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Assistant Director, Chesapeake Integrated Behavioral Healthcare (CIBH)
Position Information
Working Title of Vacant Position
Assistant Director, Chesapeake Integrated Behavioral Healthcare (CIBH)
Job Type
Full Time
Posting Type
Public
Number of Vacancies
1
Department
CHES INT BEHAV HEALTHC
Division
CIBH MENTAL HLTH SVC
Requisition Number
2026162
Number of hours worked per week
40
Work Schedule
Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm
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.
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
GE22
Pay Basis
Semi-Monthly
Advertised Salary
$93,760-$139,468; Starting salary commensurate with education and experience.
Job Description
Chesapeake Integrated Behavioral Healthcare is a mission-driven behavioral health organization dedicated to providing comprehensive, evidence-based mental health and substance misuse treatment. We serve diverse populations through outpatient services, community based programs and integrated care partnerships.
The Assistant Director of ClBH will oversee the development, implementation and administration of our Mental Health and Substance Use Services. This leadership role is responsible for ensuring compliance with clinical standards, supervising staff, project development, managing budgets, and fostering an environment focused on client recovery and well being.
Responsibilities Include:
The Assistant Director of ClBH will oversee the development, implementation and administration of our Mental Health and Substance Use Services. This leadership role is responsible for ensuring compliance with clinical standards, supervising staff, project development, managing budgets, and fostering an environment focused on client recovery and well being.
Responsibilities Include:
- Provide operational leadership of mental health and substance use treatment programs.
- Supervise clinical program supervisors (such as, but not limited to, Outpatient Services, Same Day Access, Psychiatric Services, and Crisis Continuum Programs (Emergency Services and the Crisis Receiving Center).
- Conduct regular performance evaluations. Ensure compliance with state, federal, and accreditation regulations.
- Monitor program performance and client outcomes; implement continuous improvement strategies.
- Manage program budgets, staffing, and resource allocation.
- Coordinate care across multidisciplinary teams and external partners.
- Develop and oversee training for staff in trauma-informed care, harm reduction, and other best practices.
- Performs other related duties as assigned
The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits.
Required Qualifications
Vocational/Educational Requirement: Requires a master’s degree in psychology, counseling, social work, public administration, or a closely related field.
Experience: In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards, this class requires a minimum four years of related, full-time equivalent experience.
Special Certifications and Licenses: Requires State of Virginia licensure as a Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and/or Professional Counselor (LPC), Qualified Developmental Disabilities Professional (QDDP), or Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP). Require a valid driver’s license and a driving record that is in compliance with City Driving Standards.
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.
Experience: In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards, this class requires a minimum four years of related, full-time equivalent experience.
Special Certifications and Licenses: Requires State of Virginia licensure as a Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and/or Professional Counselor (LPC), Qualified Developmental Disabilities Professional (QDDP), or Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP). Require a valid driver’s license and a driving record that is in compliance with City Driving Standards.
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
Background in Trauma-Informed Care.
Experience working in a Community Services Board.
Working Knowledge of various treatment modalities and evidence-based practices.
Experience working in a Community Services Board.
Working Knowledge of various treatment modalities and evidence-based practices.
Posting Detail Information
Job Open Date
04/02/2026
Job Close Date
04/16/2026
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 224 Great Bridge Blvd, 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.
This position is located at 224 Great Bridge Blvd, 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.
ADA Checklist
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
Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Sitting
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Walking
Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
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
Exerting up to 10 lbs
Reaching
N = Never
Handling
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Fine Dexterity
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Kneeling
N = Never
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
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Foot Controls
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids Used
General office equipment: tablet, laptop, phone, city vehicles
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
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
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Emergency Situations
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Frequent Change of Tasks
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously
Continuously- 2/3 or more 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)
The Assistant Director, CIBH works independently but the Deputy Director can assist.
Professional References
Professional References
Please provide contact information for professional references.
Minimum Requests
0
Maximum Requests
4
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