Agency: Family Services
Job#: ELT-DFS-26007
Hours: Incumbent will have flexibility to set his/her own schedule, within the confines of Monday-Friday, between the hours of 8-4:30 pm.  
Salary: Starting hourly rate is $33 per hour.

Please note that this is a temporary (not to exceed 40 hours per week and a maximum of 900 hours annually), non-benefitted position. Some telework may be granted, at the discretion of the supervisor.  Some in-office work will be mandatory.

This is an exciting time to join Fairfax County Government as we shape racial and social equity policies in the county through the One Fairfax Policy. Using this framework, we intentionally consider equity when making policies or delivering programs and services. To learn more, we highly encourage you to watch the Becoming One Fairfax—An Introduction to Key Concepts video by clicking here and visit the One Fairfax webpage here.

ABOUT THIS POSITION:
Under direct supervision, provides one-on-one Medicare counseling utilizing appropriate database to help clients analyze and compare Medicare health plan and prescription drug plan options and access other benefits. Ensures the delivery of program services through support of volunteers. Performs data collection activities in support of requirements attached to appropriate programming. Provides professional analytic and technical work, data management and research related to services provided as a member of the Virginia Insurance Counseling and Assistance Program (VICAP) Unit. Measures and analyzes indicators of performance in accordance with VICAP, Medicare Improvements for Patients and Providers Act (MIPPA), Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP) and any other requirements under the VICAP unit. Exercises independent judgment and expertise in the application of knowledge of agency and community services and related policies and procedures regarding Medicare and Dual Eligibility Medicaid. Complies with policies and guidelines for counselors, including those regarding confidentiality and reporting of VICAP activities. Analyzes, problem-solves, and provides information about, and assistance with, issues related to Medicare, Dual Eligibility Medicaid, supplemental health insurance, long-term care insurance, other related health insurance programs, and Medicare fraud and abuse. Supports outreach at Medicare training to non-profit/older-adults, community groups and internal customers.

Illustrative Duties:

• Analysis and Counseling: Exercises independent judgment and expertise in the application of knowledge of agency and community services and related policies and procedures regarding Medicare and Dual Eligibility Medicaid, coverage, access, claims, financial assistance and health and prescription plans to assess client needs. Researches available options for clients and presents options and information. Handles complex client cases by navigating through a variety of applicable databases, applications, and systems. Uses internet-based programs to help clients compare health plan and prescription drug plan options and access other benefits as appropriate. Develops and maintains effective working relationships with internal and external customers to produce efficient solutions to customer needs and concerns. Provides one-on-one counseling in person, by phone, at various locations and during enrollment events. Assists with MIPPA applications (Low Income Subsidy-LIS and Medicare Savings Programs-MSP applications).
• Data Management: Maintains and analyzes programmatic data collection in the appropriate state and local databases. Performs data collection activities that support federal and state mandates. Assists with measuring and analyzing indicators of performance, quality, quantity and efficiency of services under the scope of VICAP unit work.
• Coordination and Education: Executes education and public outreach on Medicare and related functions. Facilitates enrollment events in the community to internal and external partners. Develops, schedules and supports outreach at Medicare training and enrollment events to non-profit/senior groups and internal customers.
• Attendance at the annual state trainings is required by the contract with the Fairfax VICAP program.
• Other duties as assigned to support the work of the Adult & Aging Division

Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of mission, goals, and objectives of Area Agencies on Aging, and community services regarding Medicare and Medicaid, as it relates to dual eligible beneficiaries, supplemental health insurance, long-term care insurance, other related health insurance programs, and fraud.
• Knowledge of the principles, practices and techniques governing management, organization, operations, and programmatic services.
• Ability to work in person with members of the public.
• Ability to identify possible solutions for solving business problems.
• Ability to be certified as a Virginia Insurance Counselor for Medicare within 60 days of start.
• Ability to perform a variety of fact-finding techniques.
• Effective interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing including effective presentation skills.
• Ability to use word processing and presentation software to prepare documents, presentations, and to use spreadsheet and statistical analysis software packages to store, manipulate, analyze and present data.
• Ability to maintain professional commitment.
• Ability to implement effective relational skills.
• Ability to display cultural competence through scope of work and interactions with others.

