Agency: Fairfax County- Falls Church Community Service Board
Job#: ELT-CSB-25003
Hours: 20 Hours Per Week 
Salary: $43.87 - $73.11 Hourly
Location: Gartlan Center

The Fairfax-Falls Church CSB is recruiting for a non-merit position for an Adult Outpatient/Community Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner. 

ILLUSTRATIVE DUTIES:

• Prescribes treatment plan and medications, including psychotropic medications based on medication evaluation.
• Provides services to clients in the community as needed
• Supports other therapists in emergency psychiatric evaluations.
• Responds to requests for assistance in crisis intervention situations as part of a combined staff approach.
• Leads or participates in administrative, programmatic, and clinical meetings.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Extensive knowledge of modern advanced nursing theory and practice.
• Thorough knowledge of causes, treatment, and prevention of mental illness.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective and cooperative relationships with professionals, administrative, and other people working in related fields, such as local welfare and public health departments, schools, courts, law enforcement hospitals and other institutions.
• Ability to plan and execute work effectively.

Minimum Qualifications: 
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a master’s or doctorate degree in nursing and graduation from a state-certified, advanced practice program specializing in psychiatry/mental health; PLUS, 1-2 years providing direct client care to persons receiving treatment for psychiatric disorders utilizing assessments, evaluations, and medication management skills.

Certifications: 

• Certified by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) in Psychiatric Mental Health (PMH) as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) required.
• Possess an unrestricted license to practice as a Licensed Nurse Practitioner (LNP). LNP licensure must be in the Commonwealth of Virginia by the appointment date.
• Possess a valid DEA number and unrestricted DEA license in Virginia by date of hire.

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Experience with treatment of serious mental illness and substance use disorders in a community setting. 
• Experience and skill set with young adults and older adults. 
• Computer literate.

To apply: Please email: Florence.hagan@fairfaxcounty.gov 

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. 

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

Agency: Health Department
Job#: ELT-HD-25007
Salary: Min $ 23.3736/hour, negotiable contingent upon relevant work experience.
Hours: Monday to Friday, shifts may vary depending on agency needs. Looking to have team members with flexibility and reliable transportation. 
Grade: S-17
Location: In Person/This position will support multiple WIC locations as needed, with primary support provided at:

Springfield District Office (SDO) 
8136 Old Keene Mill Road
Springfield, VA 22152

• Are you looking for a new position that offers you.
• A unique experience to learn about public health
• An opportunity to make a difference by serving those most in need
• Work collaboratively with community partners to address public health priorities. Focus on health education, health promotion and disease prevention
• Be part of a learning culture
• Supportive team environment  

THEN LOOK NO FURTHER. COME JOIN THE FAIRFAX COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT TEAM, WIC PROGRAM, AND USE YOUR SKILLS AND ABILITIES TO “PROTECT, PROMOTE AND IMPROVE THE HEALTH AND QUALITY OF LIFE FOR ALL WHO LIVE, WORK AND PLAY IN OUR COMMUNITY” 

The Fairfax County Health Department (FCHD) is a progressive public health leader providing services that promote population health, protect public health and the environment, and ensure residents' access to health services and information. The FCHD Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Program is seeking a self-motivated, team-oriented Breastfeeding Peer Counselor.
A Breastfeeding Counselor is a woman who will work in our WIC clinic locations providing basic breastfeeding information, support, services, and referrals to WIC participants. Breastfeeding Counselors will be provided the Loving Support through Peer Counselor Training.

Other duties include:
•    Educate and support pregnant and breastfeeding WIC mothers.
•    Provides phone and in-person visit (in both group and one-on-one) counseling.
•    Assists breastfeeding WIC participants by phone outside of business hours.
•    Refers participants to WIC breastfeeding staff as needed.
•    Accurately enters data and information into appropriate databases, schedules appointments, and files.

Duties are performed under the supervision of the Public Health Nutritionist/Breastfeeding Coordinator and under the guidance of the WIC Nutrition Program Supervisor. This position will require travel to multiple WIC sites on an as needed basis.

Note: This is a grant-funded, non-merit E-status position. This position may not exceed 1560 hours per calendar year. Individuals in this position are eligible for some 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 QUALIFICATIONS:
High school graduation or a G.E.D. issued by a state department of education plus one year of customer service experience.   

