CS Therapist II - Bilingual (CBHP)

CS Therapist II - Bilingual (CBHP)

Salary

$76,069.50 - $133,282.50 Annually

Location

Prince William County, VA

Job Type

Full-Time (FT)

Job Number

202610864

Department

COMMUNITY SERVICES

Division

Adult Behavioral Health & Recovery Services

Opening Date

10/05/2026

Closing Date

10/19/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

GRADE

C43

Hiring Salary

$76,069.50 - $104,676.00

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Introduction

If you are interested in providing meaningful evidence-based treatment services to those in our Spanish speaking community with substance use and co-occurring disorders and serious mental illness, this is the role for you! Join the Clinical Behavioral Health Program (CBHP) team at Prince William County Community Services for a role that offers rewarding work and great benefits! If you are committed to providing great services in a flexible, fast-paced, and dynamic work environment, we want to hear from you.

This position qualifies for a $5,000 hiring bonus. This bonus will be paid in two equal installments. The first installment of $2,500 will be paid after you have completed 90 days of employment. The final $2,500 installment will be disbursed upon successful completion of the probationary period.

About This Role: The role of Bilingual Therapist II (Clinical Services Caseworker) is central to the treatment work within the CBHP team. The Therapist II delivers evidence-based interventions in case management, group and individual settings to address a broad range of challenges, including substance use histories, serious mental illness, and the impacts of trauma, poverty, and social stressors. As a Therapist II, you will carry a caseload of 30-40 clients who deserve excellent treatment services. The Therapist II collaborates on behalf of the client with community partners, law enforcement agencies, medical providers, and social service agencies to support improved outcomes. The successful candidate will have access to complimentary onsite licensure supervision, professional development opportunities, enthusiastic colleagues, and a full benefits package. The incumbent will be assigned a caseload of Spanish and English-language dominant individuals. You will need to communicate as needed with supervisors and participate in weekly supervision meetings as well as team and staff meetings.

Minimum Requirements:

• Masters Degree in social work, counseling, or a related behavioral science field.
• 1 year of related experience providing services to seriously mentally ill adults and those with substance use and co-occurring disorders. (9 months of supervised experience can be counted as 1 year of experience)
• Currently possess an LPC or LCSW in the Commonwealth of Virginia, or able to obtain an LPC or LCSW in the Commonwealth of Virginia within 4 years of hire.
• Bilingual - ability to read, write, and speak fluent English and Spanish.

Preferences:

• Experience providing evidence-based individual/group therapy services in a human services environment to substance-using and co-occurring clients in the pre-contemplative and contemplative stages of change.
• Experience using DSM 5 for assessment and diagnosis of conditions requiring treatment.
• Experience developing individualized treatment plans based on a client's presenting needs and preferences.
• Experience managing crisis situations.
• Experience connecting clients to resources in the community.
• Experience with recovery in a harm-reduction model, motivational interviewing, and stages of change theory.
• Experience keeping excellent clinical documentation in an electronic health record.

Special Requirements:

• Must possess a valid drivers license without any restrictions
• Must pass DMV record check
• Must pass TB test
• Must pass and maintain first aid and CPR certification
• Offer of employment is contingent upon the candidate passing a fingerprint based National Criminal History Record Check
• Child Protective Services Requirements: Effective 1999, mandated by the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services 12VA35-105-400 rules and Regulations for Licensing Providers by the Department of Behavioral Health and Development Services related to Criminal Registry Checks, a search of the registry of founded complaints of child abuse and neglected maintained by the Department of Social Services.

Prince William County Community Services maintains a drug free workplace.

Work Schedule: FLSA Exempt, Hours are generally Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. with some flexibility.

Starting Salary Range: $76,069.50 - $104,676.00

We also offer great benefits, including:

• 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. Click here for PSLF additional information.

NOTE: The above position description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department. To view the class description in its entirety, click here

Prince William County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

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Prince William County Government offers medical plans with corresponding pharmacy and basic vision coverage, as well as dental plans and a separate vision plan.

Full-time and part-time Prince William County Government employees are eligible to participate in our plans; however, the level and cost of benefits depends on the classification of the position.

The following positions do not accrue leave and are not eligible for holidays or other fringe benefits:

• Temporary
• Provisional
• Seasonal employees

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01

I understand that information provided on my application is used to determine my qualifications. Information on my resume will not substitute for the education, work experience and required fields on the County application. Only information provided at the time of the application submission will be considered when determining my qualifications. Only responses to Supplemental Questions that can be verified in my submitted education and work experience will be credited.

• I have read, understand, and acknowledge the above statement
• I decline to proceed any further in this process

02

Please select the option that reflects your highest level of completed education.

• PHD in psychology, social work, counseling, or a related behavioral science field
• PHD in an unrelated field
• Masters Degree in social work, counseling, or a related behavioral science field
• Masters Degree in an unrelated field
• Bachelors Degree in social work, counseling, or a related behavioral science field
• Bachelor's Degree in an unrelated field
• None of the above

03

Quantify your experience providing services to substance-using individuals, seriously mentally ill adults, and those with co-occurring disorders. Please be sure to document your experience clearly in the work history of your application.

• 5 years or more
• 4 years
• 3 years
• 2 years
• 1 year
• 9-month internship
• Less than 1 year

04

Which of the following licenses/certifications to practice in the Commonwealth of Virginia do you currently hold?

• Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
• Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
• Qualified Mental Health Professional and/or a Certified Substance Abuse Counselor
• Will be able to obtain a Virginia license as an LCSW or LPC within 4 years of the hire date
• None of the above

05

If you are currently not licensed, please indicate what is needed for you to attain licensure in the Commonwealth of Virginia.

• Supervised Experience
• Additional course work
• Other
• None of the above

06

If you answered "Other" in the previous question, please indicate what is needed for you to attain licensure in the Commonwealth of Virginia.

07

Are you fluent in English and Spanish, and able to read and write fluently in English and Spanish?

• Yes
• No

08

Please describe your experience providing services to seriously mentally ill and/or substance use disorder adults and those with co-occurring disorders. If you do not have this type of experience, please indicate N/A.

09

Is your experience working with seriously mentally ill, substance use and/or co-occurring disorder adults in an outpatient setting?

• Yes
• No

10

Do you have experience providing evidence-based individual/group therapy in a human services environment?

• Yes
• No

11

Do you have experience using DSM 5 for assessments and diagnosis of conditions requiring treatment?

• Yes
• No

12

Do you have experience developing individualized treatment plans based on a client's presenting needs and preferences?

• Yes
• No

13

Do you have experience providing crisis intervention in an outpatient setting?

• Yes
• No

14

Please indicate if you have experience collaborating with any of the following:

• Family Members
• Probation Officers
• Attorneys
• Physicians
• Hospitals
• None of the above

15

Briefly describe your understanding of harm reduction motivational interviewing, and stages of change theory.

16

Do you have experience with electronic health record systems?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer Prince William County Government

Address 1 County Complex Court

Prince William County, Virginia, 22192

Website https://www.pwcva.gov/department/human-resources/careers