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Field Case Manager
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.
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:
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.
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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.
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.
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.
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
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
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