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED:
SHIP/VICAP State certification: Certification as a Virginia Insurance Counselor for Medicare required within 60 days of hire. Annual re-certification required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Currently certified as a Virginia Insurance Counselor for Medicare.
• Experience in the field of aging and long-term care services.
• Experience providing unbiased counseling to consumers to resolve concerns related to Medicare claims.
• Experience with programs serving adults, caregivers, adults with disabilities, adult protective services, elder rights, and fraud prevention.
• Experience in public speaking and giving presentations both in-person and through virtual platforms.

SELECTION PROCEDURE: 
Panel Interview and may include a practical exercise.

Send resumes to Linda.Hernandez-Giblin@fairfaxcounty.gov.

Agency: Department of Family Services, Adult Protective Services
Job#: ELT-DFS-26006
Hours: Incumbent will have flexibility to set his/her own schedule, within the confines of Monday-Friday, between the hours of 8-4:30 pm.  Some telework may be granted, at the discretion of the supervisor.  Some in-office work will be mandatory. 
Salary: Starting hourly rate is $33 per hour.
Please note that this is a part-time, non-benefitted position.  

This is an exciting time to join Fairfax County Government as we shape racial and social equity policies in the county through the One Fairfax Policy. Using this framework, we intentionally consider equity when making policies or delivering programs and services. To learn more, we highly encourage you to watch the Becoming One Fairfax—An Introduction to Key Concepts video by clicking here and visit the One Fairfax webpage here.

ABOUT THIS POSITION: 
Under supervision, this position works as part of a comprehensive adult services program. Many of the duties and responsibilities included but are not limited to the following:

• Conduct investigations in response to reports of abuse, neglect, and/or exploitation involving older adults and incapacitated adults in their own homes, community, and facility settings. The investigations include residents of nursing facilities, hospitals, assisted living facilities, group homes, and participants in day programs.  
• Assesses the need and extent of protective services required and in collaboration with the client, their support systems, and other public and private service providers, arranges for the necessary services to prevent/ameliorate the abuse, neglect, or exploitation.
• Conducts comprehensive assessments using the adult protective services risk assessment and the Virginia Uniform assessment instrument (UAI) to evaluate risk of abuse, neglect, and exploitation and to assess physical health, mental health, cognitive functioning, behavior, functional health, environment, financial situation, and formal/informal support systems.
• Develops a client-centered, solution- focused Care plan to prevent/ameliorate abuse, neglect, or exploitation. Care plan development may include obtaining input from multidisciplinary teams. The care plan Includes development of formal and informal support systems.
• Responds to emergency cases to stabilize the situation.
• Assesses older adults and incapacitated adults who are at imminent risk to self and/or others and works collaboratively in the detention Process with police and community services board staff.
• Acts as the petitioner for detentions.
• Attends court hearings and provides professional testimony.
• Utilizes state and local data systems for client record keeping, tracking, and interagency collaboration.
• Serves on interagency, departmental, and community work groups.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master's degree in social work.
• One year of professional social work experience working with older adults or adults with disabilities and their caregivers within a long-term care system.
• Bilingual is helpful.
• Working knowledge of community-based and long-term care services.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Good organizational skills.
• Experience using automated technology and software programs such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

SELECTION PROCEDURE:
Panel interview; may include written exercise.

Send resumes to Rebecca.Mitchell@fairfaxcounty.gov
 

Agency: Family Services
Job#: ELT-DFS-26004
Hours: The hired candidate will work no more than 900 hours per year. Hours to be determined 8AM-5:30 p.m., Mon-Fri, when Fairfax County Public Schools are in session.   
Salary: The starting salary range is $33/hour-$55/hour, depending on experience. 

Do you want to be a part of a team that makes a difference in the lives of children and families? The Division of Children, Youth and Families (CYF) of the Department of Family Services (DFS) is seeking a part-time CPS Hotline Specialist to receive, evaluate and document reports of suspected child abuse and neglect. We are looking for someone who is committed to children’s safety and family preservation, possesses good critical thinking and decision-making skills, and thrives in a fast-paced environment. 

The CPS Hotline Specialist is a member of the Child Protective Services (CPS) Hotline. The primary responsibilities of this position are to screen and document reports (i.e., telephone, oral, written, fax, and/or email) of child abuse and/or neglect; serve as a policy expert on the related Virginia Code; and assess the nature and extent of need. Much of the work is accomplished through facilitating multidisciplinary team meetings to make screening decisions. Must work during County observed Holidays when Fairfax County Public Schools are operational.  

