Working Title: Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH) Client Engagement Staff
Agency: Fairfax-Falls Church Community Services Board
Job#: ELT-CSB-24004
Hours: Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. with some flexibility as needed to meet consumers in the community.
Salary: $38.50-$64.16 (for 1,560-hr position)
Location: Gartlan Mental Health Center, 8119 Holland Road, Alexandria VA 22306 

The Fairfax-Falls Church Community Services Board (CSB) is hiring for a Behavioral Health Specialist I in our Contracts & Supportive Services - Housing Division. The selected candidate will work on the Housing Support Team providing engagement services to seriously mentally ill /co-occurring adults. Provides services which support any Permanent Supportive Housing units or appropriate housing units that need equivalent support in the community. Provides counseling and directly observes consumers. Serves as a significant provider of engagement services and assistance with some activities of daily living or assistance in other independent living skills that may be a barrier to individuals remaining housed. May provide coaching to assist individuals to maintain cleanliness and prompt reporting of maintenance/site issues. Advises Mental Health Supervisor/designee of program emergencies/major incidents involving program participants. May assist with and/or transport residents to appointments. Promptly completes progress notes in Electronic Health Record (EHR) within agency guidelines. Encourages individuals to work with housing provider or landlord regarding any financial issues or landlord/tenant lease issues, maintains time and attendance data, and reviews client EHR for updates on clinical information. 

Description of Hazard(s): Directly interfaces inside individual residences in community. 

PPE Required: PPE as required by Very High- or High-Risk Level Assessment. 

Tasks listed that require use of this PPE: Direct care in individual residences and transportation as needed.

Employment Standards: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor's degree in psychology, social work, sociology, nursing, public health or a related field; OR a bachelor’s degree and a valid Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) certification. 
Preferred Qualifications: One or more years of post-degree experience working with adults who suffer from serious mental illness and co-occurring disorders in an intensive treatment group home, hospital emergency department or psychiatric unit, community-based behavioral emergency services, and/or crisis stabilization setting. Certified by the Virginia Board of Counseling as a Qualified Mental Health Professional – Adult (QMHP-A) within 6 months of hire.

Position Number to be filled: (1)

Position Status Note: 
This position may not exceed 1,560 hours per calendar year. Individuals in this position are eligible for limited employee benefits (including medical, vision and dental insurance coverage) and participation in flexible spending programs, but not eligible to earn leave or receive holiday pay,

Special Requirements: Appointees to these positions will be required to complete a criminal background check, child protective services check, sanction screening, and TB test.

Driving record check to the satisfaction of the employer and must possess a valid driver’s license. A driver’s license is required as you must be able to operate a county and/or personal motor vehicle to transport clients on a daily basis, to meet clients in the community. CPR & First Aid (Required within 3 months).

To apply: Please send your cover letter and resume to Regina.Collins@Fairfaxcounty.gov
 

Agency: Fairfax-Falls Church Community Services Board
Job#: ELT-CSB-24003
Hours: Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Salary: $33.0385 - $55.0640
Location: Various

Under close clinical and administrative supervision, the PATH BHS I Homeless Outreach Worker delivers behavioral health support services and case management services to homeless adults who are severely mentally ill. The PATH team is tasked with providing outreach and engagement services to Fairfax County residents who are homeless, mentally ill, and not adequately connected to needed services. This position is also assigned to be a Super User of the Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) for the purpose of entering and maintaining accurate program data, per funding requirements.

Responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to:

• Outreach to homeless individuals by vehicle and by foot in a variety of settings, including campsites in wooded areas, abandoned buildings, public sidewalks, metro stations, libraries, businesses, bus stops, and other non-traditional settings in collaboration with PATH teammates and homeless outreach partners to attempt to enroll in services.
• Obtain appropriate documents for identification and/or the purpose of securing needed services/resources such as entitlements, medical care, and housing.
• Once individuals are linked to services/resources, help schedule, coordinate services, and transport individuals to follow up appointments.
• Work jointly with PATH teammates delivering outreach, engagement, and case management services to individuals attending homeless drop-in sites or residing in emergency and hypothermia shelters.
• Provide supportive services during PATH's homeless drop-in group at Gartlan Center twice weekly by assisting individuals obtain basic clothing, meals, access to laundry facilities and showers, and case management supports.
• Partner and collaborate with internal and community partners in the homeless services continuum of care to support homeless, mentally ill individuals (e.g.: stakeholders at shelters, hospitals, jails, health department, police department, local businesses, libraries, county supervisor offices, landlords, SSA, food banks, and housing authority).
• Provide direct habilitative and rehabilitative support services to assist individuals improve or develop skills to address personal hygiene, community functioning, substance use refusal or harm reduction, medication management, crisis prevention, and personal safety.
• Once trained in HMIS, duties include:
  • Entering program data into HMIS.
  • Running monthly data quality reports.
  • Identifying data quality errors.
  • Collaborating with program staff and management to resolve data quality errors.
  • Re-running data quality reports to ensure errors are resolved.
  • Providing ongoing technical assistance to program staff.
  • Submitting data quality reports to management as requested.