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED:
Valid motor vehicle driver's license.

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 a Sanction Screening to the satisfaction of the employer.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Candidates will have successfully breastfed one or more infants for at least 6 months or more.  
• Ability to communicate effectively and deal tactfully with clients of diverse ethnic, cultural, and economic backgrounds. 
• Models outstanding customer service skills with the ability to establish and maintain effective and cooperative relationships.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and other information systems such as an electronic health records system.
• Bilingual Spanish/English, a plus.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Employee is required to walk, stand, sit, bend, kneel, reach, climb stairs and carry equipment or young children up to 25 pounds in weight. Uses hands to grasp, handle or feel. Visual acuity is required to read data on a computer monitor. Ability to operate keyboard driven equipment. Ability to drive a vehicle. Position frequently communicates and must be able to exchange accurate information with others verbally and in writing. All duties performed with or without reasonable accommodations.

SELECTION PROCEDURE:
Panel interview; may include exercise.

To apply: Please complete the non-merit application and submit this form and a resume to HDjobs@fairfaxcounty.gov, or fax to 703-653-9441, referencing the position title and job number.

Agency: Health Department
Job#: ELT-HD-25006
Salary: Starting at $35.5742/hr., commensurate with experience 
Hours: Monday to Friday and weekends as needed
Grade: S26
Location: Multiple Locations, In person]

The Public Health Resource Nurse position (part-time) is a great opportunity for nurses looking for an impactful career path within public health. This part-time role offers flexible work hours and is ideal for nurses wanting to cultivate the perfect work-life balance.

What you can expect:

• Flexibility
• Dynamic orientation
• Supportive team environment
• Opportunity to serve a diverse community
• Work collaboratively with community partners to address public health priorities
• Focus on health education, health promotion and disease prevention

JOIN THE FAIRFAX COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT TEAM AND USE YOUR SKILLS AND ABILITIES TO “PROTECT, PROMOTE AND IMPROVE THE HEALTH AND QUALITY OF LIFE FOR ALL WHO LIVE, WORK AND PLAY IN OUR COMMUNITY.”

The Fairfax County Health Department is a progressive public health leader providing services that promote population health, protect public health and the environment, and ensure residents' equitable access to health services and information.

Under general supervision, this position works as part of the Health Services Division serving as a Public Health Nurse float pool, assigned to cover staffing needs in Health Services programs. Health Services programs may include a Public Health clinic, field sites (e.g. client home visits), schools, communicable disease responses and within the community to cover staffing and/or operational needs. Obtains health histories, identifies health needs, and develops health plans. Interprets results of screening tests, provides health education, and provides referrals to community resources as needed. Provides care coordination in schools or community settings. Must have a strong working knowledge of computers and effective communication skills. Collaborates with team members and partner agencies as needed to improve the health of the community. Must be accessible for assignments Monday through Friday.

Note: Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement. These are non-merit G-Status temporary positions. Cannot exceed 900 hours per calendar year. Appointee is not eligible for benefits and does not earn paid leave or holiday pay.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Graduation from a college or university accredited by the National League for Nursing or the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education with a bachelor's degree in Nursing; plus one year of work experience in a public health/community health setting; or two years of full-time post-licensure experience as a nurse in an equivalent health care setting whose focus was primarily prevention services and community education.

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. Selected positions or area(s) of assignment may require the incumbent to possess a valid motor vehicle driver's license.

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 a Sanction Screening to the satisfaction of the employer.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Preferred candidates will have two years of post-licensure experience working as a registered nurse in a public health/community health setting.
• Experience with phlebotomy and immunization skills.
• Experience providing home visits and/or long-term care.
• Demonstrates excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Adaptable to flexible scheduling and ability to work independently.
• Ability to establish and maintain collaborative connections with internal and external partners.
• Strong interpersonal abilities to communicate effectively and clearly with a diverse population
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Suite and other software applications.
• Bilingual skills a plus.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Employee is required to walk, stand, sit, bend, kneel, reach, climb stairs and carry equipment or young children up to 25 pounds in weight. Uses hands to grasp, handle or feel. Visual acuity is required to read data on a computer monitor. Ability to operate keyboard driven equipment. Ability to drive a vehicle. Position frequently communicates and must be able to exchange accurate information with others verbally and in writing. All duties performed with or without reasonable accommodations.

