Job Announcement

An exciting opportunity exists to be part of a state of the art clinical treatment facility where integrated treatment in behavioral health care is on the cutting edge. Serves the most seriously mentally ill adults and individuals with SUD with a wide range of psychiatric disorders including co-occurring; may also include intellectual disability, and/or physical illnesses. Must be able to complete complex, comprehensive assessments specific to the needs of these populations. Ability to observe, process and document clinical information and make clinical interventions. Ability to access, input, and retrieve computer data to include use of the electronic health record. Timely electronic documentation that meets state, local, and federal performance contract expectations is essential. Functions independently on a multidisciplinary team, as primary case manager and/or therapist providing a comprehensive array of professional treatment services to diagnostically, culturally and socio-economically diverse clients. Duties include conducting urinalysis and breathalyzers; linking, monitoring, and reporting to community partners such as probation and court services, Department of Family Services, etc.; maintaining collaborative relationships with clients during all phases of treatment; developing detailed client-centered treatment plans, as well as conducting individual, group and family treatment. The applicant is required to work minimum of one evening per week (or more as program needs demand).

Note: Salary offer will not exceed the midpoint of the range. To learn more about careers that make a difference, watch our video " CSB: Making a Difference in Our Community "

Illustrative Duties

• 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

• 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 one year 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) at time of appointment and maintained throughout employment with CSB.

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

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience integrating combined therapies for individuals experiencing co-occurring disorders.
• Experience in Substance Abuse Counseling, Motivational Interviewing, and Stages of Change.
• Knowledge of ICD 9 / ICD10, diagnostic intake procedures, psychotropic medications and their effects and in depth social history development.
• Qualified Mental Health Provider (QMHP), Qualified Mental Health Case Manager (QMHCM), Qualified Substance Abuse Provider (QSAP), or Qualified Substance Abuse Case Manager (QSACM).

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to input, access, and retrieve information from a computer. Ability to independently transport self to other sites and home visits. Ability to observe, process, and document clinical information. All duties performed with or without reasonable accommodations.

SELECTION PROCEDURE:
Panel interview; may include exercise

It is the policy of Fairfax County Government to prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, sex, color, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, political affiliation, genetics, or disability 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 . EEO/AA/TTY.