Must be able to communicate information well, able to drive a car, able to document services rendered in an electronic health record, able to work as part of a team or autonomously, accepting of flexible scheduling to meet needs of homeless individuals to include night time outreach during hypothermia season, be willing and able to engage difficult to engage individuals, and comfortable working with homeless individuals suffering from a serious mental illness, co-occurring substance use disorders, and medical issues.  

Work hours for this position will vary between 8am and 5pm, Monday through Friday, with some evening hours during hypothermia season. Work schedule will be determined and finalized at time of hire.

Minimum Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor's degree in psychology, social work, sociology, nursing, public health or a related field; OR a bachelor’s degree and a valid Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) certification. 

Preferred Qualifications: Experience working with homeless and mentally ill population and delivering community outreach, engagement, and case management services.

Special Requirements: Appointees to these positions will be required to complete a criminal background check, a driving record check to the satisfaction of the employer and must possess a valid driver’s license. A driver’s license is required as you must be able to operate a county and/or personal motor vehicle to transport clients on a daily basis. 

Note: This position may not exceed 1,560 hours per calendar year. Individuals in this position are eligible for limited employee benefits (including medical, vision and dental insurance coverage) and participation in flexible spending programs, but not eligible to earn leave or receive holiday pay.

To Apply: Please send your cover letter and resume to Carlos.Estrada@fairfaxcounty.gov
 

Agency: CSB
Job#: ELT-CSB-24001
Grade: S15
Hours: see below
Salary range: 20.9125 – 27.8829

We are expanding mental health peer recovery services! Be part of new and innovative Peer Mental Health Program. This new position under supervision will provide peer support to individuals served through the Peer Journey to Hope Program and the CSB Division of Recovery Services. Services provided may include group peer support, individual peer support, recovery planning, and services navigation. Services may be provided in collaboration with the CSB’s Behavioral Health Outpatient Programs (BHOP), CSB Entry Assessment and Referral, self-referral and/or other programs. Collaborates as needed with other staff and community partners including Case Managers, Therapists, Nurses, and Psychiatrists. Primary office location is the Bulova Center for Community Health, with other service locations at multiple program sites, virtually and in-person, and/or in the community. Populations served are individuals with mental health challenges. This is a 20-hour per week position with the team operating Monday through Friday. Flexible work days and times available.

Note: This position may not exceed 900 hours per calendar year. 

MINIMUM EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS:
Graduation from high school or a GED issued by a state department of education;
Plus 4 months of experience in providing peer/recovery support services.
 
CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED:
Registered Peer Recovery Specialist (RPRS) with the Virginia Department of Health Professions (DHP) within six months of employment.
Some positions in this class require Registration upon hire. Certification as a Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS) with the Virginia Certification Board does not meet this requirement.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check, driving record, a Child Protective Services Registry, a TB screen, and a Sanctions Screening to the satisfaction of the employer. 

Some positions within this classification require a valid Motor vehicle driver’s license with fewer than six demerit points (or equivalent in another state) at time of appointment and maintained throughout employment.

Email cover letters and resumes to: Jessica.Calys@fairfaxcounty.gov
 

Agency: CSB
Job#: ELT-CSB-24000
Grade: S15
Hours: see below
Salary range: 20.9125 – 27.8829

We are expanding mental health peer recovery services! Be part of new and innovative Peer Mental Health Program.  This new position under supervision will provide peer support to individuals served through the Peer Journey to Hope Program and the CSB Division of Recovery Services. Services provided may include group peer support, individual peer support, recovery planning, and services navigation. Services may be provided in collaboration with the CSB’s Behavioral Health Outpatient Programs (BHOP), CSB Entry Assessment and Referral, self-referral and/or other programs. Collaborates as needed with other staff and community partners including Case Managers, Therapists, Nurses, and Psychiatrists. Primary office location is the Bulova Center for Community Health, with other service locations at multiple program sites, virtually and in-person, and/or in the community. Populations served are individuals with mental health challenges. This is a 30-hour per week position, benefits eligible. The team operates Monday through Friday, flexible work days and times available.

The CSB recognizes that staff competence speaking a variety of languages is necessary to meet client needs. A foreign language skills stipend of up to $1300/year (full-time) may be given for qualified bi-lingual employees. 