SELECTION PROCEDURE:
Panel interview; may include exercise.

To apply: Please complete the non-merit application and submit this form and a resume to HDjobs@fairfaxcounty.gov, or fax to 703-653-9441, referencing the position title and job number.

Agency: Health Department
Job#: ELT-HD-25005
Salary: Starting at $ 30.8610/hour, commensurate with experience
Location: Fairfax County locations

The Fairfax County Health Department is a progressive public health leader serving 1.2 million residents from diverse ethnic, cultural, and economic backgrounds. With more than 100 years of leadership in the field, we are committed to promoting population health, protecting public health and the environment, and ensuring residents’ equitable access to health services and information.

Under the supervision of the Public Health Nurse in the Health Department’s School Health Services Division, is responsible for providing basic nursing care services and supervision for students, in a Fairfax County Public School setting. Floating LPNs are assigned by the School Health Administrative Assistant to provide coverage in a variety of school locations across Fairfax County for long term, same day, or on an as needed basis. This position assesses and determines students’ health status and follows appropriate protocols to provide care, screening, and documentation. Monitors, and manages students with acute or chronic disease and/or disabilities and documents the care services provided in accordance with standard protocol. Manages medications, routine school health room activities and reviews and updates student health records daily. Assists in the monitoring and updating of student’s individual care plan. Compiles and submits health room statistics and reports using computer data entry skills. Maintains current BLS certification and nurse licensing requirements. Responds to medical emergencies and performs CPR and first aid.

Note: This is a non-merit E-status position. It cannot exceed 1560 hours per calendar year. Appointees 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, holiday pay or retirement benefits.

Minimum Qualifications: 
Graduation from an accredited Practical Nursing program; plus, one year of experience as a Licensed Practical Nurse.

Certificates and Licenses Required: 
Possession of current license or a multistate licensure privilege to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the Commonwealth of Virginia. The incumbent must possess a valid motor vehicle driver's license.
Some positions within this classification will require additional certifications and licenses, as defined by the position description and posted in job announcements.

Necessary Special Requirements:
The appointee to this position will be required to complete a Criminal Background Check and a Child Protective Services Registry to the satisfaction of the employer. Contingent upon the area of assignment, some positions within this class will require a National Provider Identifier. Must be able to travel to various school locations across Fairfax County. 
 
Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience providing health services to school aged children in ethnically diverse populations.
• Must have a high level of integrity and discretion in handling confidential information and professionalism in dealing with students, parents and colleagues.
• Demonstrates excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal abilities to communicate effectively and clearly with a diverse population and various stakeholders 
• Work independently and on interdisciplinary teams.
• Proficiency with technology and the ability to learn and adapt to new systems, software, Microsoft Office, and digital tools as needed.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills to ensure the safety and well-being of students. 
• Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability to respond effectively to situations and meet public health goals.
• Experience reviewing and administering childhood vaccinations.

Physical Requirements:
Employee is required to walk, stand, sit, bend, kneel, reach, climb stairs and carry equipment or young children up to 25 pounds in weight. Uses hands to grasp, handle or feel. Visual acuity is required to read data on a computer monitor. Ability to operate keyboard driven equipment. Must be able to travel to various school locations across Fairrfax county. . Ability to complete CPR BLS training and demonstrate resuscitation techniques in an emergency. Position frequently communicates and must be able to exchange accurate information with others verbally and in writing. All duties are performed with or without reasonable accommodation.

Selection Procedure:
Panel Interview.
 
To apply: Please submit resumes to HDjobs@fairfaxcounty.gov or you may fax to 703-653-9441. Please reference the position title and job number. Additionally, please fill out the downloadable supplemental questions here and FCHD Non-merit application here and submit them with your resume.

Agency: Department of Neighborhood and Community Services
Job #: ELT-NCS-25000
Salary: from $35.57 per hour
Status: Temporary, Part-time
Location: 12015 Rt. 50 Ste 200 Fairfax, VA 22033
Schedule: This position is scheduled to work an average of 17 per week not to exceed 900 hours per calendar year. There is no guarantee of a minimum number of hours. Hours are generally within the core county business hours of 8:00am-4:30pm with opportunity for work on evenings and weekends.

