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NEOGOV · 16 hours ago

Behavioral Health Specialist II - Jail & Court Based Services

FAIRFAX (FJ23), VA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$72K/yr - $120K/yr

1+ years exp

NEOGOV is seeking a Behavioral Health Specialist II to support the Jail Based Team at the Fairfax County Adult Detention Center. The role involves providing a range of professional treatment services to individuals with serious mental illnesses and substance use disorders, as well as case management and crisis intervention.

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Responsibilities

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

Qualification

Behavioral health assessmentCrisis interventionCase managementQualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP)Substance abuse treatmentTherapeutic treatment plansClinical supervisionCultural competenceRecord keepingReport preparationCommunication skillsTeam collaboration

Required

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 Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) certification or Certified Substance Abuse Counselor (CSAC) 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

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

CPR certification, within 90 days of appointment and maintained throughout CSB employment

Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) - Required within 1 month of hire

The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check, a Child Protective Services Registry check, 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)

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

Preferred

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 in psychology, social work, counseling, or related field

Licensed or license-eligible 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 Licensed Nurse Practitioner