Behavioral Health Specialist II - Jail & Court Based Services

Job Announcement

This job opportunity is being re-announced. Applicants who wish to revise their original application are encouraged to reapply with a revised application. Otherwise, all applicants who previously applied do not need to reapply to be considered.

$2,500 Sign-On Bonus

This position supports the efforts of Diversion First on the Jail Based Team at the Fairfax County Adult Detention Center. You'll be a part of a team of diverse professionals helping individuals who have had contact with the criminal justice system transform their lives and achieve recovery. We strive to create a work environment that facilitates professional growth by broadening your skill base with extensive training and development, modeling best practices in employee relations, employee recognition programs, and advancement opportunities along with providing a highly competitive wage and benefits package. Since 1969, the Fairfax-Falls Church Community Services Board has served individuals of all ages who have mental illness, substance use disorders, serious emotional and / or developmental disabilities. Our vision, aligned with the goals of One Fairfax, is that everyone in our community has the support needed to live a healthy, fulfilling life. Fairfax County is a dynamic and diverse community spanning over 400 square miles. With over 1.2 million residents, Fairfax County is the most populous jurisdiction in Virginia. Operating as part of Fairfax County government's human services system the CSB provides a wide array of services offering opportunities for career growth and advancement.

More information about CSB Services may be found at Fairfax-Falls Church Community Services Board | Community Services Board (fairfaxcounty.gov)

Position is in the following area :

• Adult Detention Center

This position is a clinician on a multidisciplinary team, where co-workers are therapist / case managers, medical staff, peer support specialists and criminal justice system partners. Serving as a primary therapist / case manager, provides a wide range of professional treatment services to diagnostically, culturally, and socio-economically diverse client populations with serious mental illness, substance use, emotional and co-occurring disorders as well as developmental disabilities.

Some of the duties of the Behavioral Health Specialist II include behavioral health assessment, direct substance abuse and / or co-occurring mental health services, case management, education, supportive counseling, groups, crisis intervention and stabilization for persons incarcerated within the Adult Detention Center.

Work hours include weekend and evening hours, as well as some holidays. Position is a 100% onsite position at the Fairfax Adult Detention Center.

This position is eligible for an additional annual environmental bonus of $5,408 for full-time positions.

Here are some of the benefits CSB employees enjoy :

Fairfax County is home to a highly diverse population, with a significant number of residents speaking languages other than English at home (including Spanish, Asian / Pacific Islander, Indo-European, and many others.) We encourage candidates who are bilingual in English and another language to apply for this opportunity.

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Illustrative Duties

(The illustrative duties listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list. A complete list of position duties and unique physical requirements can be found in the position job description.)

Testifies in court to regarding client's services, progress and recommendations as required.

Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities

(The knowledge, skills and abilities listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list.)

Ability to maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, public and private

Ability to maintain records and prepare reports.

Employment Standards

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

OR a master's degree in psychology, social work, nursing, counseling, or a related field plus 500 hours of clinical experience.

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED :

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS :

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :

Licensed Clinical Social Worker,

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :

The Adult Detention Center (ADC) is not barrier free. Ability to transverse significant distances within multiple buildings; climb stairs and respond to physical requirements necessary to comply with security and safety regulations. Ability to attend offsite meetings and trainings. Communicate effectively orally and in writing and ability to observe, process and document information. Ability to use keyboard driven equipment to access, input, and retrieve computer data. All duties performed with or without reasonable accommodations.

SELECTION PROCEDURE :

Panel interview and may include a practical exercise.

Fairfax County Government prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce.

Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and / or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. TTY 703-222-7314. DHREmployment@fairfaxcounty.gov EEO / AA / TTY.

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