Note: This position may not exceed 1560 hours per calendar year. Individuals in this position are eligible for limited employee benefits (including medical, vision and dental insurance coverage) and participation in flexible spending programs, but not eligible to earn leave or receive holiday pay.

MINIMUM EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS:
Graduation from high school or a GED issued by a state department of education;
Plus 4 months of experience in providing peer/recovery support services.
 
CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED:
Registered Peer Recovery Specialist (RPRS) with the Virginia Department of Health Professions (DHP) within six months of employment.

Some positions in this class require Registration upon hire. Certification as a Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS) with the Virginia Certification Board does not meet this requirement.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check, driving record, a Child Protective Services Registry, a TB screen, and a Sanctions Screening to the satisfaction of the employer. 
Some positions within this classification require a valid motor vehicle driver’s license with fewer than six demerit points (or equivalent in another state) at time of appointment and maintained throughout employment.

Email cover letters and resumes to: Jessica.Calys@fairfaxcounty.gov
 

Agency: Fairfax-Falls Church Community Services Board/Assisted Community and Residential Services 
Job#: ELT-CSB-23022
Salary: $18.01- $24.02 / hour (Grade S14) 
Location: 6 (4 to 6-bed) Group Homes throughout Fairfax/Annandale/ Springfield 
Schedule: 30 hours per week; work schedules vary on an as needed basis and vary by site. 

Shifts may include early mornings, late evenings, or awake overnight. Candidates must be available to work weekends and holidays. Approximately 80% of the shifts are scheduled. Approximately 20% of shifts are called on for immediate coverage. 

Fairfax-Falls Church Community Services Board/ Intellectual Disability Services is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Substitute Relief Counselor to provide direct care services for group homes serving adults with intellectual and or development disabilities throughout the Fairfax/ Annandale/ and Springfield communities. 

Minimum Qualifications: Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills, is able to use computers and learn various programs, have a driver’s license, be able to lift 30 pounds or more, and be comfortable working with individuals in a residential setting and in the community who may have co-occurring disorders and medical issues. 

Preferred Qualifications: The equivalent of two years of work experience in the human services field; a bachelor's degree in social work, counseling, psychology, or another human services field is required. Work with adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities in group home settings. 

Special Requirements: The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check, a Child Protective Services Registry, a TB screening, Sanctions Screening, driving record check and possession of a Driver’s License as you must be able to operate a County vehicle to transport clients on a daily basis.   

Note: This position may not exceed 1,560 hours per calendar year. Individuals in this position are eligible for limited employee benefits (including medical, vision and dental insurance coverage) and participation in flexible spending programs, but not eligible to earn leave or receive holiday pay

To Apply: Email resume to Anastasia Kalil at Anastasia.Kalil@fairfaxcounty.gov. 
 

Agency: CSB
Job#: ELT-CSB-23019
Grade: S-15
Hours: 20 hours a week
Hourly Salary Range: $20.91-$34.85.

We are expanding mental health peer recovery services! Be part of new and innovative Peer Mental Health Program.  This new position under supervision will provide peer support to individuals served through the Peer Journey to Hope Program and the CSB Division of Recovery Services. Services provided may include group peer support, individual peer support, recovery planning, and services navigation. Services may be provided in collaboration with the CSB’s Behavioral Health Outpatient Programs (BHOP), CSB Entry Assessment and Referral, self-referral and/or other programs. Collaborates as needed with other staff and community partners including Case Managers, Therapists, Nurses, and Psychiatrists. Primary office location is the Bulova Center for Community Health, with other service locations at multiple program sites, virtually and in-person, and/or in the community. Populations served are individuals with mental health challenges. This is a 20-hour position.

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS:
Graduation from high school or a GED issued by a state department of education; 
Plus 4 months of experience in providing peer/recovery support services.
 
CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED:
Registered Peer Recovery Specialist (RPRS) with the Virginia Department of Health Professions (DHP) within six months of employment. 
Some positions in this class require Registration upon hire. Certification as a Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS) with the Virginia Certification Board does not meet this requirement.
 
Some positions within this classification require a valid Motor Vehicle Driver's license with fewer than six demerit points (or equivalent in another state) at time of appointment and maintained throughout employment. 

First Aid and CPR certification, within 90 days of appointment and maintained throughout CSB employment, for positions in residential programs.
 
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Criminal background record check;
Child Protective Services check;
TB screening upon hire and annually thereafter.

Compensation Plan:
This position will not hire above the midpoint.
Hourly Salary Range:  $20.91-$34.85.

