BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SPECIALIST II - Engagement, Assessment & Referral Services

BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SPECIALIST II - Engagement, Assessment & Referral Services Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/fairfaxcounty/jobs/newprint/4578165) Apply  BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SPECIALIST II - Engagement, Assessment & Referral Services Salary $70,711.26 - $117,851.76 AnnuallyLocation FAIRFAX (HH12), VAJob TypeFT Salary W BNJob Number24-01757DepartmentCommunity Services BoardOpening Date07/20/2024Closing Date8/2/2024 11:59 PM EasternPay GradeS25Posting TypeOpen to General Public

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Job Announcement$2,500 Sign-On Bonus This position is on our Entry, Assessment, and Referral clinical treatment team. It serves both adult and youth populations seeking services for substance use disorders, serious mental illness, and co-occurring disorders, who may also have developmental disabilities, and/or physical illnesses. Must be able to complete initial phone and in-person triage screenings to help identify the need for CSB services and/or community referrals for services. Able to help determine individual’s specific needs related to the SMI/SUD and Co-occurring populations to include court ordered individuals. Functions as part of a multidisciplinary and multicultural team, as the initial point of contact for individuals seeking CSB services. Provides individuals with information regarding processes for completing registration, screening, and assessment to determine eligibility for CSB services. Also provides professional and clinically appropriate engagement to culturally, and socio-economically diverse clients.Here are some of the benefits CSB employees enjoy:

This position includes a signing bonus for fully qualified new county merit employees in the amount of $2,500 (full-time).

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 in certain positions.

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.

To find out more about the benefits of working with Fairfax County Government, please visit the CSB Careers Page (https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/community-services-board/careers) .

Note: 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.)

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

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;

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.

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 StandardsMINIMUM 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. NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check, a Child Protective Services Registry check, and sanction screening to the satisfaction of the employer. A TB screening upon hire.This position is emergency/essential services personnel. (Required to report for duty during inclement weather and/or other emergencies). PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:Experience working with individuals, families and community members with mental health, substance use and developmental concerns.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Work is primarily located in an office-based call center setting and is generally sedentary. Ability to walk, stand, bend and carry up to 10 pounds as needed. Ability to operate desktop computer/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.#LI-AP1