERVICES

Compensation Grade:

G26

Compensation Range & Starting Salary:

Pay Range: $60,174.40 - $93,766.40
Starting salary may be negotiable based on qualifications.

Job Exempt (If No, Position is eligible for overtime):

No

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Job Duties and Preferred Qualifications:

The City of Virginia Beach Department of Human Resources is seeking a talented Clinician II to work as a Family Stabilization Specialist at the Housing Resource Center. The candidate will utilize comprehensive assessments to identify strengths and risk factors to support employment services provided to Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) individuals participating in the Virginia Initiative for Education and Work (VIEW) program; screen, assess, and provide services for participants who have difficulty securing and maintaining employment.

Representative Duties:

• Collaborate with service providers to coordinate multidisciplinary team meetings to develop service plans for VIEW participants to encourage progress toward self-sufficiency.
• Operate within the mandates of VIEW policies to help participants overcome barriers, strengthen families and promote financial stability and career growth.
• Provide critical assistance in helping to remove barriers to individual’s VIEW participation, stabilizing them in employment and assisting in addressing their families’ needs.

Family Stabilization Supportive Services

• Apply proven service approaches and strategies that assist VIEW program participants to become more stabilized. Participate in the review and approval process of providing supportive services related to sustaining, maintaining or advancing in employment.
• Assist VIEW staff with the preparation and pre-review of a Needs Assessment and Tracking Form to ensure criteria is uniformly applied in accessing supportive services.
• Liaison for the Reaching Independence through Savings and Education (RISE) Match-Savings Program for Employed and Active TANF recipients.

Domestic Violence Services

• Domestic violence intervention and services in providing education, advocacy, case consultation, risk assessment, crisis intervention, and safety planning assistance.
• Promote Domestic Violence Awareness through articles, video and brochures, online resources and webinars; conduct domestic violence training.
• Monitor and provide fiscal oversight of the Domestic Violence Assistance Fund.

Prevention and Education

• Facilitate Domestic Violence educational workshops for program participants; Facilitate Domestic Violence educational in-services for Department of Human Services staff.
• Provide Healthy Relationship services to assist participants with identifying and building positive intimate relationships.
• Plan and participate in multi-disciplinary teams to support individuals as they prepare for and obtain employment.
• Liaison in facilitating referrals to the Virginia Department for Aging and Rehabilitative Services (DARS) and other community partners.

Schedule: Monday – Friday 8:00am – 5:00pm

And here's the exciting part - the selected candidate will qualify for a $4,000 hiring bonus! Hiring bonuses shall only be for new hires of original employment or reemployment as defined in Human Resources Policy No. 5.0.

• $1,000 will be awarded in the first paycheck.
• $1,250 will be awarded upon completion of the six (6) month interim performance evaluation with an overall rating of “Meets Expectations”.
• $1,750 will be awarded upon completion of the employee’s one (1) year probationary period and a performance evaluation with an overall rating of “Meets Expectations”.

Preferences:

• Bachelors in Psychology, Behavioral or Mental Health.
• Three (3) years experience in Human Services or at a Public Service Agency.
• Two (2) years experience working in an Employment Services/VIEW Program.
• Two (2) years experience in domestic violence services.
• Two (2) years Case Management experience.
• One (1) year group/workshop facilitation experience.
• Experience organizing and compiling data for reporting.
• Experience establishing and maintaining community partnerships.

The City offers a generous benefits package, which includes health, dental and life insurance, retirement and savings plans, maternity/paternity and parental leave, holidays and Paid Leave.

Please note this position is a State of Virginia Grant-funded position, with no established end date, that is subject to the approval of the TANF/VIEW Regional Consultant. The salary and benefits will be reviewed annually. Accordingly, the following information relates to this position. You will be required to sign a Condition of Employment letter upon hire.

1. The position is subject to the continuation of CIP, grant or Non-Profit Foundation funding.
2. Expiration of the grant or discontinuation of CIP or Non-Profit Foundation-funding for the position shall result in its elimination; at which time, you will be separated from employment. The City will provide as much advance notice as possible to you.
3. The City’s Reduction in Force Policy (6.11) does not apply to your employment.
4. All remaining policies, appropriate to your employment status, are extended to you with your compliance being mandatory. This is a state funded position that is subject to the approval of the TANF/VIEW Regional Consultant. The salary and benefits will be reviewed annually.

Location: Housing Resource Center 104B N Witchduck Rd., Ste. 316 VB, VA 23462.

Additional requirements:

•  DMV Transcript: Yes

•  CDL: No

•  Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse: No

•  CPS Check: Yes

•  Physical: No

•  Respirator: No

•  Psychological Screening: No

•  Polygraph: No

•  At Will: No

Minimum Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications: BEHAVIORAL HEALTH POSITIONS: Requires a four (4) year degree in a human services field (such as psychology, behavioral or mental health, special education, social work) and three (3) years’ experience in fields providing the required knowledge, skills, and abilities and associated with such positions as Mental Health Counselor, Special Education Teacher, or Social Worker OR any combination of education (above the high school level) and/or experience and training equivalent to seven (7) years in fields providing the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Must have a current and valid driver’s license.

Special Requirements: All employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies.

Skills:

Case Management, Customer Service, Report Writing

Working Conditions:

Per HR Policy 6.19, Americans with Disabilities, the City follows the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in all hiring and employment decisions. The City shall not discriminate on the basis of disability in its hiring and employment practices. The City shall make reasonable accommodations for the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant or employee with a disability upon request unless the accommodation would cause an undue hardship on the operation of the City’s business.

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VRS Contribution: All full-time employees are required to contribute 5% of annual salary toward their retirement account; in accordance with VRS retirement provisions. This will be handled through a pre-tax payroll deduction.

Drug Free Workplace: The City of Virginia Beach maintains a drug free workplace.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement: The City of Virginia Beach is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status as defined by applicable law.

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