Email cover letters and resumes to: Jessica.Calys@fairfaxcounty.gov
 

Agency: CSB
Job#: ELT-CSB-23017
Hours: No more than maximum permitted per year, 900/year.  
Salary: Range 19.9565/hr-26.6085/hr. (mid-point of grade is max)
Location: CSB, Supportive Community Residential Services, RIC- Central

The Residential Intensive Care (RIC) Program is currently hiring part-time, non-merit substitute relief counselors. Our treatment philosophy is comprehensive, dynamic, integrated and recovery based. The substitute relief will perform a wide range of counseling and therapeutic tasks such as case management, mental health skill building and substance use recovery development, community-based outings and activities, and promotion of wellness and physical health. Two positions will be filled from this recruitment.

Minimum Qualifications (from class spec): Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in a human service field, or equivalent experience working with adults who suffer from serious mental illness and co-occurring disorders.

Preferred Qualifications: A bachelor’s degree plus a minimum of one-year post-degree experience working with adults diagnosed with serious mental illness and co-occurring disorders in a residential treatment setting.

Special Requirements: The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check, driving record, a Child Protective Services Registry, a TB screen, and a Sanctions Screening to the satisfaction of the employer. 

Certifications Required: Candidate must be eligible for certification by the Virginia Board of Counseling as a Qualified Mental Health Professional – Adult (QMHP-A) upon hire.

*This position is a non-merit position that may not exceed 900 hours per calendar year.  Individuals in these positions are not eligible for county benefits.

To apply: Please provide an email address, where the applicants will be sending the resumes: Heather L. McPherson, Heather.McPherson@fairfaxcounty.gov
 

Agency: CSB
Job#: ELT-CSB-23011
Grade: S-15
Salary: Annual Bi-weekly Hourly ranging from $19.83-$33.06. This position will not be hired above the midpoint. 

Multiple part- time position opportunities within our Peer Outreach Response Team (PORT), Striving to Achieve Recovery (STAR), and Peer Mental Health Navigation for trained peer specialists who have accrued at least some hours toward certification. These positions will work at different programs and the following locations:

Peer Overdose Response Team (PORT): One position to work with the Peer Outreach Response Team (PORT) providing peer support for individuals with significant substance use challenges, including those with recent overdoses or other substance use emergencies. The team is based at the Merrifield Center, but services are primarily provided in the community. Hours/days negotiable and will likely involve services outside regular business hours. Some telework possible. 

Striving To Achieve Recovery (STAR): This position works on a peer support team working with Justice-Involved individuals in Fairfax County. This position will work closely in the Striving to Achieve Recovery (STAR) program within the Fairfax County Adult Detention Center (ADC). This is a peer-led program supporting individuals who have used opioids and/or other substances to engage in a program of recovery. Taking place in a specialized men’s unit in the ADC, this program engages individuals with groups, activities, and 1:1 peer support.

Peer Mental Health Navigation (PMHN):
Under supervision, provides peer support to individuals served through the Peer Mental Health Navigation Program. Services provided may include group peer support, individual peer support, recovery planning, and services navigation for individuals with mental health concerns. These services are available to individuals seeking behavioral health outpatient services. These services are provided in the community and at multiple Community Services Board (CSB) locations. Peer Recovery Specialists will share their lived experience to promote recovery and wellness.

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS:
Graduation from high school or a GED issued by a state department of education; 
Plus 4 months of experience in providing peer/recovery support services.
 
CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED:
Registered Peer Recovery Specialist (RPRS) with the Virginia Department of Health Professions (DHP) within six months of employment. 
Some positions in this class require Registration upon hire. Certification as a Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS) with the Virginia Certification Board does not meet this requirement.
 
Some positions within this classification require a valid motor vehicle driver's license with fewer than six demerit points (or equivalent in another state) at time of appointment and maintained throughout employment. 

First Aid and CPR certification, within 90 days of appointment and maintained throughout CSB employment, for positions in residential programs.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Criminal background record check;
Child Protective Services check;
TB screening upon hire and annually thereafter.

Compensation Plan:

This position will not be hired above the midpoint. Annual Bi-weekly Hourly ranging from $19.83-$33.06.

*Please include your first, second, and third choice for program preference.

Email Cover letters and resumes to: Jessica.calys@fairfaxcounty.gov
 

Agency: CSB
Job#: ELT-CSB-23009
Hours: Mon-Fri, typically between 8:am – 6:00pm based on program needs
Salary: $54 per hour.
Location: Sharon Bulova Center (formerly Merrifield Center)

The Fairfax-Falls Church Community Services Board (CSB) is hiring a Behavioral Health Nurse Clinician/Case Manager to support the Jail Diversion team. You’ll be a part of a team of diverse professionals helping individuals who have had contact with the criminal justice system transform their lives and achieve recovery. We strive to create a work environment that facilitates professional growth by broadening your skill base with extensive training and development. The Behavioral Health Nurse Clinician/Case manager will provide direct client care in both office-based and community settings. These include measuring vital signs, height, weight and administering IM injections. The successful candidate will have manage a small caseload of clients for case management services.  Since 1969, the Fairfax-Falls Church Community Services Board has served individuals of all ages who have mental illness, substance use disorders, serious emotional and/or developmental disabilities. Our vision, aligned with the goals of One Fairfax, is that everyone in our community has the support needed to live a healthy, fulfilling life. Fairfax County is a dynamic and diverse community spanning over 400 square miles. With over 1.2 million residents, Fairfax County is the most populous jurisdiction in Virginia.  

