Behavioral Health Specialist II - Jail & Court Based Services

Behavioral Health Specialist II - Jail & Court Based Services

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Behavioral Health Specialist II - Jail & Court Based Services

Salary

$70,711.26 - $117,851.76 Annually

Location

ALEXANDRIA (KP10), VA

Job Type

FT Salary W BN

Job Number

24-02291

Department

Community Services Board

Opening Date

09/21/2024

Closing Date

10/4/2024 11:59 PM Eastern

Pay Grade

S25

Posting Type

Open to General Public

Description

Benefits

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Job Announcement

Work as part of the Fairfax Falls-Church Community Services Board’s Diversion Engagement Team. This team supports individuals designated as high utilizers of Emergency Services, Wellness Circle, the Adult Detention Center, and Fairfax County Court Services by providing engagement and monitoring services to both encourage and support people connect to ongoing mental health and substance use treatment in order to avoid repetitive hospitalization and/or incarceration. This team supports the efforts of Diversion First and works collaboratively with emergency services, hospital discharge planners, other CSB teams, and client’s natural support systems. Clinical services provided include outreach and engagement, case coordination, and risk assessment and crisis intervention.

Diversion Engagement is a community-based program and work will take place in hospitals, crisis stabilization programs, CSB Emergency Services, Fairfax County Judicial Complex, and other community-based settings.

Here are some of additional benefits CSB employees enjoy:

*This position includes a sign-on bonus of $2,500 for new merit county employees.

The population of Fairfax County is very diverse where 38.7% of residents speak a language other than English at home (Spanish, Asian/Pacific Islander, Indo-European, and others (https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/demographics/fairfax-county-general-overview) ) and CSB recognizes that staff competence speaking a variety of languages is necessary to meet client needs. We encourage candidate’s bilingual in English and a foreign language to apply. A foreign language skills stipend of up to $1,300/year (full-time) may be given for qualified bi-lingual employees.

The CSB provides clinical supervision for employees who are registered as licensed eligible mental health in one of the following areas: Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Substance Abuse Treatment Practitioner or Clinical Nurse Specialist.

Note: Service provisions are based on client and program need. Some positions offer services via telehealth for non-acute services. Other positions offer limited opportunities for telework. Teleworking options may vary by position.

To learn more about careers that make a difference, watch our video "CSB Celebrates 50th Anniversary of Providing Care."

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.)

Makes behavioral health diagnoses using Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, International Classification of Diseases or other diagnostic tools as required;

Maintains a diverse caseload of clients with a variety of substance use, developmental disabilities and/or mental illnesses;

Develops client and/or family centered therapeutic treatment plans, with consideration given to the nature and severity of the behavioral health problem, family, cultural and employment related circumstances, legal involvement, individual and family histories, physical condition, and other pertinent factors;

Implements therapeutic treatment plan under clinical supervision;

Conducts independent behavioral health intakes and assessments;

Provides individual, group, and/or family treatment under supervision;

Collaborates with service professionals inside and outside of the Community Services Board;

Adapts and modifies treatment interventions as indicated;

Provides case management, outreach and engagement services as needed;

Conducts wellness and health promotion services;

Maintains all electronic health records according to federal, state and department regulations, ensuring that records of clients on their caseload are complete, accurate and comprehensive;

Advocates on behalf of clients regarding rights and needed services;

Develops and maintains cooperative relationships with representatives of community groups and public and private agencies;

Assesses and monitors the impact of medication on client's functioning and consults with medical professionals as needed;

Administers medication as ordered by a physician in accordance with department regulations;

Provides crisis stabilization and crisis management with support and supervision as needed;

Provides ongoing risk assessments for dangerousness to self and others with support and supervision as needed;

Provides entry, navigation and/or referral services for individuals, families and other concerned persons;

Prepares and administers behavioral health educational curricula;

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.)

Knowledge of the principles, theories, and methods of behavioral health services and social development of the individual;

Knowledge of evidence based behavioral health treatment methods;

Knowledge of psychological, physiological and psychiatric terminology, theories and practices;

Knowledge of assessment processes, methods of gathering social history and interviewing techniques;

Knowledge of existing public and private agencies and community resources;

Ability to formulate diagnoses and appropriate treatment plan;

Ability to perform behavioral health and risk assessments and apply evidence based/informed treatment approaches/modalities;

Ability to manage a caseload;

Ability to establish rapport and maintain effective relationships with clients;

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

organizations, community groups, and the general public;

Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing;

Ability to maintain records and prepare reports.

Employment Standards

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work, nursing, counseling, or a related field, plus 1,500 hours of clinical experience;

OR a bachelor’s degree and a valid QMHP certification plus 1,500 hours of clinical experience;

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:

Valid motor vehicle driver's license with fewer than six demerit points (or the equivalent in another State) maintained throughout employment with CSB;

Qualified Mental Health Professional Adult (QMHP-A) (within 1 month of hire);

Qualified Mental Health Professional Children and Adolescent (QMHP-C) (within 1 month of hire).

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check, a Child Protective Services Registry check, a driving record check, and sanction screening to the satisfaction of the employer. A TB screening upon hire and annually thereafter.

This position is emergency/essential services personnel. (Required to report for duty during inclement weather and/or other emergencies.)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

At least one year of experience providing behavioral health services in community settings.

Experience with providing behavioral health services to individuals receiving treatment with Mental Health Disorders, Substance Use Disorders (SUD) and/or Co-occurring disorders (COD).

Experience with and ability to interpret and follow work processes and procedures; work well with other service agencies; and work well in a team environment.

Master's degree, or enrolment in a master’s program, in psychology, social work, counseling, or related fields.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to attend offsite meetings and trainings, and travel to numerous locations, including some travel within the Commonwealth of Virginia. Ability to communicate with others and make clinical observations. Ability to use keyboard driven equipment. 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. Contact 703-324-4900 for assistance. TTY 703-222-7314. DHREmployment@fairfaxcounty.gov. EEO/AA/TTY.

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