DFS is committed to strengthening the well-being of its diverse community by protecting and improving the lives of all children, adults, and families through assistance, partnership, advocacy, outreach, and quality services. To learn more about DFS and its Mission, Vision, and Values, please click here. 

PLEASE NOTE: This is a part-time, non-merit (no benefits) opportunity to work on behalf of children and families in Fairfax County. The position is needed year-round, primarily when Fairfax County Public Schools are in session. 

Duties of the CPS Hotline Specialist include: 

• Evaluates and determines if the reported information of child abuse and/neglect meets the statutory and agency guidelines for child maltreatment.
• Serves as subject matter expert surrounding state and local policies on screening child abuse and neglect referrals.  
• Implements and leads the Review, Evaluate, and Direct (RED) Team of CYF Safe & Connected Model to determine the validity, response time, and track assignment for reports of child abuse and neglect.  
• Provides information and referral resources, and brief (immediate) crisis intervention to callers for referrals/inquiries that do not warrant a CPS intervention.  
• Uses automated technology in multiple systems to support the decision-making and assignment process.
• Documents all validated and invalidated referrals in the automated computer systems, OASIS in accordance with state and local policy.  
• Assigns validated referrals by alerting assigned worker/supervisor of referral.  
• Provides an overview of the CPS Hotline process to staff, supervisors, and managers.  
• Performs other duties as assigned to ensure child safety and improve outcomes in families. 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 

• Knowledge of child protection laws, rules, and regulations.
• Knowledge of conducting child protective services assessment and investigation.  
• Knowledge of foster care and adoption laws, rules, and regulations  
• Ability to gather needed information to inform decision-making.  
• Ability to interview, assess needs, counsel, and refer callers and reporters to other resources as needed.  
• Ability to apply critical thinking skills, knowledge, and research to decision-making.  
• Ability to assess safety and risk.  
• Ability to meet deadlines and keep up with documentation.
• Ability to effectively facilitate group decision-making 

All Fairfax County Government employees are expected to adhere to the Standards of Conduct. In maintaining a drug free workplace, employees are prohibited from manufacturing, distributing, possessing, using or being under the influence of alcohol or illegal drugs while at work or on county premises. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor's degree, plus two years of professional social work experience. A master's degree in a related field may be substituted for one year of the required experience. 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: 
•    Master's degree in social work (MSW) or a related human services degree. 
•    Experience in child protective services investigations and/or on-going. 
•    Experience working with CPS computer automated systems (i.e., Virginia Department of Social Services (VDSS) database such as SPIDeR and OASIS) 
•    Fluent in Spanish and English. 

Send resumes to Lisa Borja at lisa.borja@fairfaxcounty.gov.

Agency: Family Services
Job#: ELT-DFS-26003
Salary: $27.59 - $45.98 Hourly
Location: PENNINO BUILDING, 12011 GOVERNMENT CENTER PKWY, FAIRFAX

Do you want to be a part of a team that makes a difference in the lives of children and youth in foster care?  Do you want to focus on family connections and supporting kinship caregivers?  As a Social Services Specialist III, you will be a member of a team leading the way for relative search and engagement for children and youth in foster care.  

We are looking for people who are committed to children’s permanency, safety, and well-being; possess good critical thinking and decision-making skills; thrive in a fast-paced environment; and demonstrate good leadership skills. While this job is challenging, this is more than a job—it is an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of children and families.

The Division of Children, Youth, and Families (CYF) of the Department of Family Services (DFS) is seeking a Resource and Support Specialist (Social Services Specialist III) to support the Foster Care and Adoption (FC&A) Resource and Support Program.  This SSS III will support a variety of functions within the program, specifically the Division’s priority of locating, engaging, and placing with kinship caregivers. As an agency, DFS is committed to strengthening the well-being of its diverse community by protecting and improving the lives of all children, adults, and families through assistance, partnership, advocacy, outreach, and quality services. To learn more about DFS and its Mission, Vision, and Values, please click here.

Under the direction of a Social Services Supervisor, the SSS III Specialist will perform tasks independently to protect children and build family resilience as articulated by local, state, and federal policies and laws. This position may require afterhours work responsibilities.  Must be able to travel out of the area by car or plane as needed.