Minimum Qualifications:
Any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to the following: Graduation from an accredited college or university with an associate degree Nursing; plus two years of post-licensure experience as a nurse.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience working with individuals diagnosed with serious mental illness and substance use disorders in community setting. 
Knowledge of crisis management. 
Knowledge of psychotropic medications and their effects. Experience administering Long-Acting Psychotropic Injections. 
Experience working independently and on interdisciplinary teams. 
QMHP-A license eligible. 
QMHCM required within 30 days of employment.

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED:
Possession of a current license or a multistate licensure privilege to practice as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Incumbent must possess a valid motor vehicle driver's license. 

Special Requirements:
The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check, driving record, a Child Protective Services Registry, a TB screen, and a Sanctions Screening to the satisfaction of the employer. 

Note: (G or E language below)
*This position may not exceed 1560 hours per calendar year. Individuals in this position are eligible for limited employee benefits (including medical, vision and dental insurance coverage) and participation in flexible spending programs, but not eligible to earn leave or receive holiday pay.

To apply: Please provide an email address, where the applicants will be sending the resumes. Yusuf.Enum@fairfaxcounty.gov 
 

Agency: Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court
Job#: ELT-JDR-23000
Hours: see below
Salary: $21.1588/hour (Grade S14)
Location: Shelter Care, 10670 Page Ave, Fairfax, Virginia

Substitute Relief Counselor: Provides oversight in a temporary care, community-based residential group home for males and female court clients between the ages of 11-17. The primary goal is to ensure the health and physical well-being of residents by providing constant supervision and structured activities.

Schedule: This position is for all shifts in a unit that operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Shifts include day, evening, overnight, weekends and holidays.  Shifts are filled on an as needed and emergency basis.

Minimum Qualifications: Any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to 3 years of college.  

Selection Procedure: Evaluation of relevant education and experience. Personal interview of top-rated applicants.

Special Requirements: Appointees will be required to satisfactorily complete a criminal background check, a check of the Child Protective Services Registry, a driving record check, a physical examination, and a TB test to the satisfaction of the employer as a condition of hiring, and periodically thereafter must possess a valid driver’s license.

Note: These positions are exempt and are not eligible for benefits such as leave and retirement. Some positions may be exempt benefits-eligible, and incumbents may opt to enroll in benefits such as health insurance, dental insurance and flexible spending accounts.

To Apply: Resume can be mailed, faxed, or emailed to Tim.Clark@fairfaxcounty.gov.

Shelter Care
Attn: Tim Clark
10670 Page Ave
Fairfax, Virginia 22030
Phone: 703-246-2900
Fax: 703-275-7651
 

Agency: Fairfax County Falls-Church Community Services Board 
Job#: ELT-CSB-23002
Hours: PT  20 hours a week, Hours are flexible
Location: 6901 S. Van Dorn Street, Alexandria, VA. 22315

Exciting opportunity to work with a multi-disciplinary team providing treatment services to individuals with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders. Crossroads is a 54-bed residential treatment program with a 20-bed apartment aftercare program. Services include individual, group, family counseling/therapy, peer services, case management, medication management and assistance with linking and reintegration to services and activities in the community. Under the direction of a program supervisor, this position utilizes personal, lived experience and professional training to assist individuals to meet their goals and to develop recovery and coping skills. The incumbent assists individuals by providing wellness and recovery groups/training, educating, and assisting individuals to access community resources, explaining services to individuals and consulting with the treatment team when an individual appears to be in crisis or at risk. Establishes rapport with individuals through personal disclosure and maintains relationships based on respect, mutuality, and appropriate boundaries. Educates individuals and their supports on key recovery concepts and resources. This position requires the incumbent to both work in a group setting and to assist individuals to move successfully back into the community. Assists other staff with monitoring the milieu and provides transportation using program vans to the individuals served.

Minimum Qualifications: Graduation from high school or a GED issued by a state department of education; Plus 4 months of experience in providing peer/recovery support services.

Preferred Qualifications: Residential Substance Abuse Treatment Experience with Co-Occurring Substance Use and Mental Health Disorders, Certified Peer Recovery Specialist

Certifications

• Driver's License (Required)
• MANDT (Required within 3 months)
• Registered Peer Recovery Specialist (RPRS) with the Virginia Department of Health Professions (DHP) within six months of employment.