As part of a multidisciplinary team of early intervention providers and case managers, the speech-language pathologist is responsible for screening, evaluating, assessing, and developing Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSPs) for infants, toddlers, and their families for Part C services under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). The speech-language pathologist will also be responsible for implementing individualized services using natural learning environment practices.

Minimum Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a master's degree in speech pathology; Plus, one year of experience in speech pathology.

Preferred Qualifications: Experience working with families, infants, and toddlers, or working with children with special needs.

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 Tuberculosis (TB) screening upon hire. Contingent upon area of assignment, some positions within this class will require a National Provider Identifier. Virginia licensure and ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence required. Certification by Virginia as an Early Intervention Professional will need to be completed prior to start of work.

*Note: Individuals in these positions are not eligible for benefits and do not earn leave or receive holiday pay. 

To Apply: Please submit your resume via email to adriana.gallegogomez@fairfaxcounty.gov

Agency: CSB
Job#: ELT-CSB-25000
Hours: 30 hours per week*; Mon-Fri, typically between 8:am – 6:00pm based on program needs.
Salary: $44 - $54 per hour based on experience
Location: Sharon Bulova Center (formerly Merrifield Center), as well as meeting individuals in the community

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 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 required within 30 days of employment.
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.
BLS Certification.

To apply, please send your resume to: Judith.Yoder@fairfaxcounty.gov

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.

Agency: CSB
Job#: ELT-CSB-24019
Position Number: 52012857
Grade: S-21
Work Schedule: Day, Evenings, alternating weekends
Salary Range: $28.1393 - $46.8985

The Fairfax-Falls Church Community Services Board is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).
The chosen candidate will provide direct treatment and medical support for residents residing in the Fairfax Detoxification Center (FDC) and other residential Substance Use Treatment programs . Under Supervision of a nursing supervisor and medical provider, functions as a resource on medical issues for non-medical personnel. Serves as the liaison to community resource pharmacy and community medical providers. Provides clinical collaboration with physicians/medical staff and the mental health treatment team regarding medical support services to clients. Behavioral Health Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides assessment, outreach, support services, crisis intervention, education, and life skills training to Fairfax County citizens who are seriously mentally ill or those with co-occurring Mental Health and Substance Abuse Disorders.  Conducts and gathers relevant research information on medical services and educates program staff. Provides accurate and timely written documentation on clients and the program. Visually observes physical appearance of clients and monitors their behaviors. Encourages client’s compliance with program rules and expectations. This position is designated emergency series personnel and is expected to report for duty even in cases of inclement weather.
 
(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.)
•    Provides nursing services to individuals in residential settings;
•    Administers medications and performs treatments;
•    Performs appropriate height, weight, and waist circumference measurements;
•    Administers immunizations under the supervision of a licensed medical practitioner or registered professional nurse;
•    Solicits contraindications and medical history prior to each injection;
•    Assists in pharmacy collaboration;
•    Performs necessary laboratory tests and/or specimen collections per agency protocol (e.g., venipuncture; finger, foot, and heel stick; blood pressure checks; and urine testing);
•    Records and reports testing and specimen collection findings;
•    Prepares lab specimens collected for shipment to other labs;
•    Maintains a neat clinic area, assuring supply room is properly stocked and organized and that equipment is cleaned, sterilized and maintained in good working order.

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 practical nursing skills gained through an accredited practical nursing program;
•    Skill in performing technical nursing procedures (e.g., injections, venipuncture, blood pressure screening);
•    Ability to identify questionable test findings;
•    Ability to perform CPR or perform emergency treatment for life-threatening conditions;
•    Ability to elicit sufficient pertinent medical information from a client and record a medical history that is complete and accurate;
•    Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with clients and staff members.
Note: This position may not exceed 900 hours per calendar year.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Graduation from an accredited Licensed Practical Nursing school plus one year of work experience in behavioral health, substance disorder, or another related field.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
One-year post-licensure experience working as an LPN preferably in a dual diagnosis substance disorder, and behavioral health setting.
Demonstrates excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Adaptable to flexible scheduling and ability to work independently.
Ability to work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary treatment team and maintain good working relationships with both staff and clients.

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED:
Possession of current LPN license, and CPR card.

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. 