In this position, you will be supported by a leadership team of caring people working together to keep children safe, build permanent connections, and foster resiliency.  You will make an impact by:

• Working with kinship caregivers to complete the mutual family assessment process for placement of children and/or youth in their homes.
• Provide ongoing support for kinship foster families certified through the Department of Family Services.
• Participate as a member of a professional team working together to support the family, specifically in areas of grief and loss, permanency goals, bridging the gap, parenting challenges, trauma and the role of the foster parent.
• Provide support to kinship navigators as needed. Support may include calling and engaging relatives around the possibility of being a placement option or support to current kinship caregivers; participation in high-risk CPS and foster care staffings; completing paperwork for kinship waiver placements; or transporting resources to the kinship home.
• Additional responsibilities include reapproving kinship foster families every three years, monitoring home for state and federal compliance standards, and completing adoption addendums to ensure permanency, as required.
• This position also performs other duties as assigned and requires some weekend, holiday and after-hours work. The primary purpose of the CYF Division is to ensure child safety and improve outcomes in families. To ensure that the division can carry out its purpose and meet the agency s responsibilities related to child safety, permanence, and wellbeing, the CYF director may reassign this position s related work duties and responsibilities within the job class.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of foster care and adoption laws, rules and regulations.
• Ability to interview, assess needs, counsel, and refer clients to other resources as needed.
• Ability to apply critical thinking, knowledge, and research.
• Ability to perform comprehensive assessments.
• Ability to schedule and manage workload sufficiently to meet deadlines.
• Knowledge and skills to work with separation and loss, family systems, conflict resolution, reunification processes of kinship families.
• Possesses excellent communication skills, both oral and written with a specific emphasis on transparent and sensitive communication with clients, colleagues, supervisors, community members, including the ability to communicate at all levels.
• Ability to use automated technology to establish and maintain case records.

Grow your career with Fairfax County!
With more than 16,000 employees, Fairfax County is a diverse workforce offering employees stimulating and challenging opportunities across a broad scope of career opportunities. As a Fairfax County employee, you impact the well-being of our community every day.

This is an exciting time to join Fairfax County Government as we shape racial and social equity policies in the county through the One Fairfax Policy. Using this framework, we intentionally consider equity when making policies or delivering programs and services. To learn more, we highly encourage you to watch the Becoming One Fairfax—An Introduction to Key Concepts video and visit the One Fairfax webpage here.

Finally, click here to learn more about learn more about our Department of Family Services, meet our director and some of our practitioners, watch a short video to learn more about this position, read the top 5 reasons to come work with us, and check out the great benefits, including excellent paid leave, health plans, and retirement plans. In addition to the many County benefits, working with us gives you access to supervision towards becoming a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, our Child Welfare Institute onboarding academy, and practice guidance grounded in the Safe & Connected™ practice model.

All Fairfax County Government employees are expected to adhere to the Standards of Conduct. In maintaining a drug free workplace, employees are prohibited from manufacturing, distributing, possessing, using or being under the influence of alcohol or illegal drugs while at work or on county premises.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in a Human Services field OR minimum of a Bachelor's degree in any field with a minimum of two years of appropriate and related experience in a Human Services area (Section 22VAC40-670-20 of the Administrative Code of Virginia).

In order to be evaluated for positions in the Family Services Occupational Group, individuals who do not meet the degree requirement at the time of application for employment must be in their last semester of a degree program that will meet the requirements listed above.

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED
Valid 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, and a driving record check to the satisfaction of the employer.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master's degree in social work (MSW) or a related human services degree
• Experience in performing child protective investigations, foster care and/or family preservation services
• Bilingual: English/Spanish
• Experience in performing case management services in a child welfare setting (child protective services, foster care, adoption, family prevention, permanency planning, or domestic/sexual violence)

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Work requires performing tasks with risks of secondary traumatic stress (STS). Ability to navigate through and make decisions in stressful and crisis situations Sufficiently mobile to travel outside the office for client contact, court appearances, community events, and to conduct family assessments and investigations of allegations of child abuse and neglect. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Ability to use automated technology. Must be able to operate a motor vehicle and make use of personal vehicle. All duties performed with or without reasonable accommodations.

SELECTION PROCEDURE:
Panel interview and may include a practical exercise.

Please send resumes to Amanda Macaulay - amanda.macaulay@fairfaxcounty.gov

 

Agency: Family Services
Job#: ELT-DFS-26000
Hours: Monday – Friday, 8-4:30 pm
Pay Range: $22 - $28 per hour, based on relevant experience.  