Physical Requirements: 

• Ability to independently drive county vehicle, sit, walk, stand, bend & write as needed to complete duties of the job. 
• Must be able to observe client behavior/appearance, converse with individuals & coworkers, and provide assistance with personal hygiene and personal care.

To Apply: Please email Stacy Riley your resume to stacy.riley@fairfaxcounty.gov Subject: Peer Support Specialist 
 

Agency: CSB
Job#: ELT-CSB-23000
Hours: 15-30 hours per week; Hours are on an as-needed basis and can include early mornings, late afternoons, evenings, awake overnights, weekends, and holidays.
Salary: Starting at $19.54/hour
Location: Wellness Circle Crisis Stabilization Program (formerly Woodburn Place Crisis Care Program)

Exciting opportunity to join state of the art multi-disciplinary team at Wellness Circle Crisis Stabilization Unit, a 16 bed, short-term residential crisis stabilization unit that serves individuals with mental illness and co-occurring disorders or developmental disorders who are in psychiatric crisis. Services include crisis intervention, individual, group and family counseling, case management, medication management, social and medical detoxification and linking individuals to ongoing mental health, substance use or co-occurring services.

This position works as part of an interdisciplinary team. Promotes quality of life for people receiving mental health, substance use and developmental disabilities services. Our treatment philosophy is comprehensive, dynamic, integrated and recovery based. We are currently hiring part-time, non-merit substitute relief counselors to perform a wide range of counseling and therapeutic tasks such as client admissions, group and individual therapy, mental health skill building, mental health and substance use recovery development, community-based outings and activities, and promotion of wellness and physical health.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in a human service field, or equivalent experience.

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED:

• Valid motor vehicle driver's license with fewer than six demerit points (or equivalent in another state) maintained throughout employment.
• MANDT certification (within 6 months of hire)
• CPR/First Aid (within 3 months of hire)
• Certified by the Virginia Board of Counseling as a Qualified Mental Health Professional – Adult (QMHP-A) within 6 months of hire.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: A bachelor’s degree plus one or more years of post-degree experience working with adults who suffer from serious mental illness and co-occurring disorders in an intensive treatment group home, hospital emergency department or psychiatric unit, community-based behavioral emergency services, and/or crisis stabilization setting. 

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.)   

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Ability to transport clients in agency vehicle(s), observe/monitor/document client behavior, perform CPR/First aid, climb stairs, lift up to 20 lbs, participate in recreational activities, review/write clinical notes in records, and use computer. All duties performed with or without reasonable accommodations.

TO APPLY: Please send a complete resume to Orit.Paytan@fairfaxcounty.gov

* This position may not exceed 900 hours per calendar year. Individuals in these positions are not eligible for county benefits.

Agency: Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court
Job#: ELT-JDR-21006
Salary: $21.1588/hour (Grade S14)
Hours: see below
Location: Stepping Stones, 10650 Page Ave, in Fairfax, Virginia

Cares for and supervises boys ages 14-18 in a community-based residential facility using trauma informed practices. Relief counselors will be responsible for supervision of residents, providing positive encouragement and consequences, adhering to the program schedule and implementation of program policies and procedures.

Schedule: This position is for all shifts in a unit that operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Shifts include day, evening, overnight, weekends and holidays.  Shifts are filled on an as needed and emergency basis.

Minimum Qualifications: Any combination of education, experience and training equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree; prefer one year of graduate study in social/behavioral sciences, counseling, social work, or education; and one year of professional experience in youth counseling probation work, or education.

Selection Procedure: Evaluation of relevant education and experience. Personal interview of top-rated applicants.

Special Requirements: Appointees will be required to satisfactorily complete a criminal background check, a check of the Child Protective Services Registry, a driving record check, a physical examination and a TB test to the satisfaction of the employer as a condition of hiring, and periodically thereafter must possess a valid driver’s license.

Note: These positions are exempt and are not eligible for benefits such as leave and retirement. Some positions may be exempt benefits-eligible and incumbents may opt to enroll in benefits such as health insurance, dental insurance and flexible spending accounts.

