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Would you like to provide educational instruction to Virginia’s disadvantaged youth in a trauma informed private fully licensed and accredited day school environment? 

Jackson-Feild Behavioral Health Services, a private rural trauma informed psychiatric residential treatment facility for adolescents, seeks full-time Virginia licensed Special Education Teacher with endorsements in General Education Curriculum K-12, Emotional Disturbance K-12 and/or Learning Disability K-12 to provide instruction in a small classroom setting.  Qualified candidates must possess the analytical and observational skills to make decisions which safeguard the health, safety, and educational plans of students in care.

Jackson-Feild Behavioral Health Services is an equal opportunity employer and drug free work place.  Position open until filled.

Compensation based upon qualifications including education and experience.

Salary Range $50,000 to $64,000

Jackson-Feild Behavioral Health Services, a trauma-informed psychiatric residential treatment Facility located in Jarratt, Virginia, seeks positive role models to work directly with children and young adults ages 11 to 21.   The Life Skills Coach is responsible for role-modeling healthy behavior and teaching life skills while implementing trauma-informed treatment practices.  This is a full-time position.

Qualified applicants must possess the availability to work weekends, evenings, and holidays.  Flexibility is a must.  A Bachelor’s degree in Psychology or other Human Services field is preferred, a High School Diploma/GED is required. 

Applicants with experience working with populations with mental health issues are encouraged to apply.

Compensation package includes 401(k) retirement plan, Health Savings Account, and employer sponsored health, dental, vision & life insurance.  JFBHS pays employees $630.00/month towards their company sponsored Health, Dental, Vision, & Life Insurance.  JFBHS also provides a Matching Contribution to employees’ 401(k) Retirement Plan Accounts.  JFBHS is a Drug Free Workplace.  Successful applicants must pass a pre-employment drug screen and criminal background screening.  EOE.  Positions open until filled.

Salary Range: $17.00/hr. to $19.00/hr. depending upon qualifications which includes education and experience.  $1.00/hr. Shift Differential is paid for week-day evening shift.  $1.50/hr. Shift Differential is paid for first and second shifts on Saturday and Sunday.  JFBHS also pays time and a half overtime for any hours worked over forty in a work week.

A $1,000.00 Retention Bonus is paid after 12 months of full-time employment.

JFBHS seeks Special Education Coordinator to complete IEPs, provide oversight of the special education program, and provide support and guidance to the Middle School program. The Special Education Coordinator ensures that the Special Education and middle school programs comply with the Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) regulations, the Virginia Standards of Learning (SOL) and the Virginia Association of  Independent Specialized Education Facilities’ Accreditation standards.  This position supports effective instructional planning, differentiation, and the implementation of evidence-based practices for diverse learners.  The Special Education Coordinator ensures that all Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) for students are compliant with federal and state regulations, including the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), and VDOE guidelines.  This position coordinates and participates in IEP meetings, collaborates with Local Education Agencies (LEAs), and ensures that required accommodations, goals, modifications, and services are implemented effectively to  support student success.

Qualifications:

A Masters Degree in Special Education is highly preferred.  Masters Degree in Guidance and other education specializations will be considered.  Certification from  the Virginia State Board of Education -Special Education Endorsement is required.  Three years’ Special Education Administration experience preferred. Three years’ Special Education Teaching experience may be substituted for the administrative experience requirement.  Previous experience writing IEPs required.  A working knowledge of educational testing protocol and procedures is required. A  working knowledge of VDOE, VDSS, and VDBHDS regulations required.  Working knowledge of COA and VAISEF accreditation standards required. Knowledge of best practices related to educational testing, IEP development, the evaluation of educational testing results, and best practice SPED approaches including curricula development, instructional techniques and assessment.

Salary Range:  $50,000 to $64,000 depending upon experience and credentials.

(In-Patient)

Job Posting #: 2026-11

Jackson-Feild Behavioral Health Services, a trauma-informed psychiatric residential treatment facility for adolescent girls and boys located 15 minutes north of Emporia, Virginia seeks licensed clinician (LCSW or LPC) to provide therapy and case management services on an inpatient basis.  This positions requires a Master’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology or related field.  Population served includes adolescent girls and boys with complex developmental trauma, co-occurring mental illness, and substance abuse issues.  Position provides individual, group, and family therapy within a psychiatric residential setting.  Virginia license, two years’ formal experience counseling adolescents, and residential experience are required. 

Competitive pay & benefits including employer sponsored Health, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance, Health Savings Account, and employer matching 401(k) retirement plan.  JFBHS is an equal opportunity employer and drug free work place.  Post offer criminal background and drug screenings required.  Position open until filled.

Compensation based upon qualifications including education and experience.

Salary Range $60,000 to $80,000

Job Posting #:  2026-12

If you are interested in making a positive impact on the lives of Virginia’s youth, then we want you to become part of our Team! Jackson-Feild Behavioral Health Services, a private rural residential special education facility for teen girls and boys has an immediate opening for a licensed Secondary English Teacher to teach grades 9-12 English literature, grammar, and composition.  Qualified candidates must possess the ability to work effectively with ED, LD, and students in a regular tract.

Competitive pay & benefits including employer sponsored Health, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance and employer matching 401(k) retirement plan.  JFBHS is an equal opportunity employer and drug free work place.  Post offer criminal background and drug screenings required.  Position open until filled.

Compensation based upon qualifications including education and experience.

Salary Range $48,000 to $62,000

Job Posting #: 2025-1

Jackson-Feild Behavioral Health Services, a trauma-informed psychiatric residential treatment Facility located in Jarratt, Virginia, seeks positive role models to work directly with children and young adults ages 11 to 21.   The Residential Counselor is responsible for role-modeling healthy behavior and teaching life skills while implementing trauma-informed treatment practices.  This is a full-time position. 

Qualified applicants must possess the availability to work weekends, evenings, and holidays.  Flexibility is a must.  A Bachelor’s degree in Psychology or other Human Services field is preferred, a High School Diploma/GED is required.  Starting pay ranges from $16.00/hr. to $17.50/hr. depending upon experience and credentials.  $1.00/hr. Shift Differential is paid for week-day evening shift.  $1.50/hr. Shift Differential is paid for first and second shifts on Saturday and Sunday. JFBHS also pays time and a half overtime for any hours worked over forty in a workweek.  

A $1,000.00 Retention Bonus is paid after 12 months of full-time employment. 

Applicants with corrections or mental health experience are encouraged to apply.

Compensation package includes 401(k) retirement plan & employer sponsored health, dental, vision & life insurance.  JFBHS’ pays employees $525.00/month towards their Health, Dental, Vision, & Life Insurance.  JFBHS’ also provides a Matching Contribution to employees’ 401(k) Retirement Plan Accounts.  JFBHS is a Drug Free Workplace.  Successful applicants must pass a pre-employment drug screen and criminal background screening.  EOE.  Positions open until filled.