Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) Facility:
Norfolk City Jail Address:
Norfolk, VA

Norfolk City Jail is seeking a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) to provide counseling, crisis intervention, and psychosocial support to incarcerated individuals across a wide range of ages and needs. The LCSW will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to develop and implement individualized plans of care, address emotional and behavioral concerns, and support patient stabilization within a correctional environment.

This role requires strong clinical judgment, the ability to manage a diverse caseload, and comfort working in a secure facility. The LCSW will see approximately 10–15 patients per day.

• Provide counseling, crisis intervention, and psychosocial support
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized plans of care
• Conduct assessments and document findings in accordance with facility standards
• Support patients experiencing emotional, behavioral, or social challenges
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation
• Uphold safety, security, and confidentiality standards within a correctional setting
• Participate in care planning, case reviews, and interdisciplinary communication
• Adhere to all facility, state, and federal regulations
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Shift: Day Shift

Hours:

8:00 AM – 4:30 PM, Monday–Friday Caseload: 10–15 patients per day

• Master’s degree in Social Work from a CSWE-accredited program
• Active LCSW license in the state of practice
• Minimum one year of social work experience preferred
• Current CPR (if applicable)
• TB questionnaire, PPD, or chest X-ray (as required)
• Current health certificate (per state/contract regulations)
• Must meet all federal, state, and local employment requirements
• Strong communication skills;
  English proficiency required
• Must be at least 18 years of age

Local LCSW Local Pay: $42 Estimated Weekly Pay: $1,680

Travel LCSW Hourly Pay: $25 Meals: $400 Housing: $700 Estimated Weekly Pay: $2,100

Norfolk City Jail provides mental health and social services to incarcerated individuals requiring emotional, behavioral, and psychosocial support. The LCSW will work within a structured correctional environment and collaborate with:

• Medical staff
• Mental health providers
• Custody and security personnel
• Case management teams

This assignment offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on a vulnerable population while working a consistent Monday–Friday schedule with no weekends. With a manageable caseload, supportive leadership, and a structured correctional environment, this role is ideal for LCSWs seeking a stable and rewarding short-term contract.

At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

• Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) savings plan
• Awards and recognition programs

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.