To Apply: Resume can be mailed, faxed or emailed to Misty.Zdanski@fairfaxcounty.gov
Stepping Stones
Attn: Misty Zdanski
10650 Page Ave
Fairfax, Virginia 22030
Phone: 703-591-0171
Fax: 703-591-6403
 

Agency: Fairfax-Falls Church CSB
Job#: ELT-CSB-19035
Salary: Starting at $19.54/hour
Hours: 24-hour residential facility, hours are on an as-needed basis and can include early mornings, late afternoons, evenings, awake overnights, weekends, and holidays.
Location: A New Beginning

The Fairfax-Falls Church Community Services Board (CSB), Residential Treatment & Detox Services area, is hiring for Substitute Relief counselor positions to work with our comprehensive, dynamic, integrated, recovery based residential treatment program for adults with substance use disorder and/or co-occurring with mental health disorder. This is a great opportunity for hands on clinical experience and professional development with the CSB. Duties include facilitating admissions, monitoring clients, documentation, transporting clients, phone screening, urine screens, crisis management, community-based outings and activities, and promotion of wellness and physical health and working on a multidisciplinary team.

Minimum Qualifications: 
Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in a human service field.

Preferred Qualifications: 
Currently hold a CSAC-A or CSAC certification in the State of Virginia

Special Requirements:
The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check, driving record, a Child Protective Services Registry, a TB screen, and a Sanctions Screening to the satisfaction of the employer.

* This position may not exceed 1560 hours per calendar year. Individuals in this position are eligible for limited employee benefits (including medical, vision and dental insurance coverage) and participation in flexible spending programs, but not eligible to earn leave or receive holiday pay.

To apply: Please submit your resume to Nhat Nguyen via email at Nhat.Nguyen@fairfaxcounty.gov or Fax: 703-653-7216 (Attention: Nhat Nguyen)
 

Agency: Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court
Job #: ELT-JDR-21002
Salary: $20.95/hour (Grade S14)
Location: Foundations Program, 12720 Lee Highway, in Fairfax, Virginia
Substitute Relief Counselor. 
Schedule: The Substitute Relief Counselor Position is located at Foundations (Lee Highway, Fairfax, VA 22030), a community-based therapeutic residential treatment program for adolescent females’ 14-17 court ordered into the program through probation or monitored by a community-based case manager. The Substitute Relief Counselor provides direct sight and sound supervision to client in the milieu. May need to conduct psychoeducation, process, and support groups. In addition, will coordinate recreational and community activities for the clients while on shift. Ensures facility operation and building safety, maintenance, and security on evening, overnight, and weekend shifts. Ensures the health care and physical well-being of clients through appropriate disbursement of medication and administration of first aid. Operates a 15-passenger van and transports residents and families to a variety of community activities.

Minimum Qualifications: Any combination of education, experience and training equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree; prefer one year of graduate study in social/behavioral sciences, counseling, social work, or education; and one year of professional experience in youth counseling probation work, or education.

Selection Procedure: Evaluation of relevant education and experience. Personal interview of top-rated applicants.

Special Requirements: Appointees will be required to satisfactorily complete a criminal background check, a check of the Child Protective Services Registry, a driving record check, a physical examination and a TB test to the satisfaction of the employer as a condition of hiring, and periodically thereafter must possess a valid driver’s license.

Note: These positions are exempt and are not eligible for benefits such as leave and retirement. Some positions may be exempt benefits-eligible and incumbents may opt to enroll in benefits such as health insurance, dental insurance and flexible spending accounts.

To Apply: Resume can be mailed, faxed, or emailed to Annette.Twyman@fairfaxcounty.gov
Foundations Program 
Attn: Annette Twyman 
12720 Lee Highway
Fairfax, Virginia 22030
Phone: 703-830-2930
Fax: 703-502-9853
 

Agency: CSB
Job #: ELT-CSB-21005 - Emergency Services & Crisis Care
Salary: $19.83-$33.05 per hour
Hours: Varied 24/7 nights and Weekends
Location: Merrifield Crisis Response Center

This is an entry level staff position which includes primary responsibility for providing trauma-informed peer support, recovery support services, & other assistance to adults, adolescents, and children with co-occurring serious mental illness and substance use disorders in crisis in a behavioral health emergency services setting. Responsibilities include answering phones, responding to requests for information or services, transporting clients, assisting staff with meeting the needs of individuals and the operation of the program.  Must be able to communicate and write clearly and document provision of peer services in electronic health record. Attends and participates in staff meetings.

Minimum Qualifications: 
Graduation from high school or a GED issued by a state department of education;
Successful completion of 72-hour Virginia DBHDS Certified Peer Recovery Specialist Curriculum within three months of hire.
Plus 4 months of experience in providing peer/recovery support services.

Peer support services (PSS) is a behavioral health model of care that provides community-based recovery services to individuals diagnosed with a mental illness of substance use disorder. PSS assist individuals in initiating and maintaining the process of recovery and resiliency to improve their health, wellness and self-care skills. PSS are provided by individuals who have lived experience with recovery from Mental Health or Substance Use Disorders and utilize this experience in provision of services. Peer Support Service is an individualized, recovery focused approach that promotes the development of wellness self-management, personal recovery, natural supports, coping skills, and self-advocacy skills and development of independent living skills for housing, employment and full community inclusion.

