Agency: Department of Family Services, PAES Division
Job#: ELT-DFS-25006
Schedule: Monday through Friday, 30–40 hours per week 
Hourly Pay: $26.12hrly 
Location: Reston, Virginia

Do you want to make a difference in the lives of your community members by helping them access crucial support services? We’re looking for dedicated and detail-oriented professionals to join our team as Human Service Worker II in Energy Assistance. This important role ensures eligible households receive the assistance they need to meet their energy costs and may also support the Percentage of Payment Program (PIPP) as required.

What You’ll Do

• Determine applicants’ eligibility for the Energy Assistance Program using Federal, State, and local guidelines.
• Assist applicants in compiling and interpreting necessary documents for eligibility verification.
• Communicate effectively with clients, service providers, colleagues, and members of the public, explaining and applying various policies.
• Thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative team environment while managing multiple tasks effectively.
• Utilize advanced automated technology to document case files, collect and verify data, and generate reports.
• Build and maintain strong interpersonal and professional relationships while conveying information clearly through verbal and written communication.

Minimum Qualifications
Any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to a bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university.

Preferred Qualifications
The ideal candidate will bring:

• A bachelor’s degree and a proven track record working with public assistance programs.
• Experience in systems like VACMS, ECMS, and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, and Outlook).
• Knowledge of Federal, State, and local public assistance regulations and the ability to apply them accurately.
• Exceptional communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to prioritize workloads, adhere to deadlines, and work independently while mastering complex policies and procedures.
• Familiarity with using automated technologies effectively in a professional setting.

Additional Details
Annual Hours Cap: Maximum of 1,560 hours per calendar year.
Benefits: Eligible for limited benefits, including medical, vision, and dental insurance, as well as participation in flexible spending programs. (Note: This position is ineligible for paid leave or holiday pay.)
Telework Option: Telework available for up to 60% of the workweek after the first 30 days of employment.

If you’re passionate about helping your community, enjoy variety in your work, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this is the position for you! Join us to support families in meeting their energy needs while advancing your career in public services.

To apply: Please send a copy of your resume to Jodie White - Jodie.white@fairfaxcounty.gov
 

Agency: Department of Family Services, Adult & Aging, Adult Protective Services Division
Job#: ELT-DFS-25005
Salary: $32.42/hour to start commensurate with experience
Location: Annadale

Challenging temporary opportunity to work as part of the Adult and Aging Division’s Adult Protective Services (APS) program.  This appointee will conduct investigations in response to reports of abuse, neglect and/or exploitation of the elderly and incapacitated adults to include institutional investigations. 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. Assesses the need for Guardianship/Conservatorship and facilitates the process to include medical documentation, preparation of information required for petitions, testimony in court and advocacy. Assesses the need for mental health intervention, assists with the mental health detention process and testifies in the legal hearings. Attends court hearings and provides professional and legal testimony as needed.
Expected duration of employment is no more than 6 months. 

Note: This is a non-merit G-Status temporary position that 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 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.

Contingent upon the area of assignment, some positions within this class may require specific certification(s) prior to employment and/or the ability to acquire necessary certification(s) within a specified time period following employment. The certifications are identified in the position description and employment advertisement.

Special Requirements:
The appointee to this position must satisfactorily complete a criminal background check, a check of the Child Protective Services Registry and a driving record check. Driver’s license or ability to efficiently access other means of transportation in order to meet with clients and other community service providers.

Preferred Qualifications: 
Master's degree in social work (MSW) is preferred. 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. 

Physical Requirements: This job requires the ability to drive to client homes and facilities, use keyboard driven equipment and computer, and telephone/cell phone. 

Please Note: Position is in Annandale Region.

To Apply: Send cover letter and resume by email to Rebecca.Mitchell@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.
 

Agency: Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court
Job#: ELT-JDR-21000
Salary: Part-time, no benefits 
Hours: Average of 4 to 12 hours of class per week, held primarily in the evenings and on weekends
Location: 10700 Page Avenue, Suite 201 Fairfax, VA 22030 

Two Alcohol Safety Action Program group leader positions are vacant. These positions perform at the level of a Probation Counselor I (S-20.) 

Under supervision and within the guidelines of a VASAP-approved curriculum, the group leaders prepare and instruct a 10-hour or 8-hour alcohol and/or drug and driver education program appropriate to the classification level for the class. They are responsible for implementing several Fairfax County ASAP policies and procedures. Minimum qualifications include a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a major in psychology, sociology, social work, criminal justice, counseling, or related field, plus one year of graduate study and two years of experience in leading psych educational programs. Knowledge of classroom techniques and knowledge of substance abuse and its personal and societal effects is a must. Preferred qualifications include a master’s degree from an accredited college or university with a major in psychology, sociology, social work, criminal justice, counseling or related field, plus two years psych educational instruction experience.  

Please email resumes to Elwood.Jones@fairfaxcounty.gov

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.