Western State Hospital

01/09/2026

Provide expert nutritional care, develop individualized meal plans, and support the health and recovery of our patients. Your experience and skills will make a real difference every day in a collaborative and supportive environment.

If you are ready to bring your expertise to a team that values your contributions and impact, apply today.

Location: Staunton, VA

💼 What We Offer:

✅ Sign-On Bonus up to $5,000 for new state service employees (with 1-year agreement)
✅ Competitive Salary: Starting pay $63,000 (commensurate with experience)
✅ *An additional $7,500 will be added to the base pay for candidates who are Registered Dieticians*
✅ Paid time off, personal time, sick time, maternity/paternal leave
✅ Comprehensive benefits package

🔗 https://www.jobs.virginia.gov/jobs/search?page=1&query=western+state+hospital

01/07/2026

Western State Hospital is seeking a Chief Medical Officer to lead our medical team and shape the patient care experience. In this role, you will guide policy, ensure regulatory compliance, and foster a collaborative, recovery-focused environment that supports both patients and staff.

This is your opportunity to have a meaningful impact on clinical operations while mentoring a team of dedicated professionals.

Location: Staunton, VA

💼 What We Offer:

✅ Sign-On Bonus up to $15,000 for new state service employees (with 1-year agreement)
✅ Eligible for Retention Bonus up to $10,000 upon first anniversary (with 1-year agreement)
✅ Relocation Reimbursement up to $5,000
✅ Competitive Salary: Starting pay $315,000 (commensurate with experience)
✅ Monday–Friday | 40 hrs./week (includes 4 hrs. admin time)
✅ Paid time off & professional growth opportunities
✅ Comprehensive benefits package

If you are ready to take on a leadership role where your decisions make a real difference, apply today.

🔗 https://www.jobs.virginia.gov/jobs/search?page=1&query=western+state+hospital

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01/05/2026

We are seeking a full-time Psychiatrist to provide expert care, lead treatment planning, and collaborate with a dedicated team of professionals. In this role, you will work with patients to support recovery, implement evidence-based treatment, and guide clinical decision-making across the unit.

Location: Staunton, VA

💼 What We Offer:

✅ Sign-On Bonus up to $15,000 for new state service employees (with 1-year agreement)
✅ Eligible for Retention Bonus up to $10,000 upon first anniversary (with 1-year agreement)
✅ Relocation Reimbursement up to $5,000
✅ Competitive Salary: Starting pay $315,000 (commensurate with experience)
✅ Monday–Friday | 40 hrs./week (includes 4 hrs. admin time)
✅ Paid time off & professional growth opportunities
✅ Comprehensive benefits package

If you are ready to take your expertise to the next level and make a meaningful impact every day, apply now: 🔗 https://www.jobs.virginia.gov/jobs/search?page=1&query=western+state+hospital

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01/01/2026

Happy New Year! May 2026 be a year of health, hope, and meaningful achievements. Here’s to new opportunities, growth, and shared success in the year ahead.

12/29/2025

🎵Oh, the weather outside is frightful ❄️, but a warm COAT 🧥 is so delightful, and since you don’t need that coat, let it go, let it go,
LET IT GO 🎵

Can you imagine, for a minute, how it would feel not to have a coat?!?! ❄️

Volunteer Services at Western State Hospital is LOW on coats, and we would like to provide the patients with coats, especially when they leave, to help them get started in the right direction. Do you have a coat(s) to donate?

Please feel free to place your donations in the donation basket in front of the hospital!

12/29/2025

Join a team that values calm leadership, patient care, and steady commitment. At Western State Hospital, every role plays a part in creating a safe and supportive environment for those in need. If you are looking for purposeful work, structured growth, and a team that stands together, this is your next step.

Apply today and move forward in your career.
🔗 https://www.jobs.virginia.gov/jobs/search?page=1&query=western+state+hospital

12/25/2025

Wishing you a joyful holiday season filled with warmth, peace, and happiness.

May this Christmas bring comfort to your heart and moments of togetherness with family and friends.

12/19/2025

Western State Hospital is hiring a Trades Tech IV Supervisor to lead electrical and maintenance operations across our facility. This role provides oversight to journeyman staff, supports daily maintenance needs, and ensures safe, reliable building systems for both WSH and the Commonwealth Center for Children and Adolescents.

If you have master-level electrical experience, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to safe facility operations, we invite you to apply.
🔗 https://www.jobs.virginia.gov/jobs/search?page=1&query=western+state+hospital

12/17/2025

Join Western State Hospital as a Family Nurse Practitioner and make a real impact on patient care. Deliver assessments, coordinate treatment, and support continuity across patient needs.

Benefits include:
✅ Competitive salary
✅ Retirement with cash match
✅ Health, vision, and dental insurance
✅ Paid time off and family/personal leave

Apply today and advance your career while supporting others.
🔗 https://www.jobs.virginia.gov/jobs/search?page=1&query=western+state+hospital

12/15/2025

Western State Hospital is looking for a dedicated Food Service Manager to lead our meal operations and support the health and well-being of patients and staff. In this role, you will oversee daily food service activities, supervise and mentor staff, ensure compliance with nutrition and safety standards, and maintain smooth and efficient operations across the facility.

This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact every day while working in a supportive, team-oriented environment. You will play a key role in creating a safe, organized, and welcoming setting for both patients and staff.

Apply today:
🔗 https://www.jobs.virginia.gov/jobs/search?page=1&query=western+state+hospital

12/12/2025

Join Western State Hospital and provide direct patient care in a safe, therapeutic environment. As a PCT, you will assist with daily living activities, monitor vital signs, support behavioral interventions, and help patients on their path to recovery.

What We Offer:
✅ Competitive starting pay
✅ Shift and weekend differentials
✅ Career advancement opportunities and professional skills incentives
✅ Flexible scheduling and paid training
✅ Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, retirement plans, paid time off, and life insurance
✅ Tuition reimbursement and state employee discounts

Full-time positions are available for 1st and 2nd shifts. Work every other weekend with holidays and overtime as needed.

Apply today and be part of a team that makes a difference every day.
🔗 https://www.jobs.virginia.gov/jobs/search?page=1&query=western+state+hospital