CERTIFICATIONS:

• Peer Support Specialist Certification-Required within 12 months of hire
• Wellness of Recovery Action Plan (WRAP) certification or equivalent-Required within 12 months of hire
• Wellness of Recovery Action Plan (WRAP) Facilitator Certification or equivalent-Required within 12 months of hire
• Drivers License-Required upon hire
• MANDT-Required within 3 months

EQUIPMENT INFORMATION:

• Van up to passengers 15%
• Computer 15%

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to independently drive county vehicle, sit, walk, stand, bend & write as needed to complete duties of the job.
• Must be able to observe client behavior/appearance, and converse with clients & coworkers.
• Tb test required annually.
• Hepatitis B Vaccination required.

Preferred Qualifications: 
3 years prior experience working as a Peer Recovery Specialist within a crisis setting. 
Special Requirements: The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check, driving record, a Child Protective Services Registry, a TB screen, and a Sanctions Screening to the satisfaction of the employer. 
Note: This position may not exceed 1560 hours per calendar year. Individuals in this position are eligible for limited employee benefits (including medical, vision and dental insurance coverage) and participation in flexible spending programs, but not eligible to earn leave or receive holiday pay.

To apply: Please e-mail resume and cover letter to anna.davis@fairfaxcounty.gov with the subject reading 2023 PEER SUPPORT SPECIALIST-ELT-21005

Agency: CSB
Job #: ELT-CSB-20001
Salary: 34.6309 – 57.7183. Position qualifies for an additional stipend of $499.26 per biweekly pay period
Hours: Variable, Includes afterhours, holidays and weekends
Location: Merrifield Center-Emergency Services

The Fairfax-Falls Church Community Services Board is hiring two temporary part-time clinical psychologists to conduct comprehensive evaluations of both minors (16.1-642) and adults (37.2-815) who have been civilly detained pursuant to (16.1-640.1 or 37.2-809); and to complete independent examiner reports (adults) or qualified evaluator reports (minors) for submission to the court prior to civil commitment hearings.

Minimum Qualifications: Possession of a doctorate degrees in Clinical Psychologist in the Commonwealth of Virginia.

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSURES REQUIRED: 
Possession of a current license to practice as a Clinical Psychologist in the Commonwealth of Virginia.

Preferred Qualifications: PhD/ PsyD; Knowledge and ability to apply psychological principles and methods in the diagnosis prevention, treatment, and amelioration of psychological problems, emotional and/or mental conditions. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other professional staff members and the public. Conduct comprehensive clinical evaluations, comprehensive risk assessment and written reports; Provide psychoeducation regarding treatment needs, risk assessment, and other clinical information to client and parties involved in the involuntary detention process. Familiar with court proceeding, appear and testify as requested.

To Apply: Please contact, send resumes to Lawrence Smith.

Special Requirements: The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check, driving record, a Child Protective Services Registry, a TB screen, and a Sanctions Screening to the satisfaction of the employer.

*This position may not exceed 900 hours per calendar year.  Individuals in these positions are not eligible for county benefits.

Agency: Fairfax-Falls Church Community Services Board/Assisted Community and Residential Services
Job#: ELT-CSB-16001
Salary: $18.01- $24.02 / hour (Grade S14)
Location:— 7 (4 to 6-bed) Group Homes throughout Fairfax/Annandale/ Springfield
Schedule: 30 hours per week; work schedules vary on an as needed basis and vary by site. Shifts may include early mornings, late evenings, or awake overnights. Candidates must be available to work weekends and holidays. Approximately 75% of the shifts are scheduled. Approximately 25% shifts are called on for immediate coverage.

The Fairfax-Falls Church Community Services Board/ Intellectual Disability Services is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Substitute Relief Counselor to provide direct care services for group homes serving adults with intellectual and or development disabilities throughout the Fairfax/ Annandale/ and Springfield communities.

Minimum Qualifications: Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills, is able to use computers and learn various programs, have a driver’s license, be able to lift 50 pounds or more, and be comfortable working with individuals in a residential setting and in the community who may have co-occurring disorders and medical issues.

Preferred Qualifications: The equivalent of two years of work experience in the human services field; a bachelor's degree in social work, counseling, psychology, or another human services field is required. Work with adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities in group home settings.

Special Requirements: Appointees to these positions will be required to complete a criminal background check, a driving record check to the satisfaction of the employer, and must possess a valid driver’s license.

Note: 30 hour a week positions are eligible for healthcare benefits.

Selection Procedure: Panel interview.

To Apply: Send resume by email to Anastasia Kalil at anastasia.kalil@fairfaxcounty.gov.