Fairfax County Department of Family Services – Employment Services is seeking reliable and organized individuals with a dynamic professional attitude to provide administrative and program support to the Summer Educating Youth through Employment (EYE) program. The Summer EYE program serves young people ages 16–24 by providing job readiness, leadership, and professional development training and places them into paid work experiences. EYE program counselors will be required to build and maintain strong relationships with clients, partners, employers, and community service providers, and to deliver ongoing support as needed. Duties include data entry, compiling weekly reports, and maintaining a flexible and accommodating environment to support all stakeholders. EYE counselors will work as a team to participate in, coordinate, facilitate, and develop training curricula, events, presentations, and job fairs.

A successful applicant will be:

• An active listener
• A quick learner
• Personable
• Adaptable
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment and handle day-to-day operations with a focus on efficiency and customer service.

Successful EYE program counselors will also have effective communication skills to serve individuals and families from diverse backgrounds and provide extensive support to young adults who face challenges obtaining employment. EYE youth come from diverse backgrounds and may have physical or hidden disabilities, experienced homelessness, been involved in the justice system, or otherwise confront diverse social and economic challenges. Ideal candidates will provide a person-centered, equity-focused, asset-based approach to coaching and will build trusting relationships with youth. Additionally, possessing qualities such as an energetic, flexible, and professional demeanor, along with a willingness to assume various roles and tasks based on program needs, is essential for success in this role.

EYE counselors will be required to provide services throughout Northern Virginia, including Fairfax, Loudoun, and Prince William counties. County vehicles are available for use.

Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma or GED. A valid driver’s license and reliable transportation are required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience delivering services and providing resources to young adults between the ages of 16 to 24.  
• Completion of a minimum of 60 undergraduate college credits (junior status).  
• Majors of Social Work, Human Services, Sociology, and Public Administration are encouraged to apply.  
• Knowledge of social, economic, health, and cultural factors that can serve as barriers to employment.  
• Knowledge of labor market conditions and job development techniques.  
• Knowledge of word processing and data management programs (Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and survey software).  
• Clear and concise oral and written communication skills.  

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to input, access, and retrieve information from a computer.  
• Ability to perform repetitive hand, arm, wrist, and shoulder movements.  
• Sufficiently mobile to work with clients and employers.  
• All duties performed with or without reasonable accommodations.  

To apply: Submit your resume by email at DFSEYE@fairfaxcounty.gov.
 

Agency: Health Department
Job#: ELT-HD-25000
Hours: see below
Salary: Starting at $35.5742/hr., commensurate with experience

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 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 the School Health program. Responsibilities are to provide a variety of community health services to diverse populations in the school community, using a multi-disciplinary approach.  Assesses, evaluates, and monitors students, families and school health needs; conducts school and home visits; provides care coordination, case finding, and disease prevention outreach and health promotion for students, families and communities.  Must have a strong working knowledge of computers, and ability to provide health related training in the school community. Must be accessible for assignments Monday through Friday.

Note: This is a non-merit G-Status temporary position. 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 post-licensure nursing experience.

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.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
The appointee to this position will be required to complete a Criminal Background check, a Child Protective Services Registry, and a Sanction Screening to the satisfaction of the employer. 

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.
• Ability to establish and maintain collaborative connections with internal and external partners.
• Work independently and on interdisciplinary teams.
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Suite and other software applications
• At least one year of direct supervisory experience of paraprofessional staff or has demonstrated work experience monitoring and directing the work of others.

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. 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 performed with or without reasonable accommodations.

SELECTION PROCEDURE:
Panel interview; may include exercise.

To apply: Please submit a resume through Indeed or go to the Fairfax County Non-Merit/Seasonal Jobs section on the Fairfax County Jobs page, under “Health Care” Section. Resumes can be submitted to HDjobs@fairfaxcounty.gov or may fax to 703-653-9441. Please reference the position title and job number.
 

The Office of Elections is currently recruiting voters to serve as Election Officers a few days a year. Election Officers are needed at each of the 242 precincts in Fairfax County to run the polls and assist the voters. Election Officers must be registered voters in Virginia and complete required training and forms. You may choose to accept the $175 stipend for a full day, or volunteer your time. Click here for details about becoming an Election Officer.