Email Cover letters and resumes to: jennifer.scrivener@fairfaxcounty.gov

Agency: CSB
Job#: ELT-CSB-22010
Salary: 34.71 - $57.84 Hourly
Hours: Day shift, night shift, overnights, and weekends
Location: Chantilly, Virginia

Exciting opportunity to work with multidisciplinary team at the Fairfax Detoxification Center, in a community-based residential setting. Staff is being enhanced and expanded to provide integrated services, addressing substance use, and mental health disorders as well as co-occurring primary care needs. Programming includes medical and clinically managed detoxification, case management, and referral services. The nursing staff is responsible for clinical, medical, and primary care issues including serving as a liaison to community resource pharmacies and community medical providers. Provides clinical collaboration with physicians/medical staff and the mental health treatment team regarding medical support services to clients. Provides nursing assessment, outreach, support services, crisis intervention, education, COVID-19 testing, and life skills training to Fairfax County citizens who are seriously mentally ill or those actively detoxing from substance and/or with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders. Conducts and gathers relevant research information on medical services and educates program staff. Provides accurate and timely written documentation on clients and the program. Visually observes physical appearances of clients, monitor their vital signs and behaviors. Administer medications including PO medications and injections. Documents medication administration accurately in MARs and in Electronic Health Records (EHR). This position is designated emergency series personnel and is expected to report on duty even in case of inclement weather. 

Minimum Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college or university with an associate degree in nursing; plus, two years of post-licensure experience as a nurse.  

Preferred Qualifications: Extensive experience working with substance abuse and/or psychiatry nursing, medical/surgical.

Special Requirements: RN License to practice in the state of VA; CPR and AED certification card

To apply: Please email Rosaline Nankam at rosaline.nankam@fairfaxcounty.gov

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

Agency: Community Services Board
Job#: ELT-CSB-21012
Pay Grade: X01
Location: Merrifield and/or Gartlan and/or Reston

The Fairfax-Falls Church CSB is recruiting for a part time Adult Outpatient Psychiatrist. 
The CSB is a large public behavioral health care system that serves all of Fairfax County in Northern Virginia, and serves approximately 24,000 clients per year. The CSB provides a comprehensive array of services for children and adults with SPMI/SED, and/or substance use disorders and/or intellectual disabilities. These services include:

• 24-hour residential crises stabilization
• 24 hour, 7 days per week emergency services
• Partial hospitalization
• Outpatient and case management
• Medical detox
• PACT/Homeless Outreach
• Short and long term residential treatment for co-occurring disorders
• Jail diversion
• Forensics

The CSB has a large medical staff that includes 35 full-time psychiatrists, primary care providers, a pediatrician, nurses (LPN, RN CNS, NP), and a physician assistant. To learn more about the Fairfax-Falls Church Community Services Board, please email inquiries to the CSB Medical Director: Colton.Hand@fairfaxcounty.gov.

ILLUSTRATIVE DUTIES:

• Prescribes treatment plan and psychotropic medication based on medication evaluation.
• Supports other therapists in emergency psychiatric evaluations. 
• Responds to requests for assistance in crisis intervention situations as part of a combined staff approach.
• Leads or participates in administrative, programmatic, and clinical meetings.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Extensive knowledge of modern psychiatric theory and practice.
• Thorough knowledge of causes, treatment, and prevention of mental illness.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective and cooperative relations with professional,
• administrative, and other persons working in related fields, such as local welfare and public
• health departments, schools, courts, law enforcement hospitals and other institutions.
• Ability to plan and execute work effectively.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Doctor of Medicine degree. Completion of approved residency training in psychiatry

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check, a Child Protective Services Registry, and a check with the Office of the Inspector General (OIG) to the satisfaction of the employer.

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED:
Possession of a license to practice medicine in the State of Virginia.  Will require a National Provider Identifier.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience with treatment of serious mental illness and substance use disorders in a community setting. Computer literate. Proficient in Spanish.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
This position requires one to be able to stand, stoop, bend, stretch, walk, climb, sit, type on a
keyboard, and lift up to 20 pounds; and read, write, type/use a computer.

SELECTION PROCEDURE: Panel interview.

To apply, please send your application to Debra.Obeirne@fairfaxcounty.gov and please include responses to the following questions:

1. Do you have a Doctor of Medicine degree?
2. Have you successfully completed an approved residency training in psychiatry by the time you will be starting in the position?
3. Do you possess a valid license to practice medicine in the state of Virginia?
4. Please indicate the license number(s) and the expiration date