Job Announcement

Dynamic licensed supervisor needed for innovative co-occurring (substance abuse/mental health) positions at A New Beginning which is a residential substance abuse treatment program. Exciting opportunity for hands on clinical experience, professional development and potential advancement in a progressive Fairfax County agency. This position is primarily Monday thru Friday but may require coverage on an evening or weekend. Some flexibility for coverage needs may be required as needed.

Duties include overseeing the clinical milieu setting, providing counseling and therapy services, crisis intervention, facilitating psychoeducational or therapeutic groups, managing staff, discharge, admission and treatment planning. Building and maintaining rapport with Fairfax County agencies as well as outside agencies. Complete and maintain the electronic health record for residents and for compliance purposes. Provide urine screens and breathalyzers as needed. Work on a multidisciplinary team.

All staff in this program are considered emergency services personnel. (Required to report for duty during inclement weather and/or other emergency.)

Note: This ad may be used to fill other Behavioral Health Supervisor positions within the CSB.

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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 description.)

• Provides staff supervision for all clinical aspects of the program;
• Plans, assigns, and reviews work of team members;
• Interviews and selects candidates for various positions;
• Performs complex evaluations and makes independent diagnoses using Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders and International Statistical Classification of Diseases and Related Health Problems (ICD) - 10;
• Provides individual, family and group treatment;
• Maintains a caseload of diverse, complex, and high risk individuals;
• Develops treatment plans and adapts treatment interventions and approaches;
• Provides assessment and treatment services to individuals presenting a wide variety of emotional, social, and mental disorders over a range of severity;
• Consults with professionals on a variety of problems including delivery of needed services for clinically complex cases;
• Provides liaison to community agencies to facilitate communication and service provision for individuals requiring multiple services;
• Develops and implements program activities and services, including training and educational activities;
• Under direction, develops and implements a specialized program which is designed to maximize the effectiveness and efficiency of service provision;
• Supervises day-to-day program operations;
• Promotes awareness of program services through presentations;
• Develops and monitors program's policies and procedures;
• Ensures that program is in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local policies, regulations, and statutes;
• Mediates and facilitates inter-and intra-program issues needing a systems perspective;
• Plans, recommends, and executes quality initiatives related to mental health standards;
• Monitors and analyzes the impact of psychotropic medication on an individual's functioning and mental status;
• Provides crisis stabilization and crisis management;
• Ensures that a facility is maintained in good operating condition and compliant with health and safety, licensure, and regulatory requirements.

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.)

• Extensive knowledge of the principles, theories, and methods of the psychological and social development of humans;
• Thorough knowledge of the elements of a comprehensive bio-psycho-social assessment and interviewing techniques;
• Thorough knowledge of and ability to implement recovery oriented practices and person-centered planning;
• Knowledge of major schools of treatment inclusive of substance abuse prevention and treatment methods/techniques;
• Core skills in motivational interviewing and cognitive behavioral therapies;
• Knowledge of psychiatric, psychological, sociological, and addiction terminology and concepts;
• Knowledge of clinical supervisory methods and techniques;
• Knowledge of alcohol and/or drug addiction and the physiological and psychological effects;
• Knowledge of existing referral agencies and community resources;
• Demonstrated case management skills;
• Ability to formulate diagnoses and to diagnostically interpret data obtained from psychological test results, social histories, and interviews;
• Ability to evaluate the severity of individuals' substance use, psychiatric symptoms, and impact on daily functioning; and implement commensurate level of treatment and support;
• Ability to manage a caseload and manage the workflow of the team;
• Ability to establish rapport and maintain effective relationships with individuals receiving services and the individuals and families who support them;
• Ability to prepare, produce, and conduct program presentations;
• Ability to develop, implement, manage, and evaluate programs;
• Ability to supervise and train service professionals;
• Ability to successfully perform as a team leader/member;
• Ability to evaluate performance, provide feedback, coach, correct, and implement personnel procedures;
• Ability to function independently in high stress situations;
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with subordinates, co-workers, supervisors, public and private sector organizations, community groups, and the general public;
• Ability to successfully perform as a team leader/member;
• 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 with at least a master's degree in social work, psychology, counseling, or nursing plus three years of clinical experience or a doctoral degree in psychology, social, counseling or nursing plus one year of clinical experience. Must be eligible to be licensed to practice in the Commonwealth of Virginia in one of the following: Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Professional Counselor, Clinical Psychologist, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Substance Abuse Treatment Practitioner or Clinical Nurse Specialist.

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED:
Contingent upon the area of assignment, some positions within this class may require specific certification(s) prior to employment and/or the ability to acquire necessary certification(s) within a specified time period following employment. The certifications are identified in the position description and employment advertisement .

• First Aid and CPR certification within 90 days of appointment and maintained throughout employment.
• Medication Administration Assistance Certification within 90 days of appointment.
• Valid driver's license must be maintained throughout employment with Community Services Board.

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. Requires a National Provider Identifier.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Licensed as an LPC or LCSW in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
• Supervisory experience.
• Experience working with individuals who have serious mental illness and/or substance abuse disorder.
• Experience working with a multidisciplinary team.
• Experience working in a residential treatment facility for mental health and/or substance abuse disorders.
• Experience with documentation for programs that bills Medicaid.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to sit, walk, stand, bend, and write as needed to complete duties of the job. Ability to lift up to 25 lbs; observe client behavior/appearance; and converse with clients and co-workers. 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 status as a veteran 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.