All schools in Upshur County will close at 1 p.m. today. All B-UHS sporting events today are canceled.

Job Alert! Upshur County seeking Licensed Clinical Therapist

BUCKHANNON – On behalf of the Community Corrections Board for the 26th Judicial Circuit Community Corrections program, the Upshur County Commission is accepting applications for one full-time Licensed Clinical Therapist.

Preferred licensure: LICSW, LPC, Licensed Psychologist, or Licensed Supervised Psychologist; Other licensure considered: LCSW, LGSW, or Provisionally Licensed Counselor (with established supervision).

The applicant must have experience in providing therapy services to those with substance use disorders and training and experience in trauma-focused therapy. Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP) and/or TF-CBT Certification is preferred. The office locations will be in Upshur and Lewis Counties. Rate of pay will be based on experience.

Under the direction of the Program Director, the candidate will perform with limited supervision: provide individual and group counseling, complete assessments, provide referrals, documenting case notes and preparing treatment plans, schedule appointments, provide court testimony as needed, and other duties as required. Candidates will be subject to a criminal background and driving history check. Valid West Virginia driver’s license is mandatory.

Individuals may obtain an application during normal business hours of 8 am until 4 pm., Monday through Friday at the following locations:

  • Office of the Upshur County Commission, 91 W. Main Street, Suite 101 Buckhannon
  • Upshur County Day Report Center, 85 West Main Street, Buckhannon
  • Lewis County Day Report Center, 230 East 1st Street, Weston

Applications received by 4 p.m. on Friday, January 5, 2024 will be reviewed; however, applications may be considered until position is filled. Please do not make phone inquiries about this position.

Employment with Upshur County is available to all qualified applicants without regard to actual or perceived race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age or handicap. Upshur County has established a drug free and tobacco free work environment.

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