Field Case Manager

City of Chesapeake VA

Chesapeake, VA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
SKILLS
Behavioral Health, CPR Certification, Case Management, Community Programs, Community and Social Services, Discharge Plans, Driver's License, Early Intervention, Electricity, Explosives, First Aid, Forensic Science, Health Department, Infectious Diseases, Machine Tool, Maintain Compliance, Medication Administration, Multitasking, Operational Support, Plan Meetings, Psychology, Social Work, Substance Abuse, Team Player, Transitional Care
LOCATION
Chesapeake, VA
POSTED
30+ days ago

Position Details

Position Information

Working Title of Vacant Position Field Case Manager Job Type Full Time Posting Type Public Number of Vacancies 1 Department CHES INT BEHAV HEALTHC Division CIBH MENTAL HLTH SVC Requisition Number 2026175 Number of hours worked per week 40 Work Schedule

Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm

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.

Work Site Location Chesapeake, VA Position Driving Requirement O - Occasional Pay Grade GE11 Pay Basis Semi-Monthly Advertised Salary

Starting Salary: $54,492 +

  • Actual starting salary commensurate with education and experience.

Job Description

Chesapeake Integrated Behavioral Healthcare (CIBH) is seeking a highly motivated clinician to serve as a Forensics Discharge Planner. The exceptional candidate will have passion for our community and want to make a difference in the lives of our citizens!

Typical responsibilities for the clinician will include collaboration with Chesapeake Juvenile Services, local providers, community agencies and program participants to provide ongoing support to eliminate fragmentation, duplication , or gaps in care and treatment.

The clinician will also perform a behavioral health consultation, screening, short term targeted interventions, and case management functions dedicated to transitional care and a seamless re-entry into treatment services in the community.

Other related tasks for the clinician will include:

  • Interviews consumers, collect and completes required documentation, and determines eligibility for referrals
  • Regularly meet with assigned SMI consumers to coordinate, conduct assessments and conduct discharge planning.
  • Attend monthly meetings with partners to report on administrative and programmatic updates.
  • The clinician will serve as an advocate on behalf of the consumers by making appropriate referrals to other social services, education and health agencies as needed.
  • Coordinate the release of information to the choice of provider the juvenile has selected for services and assist in transitioning care, participate in treatment planning meetings with CJS staff for juveniles that are Chesapeake residents receiving treatment at CIBH
  • Provide overall service coordination, referral, linkage and advocacy to consumers with varying needs
  • Assist with setting up appointments and link consumers with entitlements when needed
  • Performs other related duties as assigned

The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits. Please browse our Benefits Brochure, for a full list of benefits and employee perks.

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Required Qualifications

Vocational/Educational Requirement: Requires a bachelor's degree in social work, counseling, psychology, or a closely related field or other degree as approved by the Virginia Department of Health Professions. A master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, or Rehabilitation is required for some assigned programs.

Experience: In addition to satisfying the vocational/educational standard, this class requires a minimum of two years of related, full-time equivalent experience.

Special Certifications and Licenses: Requires a valid driver's license and a driving record that is in compliance with City Driving Standards.

Requires a Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) or Qualified Intellectual Disability Professional (QIDP) certification and highest Part C standards within 6 months of hire; CPR, First Aid and medication administration certifications within 3 months of hire, Certified Substance Abuse Counselor (CSAC) certification upon hire, Case Management Modules and Intellectual Disabilities Workbook completed within thirty days of hire, Part C Early Intervention Certification within six months of hire, and/or Pre-Screening Certification within 6 weeks of hire (12 weeks for part-time staff).

Special Requirements: 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. Emergency operations support work and work locations may be outside of normal job duties.

Preferred Qualifications

Posting Detail Information

Job Open Date 05/18/2026 Job Close Date 06/01/2026 Open Continuous No Special Instructions to Applicants

Please specify whether employment was Part Time or Full Time for each job listed on your application and resume.

This position is located at both Albemarle Drive & Great Bridge Blvd in Chesapeake, VA.

Medical Marijuana:

In accordance with City policy, this position is deemed safety-sensitive. As such, applicants for this position are subject to pre-employment drug/alcohol testing after receiving a conditional offer of employment and may also be subject to random testing. This drug test includes testing for marijuana. Possession of a medical marijuana card will not excuse an applicant from the testing process; however, a test will not be considered positive for marijuana if a valid medical marijuana certification is presented unless the position requires a commercial driver's license (CDL) or is a sworn law-enforcement officer/deputy.

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Overall Physical Strength Demands

Overall Physical Strength Demands S=Sedentary - Exerting up to 10 lbs. occasionally or small weights frequently; sitting most of the time.

Physical Demands

C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never- Never occurs.

Standing Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Sitting Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Walking Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Lifting Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Lifting Amount Exerting up to 10 lbs Carrying Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Carrying Weight Exerting up to 10 lbs Pushing/Pulling N = Never Pushing/Pulling Weight N/A Reaching Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Handling Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Fine Dexterity Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Kneeling Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Crouching Never- Never occurs. Crawling Never- Never occurs. Bending Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Twisting Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Climbing Never- Never occurs. Balancing Never- Never occurs. Vision Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Hearing Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Talking Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Foot Controls Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids Used

Office equipment: laptop, copier, fax, phone, operation of city vehicle

Protective Equipment Required

None required

Health and Safety

D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never

Mechanical Hazards N = Never Chemical Hazards N = Never Electrical Hazards N = Never Fire Hazards N = Never Explosives N = Never Communicable Diseases S = Seasonally Physical Danger or Abuse S = Seasonally Other If Other, Description

Environmental Factors

D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never

Dirt and Dust N = Never Extreme Temperatures N = Never Noise and Vibration N = Never Fumes and Odors N = Never Wetness/Humidity N = Never Darkness or Poor Lighting N = Never Primary Work Location Office Environment, Other - Juvenile facility

Non-Physical Demands

C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never- Never occurs.

Time Pressures Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Emergency Situations Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Frequent Change of Tasks Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Tedious or Exacting Work Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Noisy/Distracting Environment Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Other If Other, Description Can anyone assist the employee in performing the primary tasks assigned to this position? If yes, identify the eligible task(s)

Supervisor provides guidance

Professional References

Professional References

Please provide contact information for professional references.

Minimum Requests 0 Maximum Requests 4

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

    • Do you possess a valid driver's license and a driving record that is in compliance with the City's Driving Standards? Please review position requirements for details.
  • Yes

  • No

    • Do you have a QMHP certification or Higher? Please list your certification credentials below.

(Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

  • Resume

Optional Documents

  • Transcripts

About the Company

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City of Chesapeake VA