What are the responsibilities and job description for the Behavioral Health Senior Clinician- Behavioral Health Outpatient Services position at Fairfax County, VA?
Salary : $77,640.16 - $129,399.50 Annually
Location : FAIRFAX (HH12), VA
Job Type : FT Salary W BN
Job Number : 25-00379
Department : Community Services Board
Opening Date : 02 / 08 / 2025
Closing Date : 2 / 21 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Eastern
Pay Grade : S27
Posting Type : Open to General Public
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2,500 Sign-On Bonus
An exciting opportunity exists to be part of a state-of-the-art clinical treatment facility where integrated treatment in behavioral health care is on the cutting edge. This case management / treatment provider position serves adults with serious mental illness (SMI), substance dependence disorders (SUD), and co-occurring disorders, who may also have developmental disabilities and / or physical illnesses. Functions independently in a multidisciplinary team, as primary case manager / therapist performing a comprehensive array of professional assessment and treatment services for the most acute adult behavioral health population. May additionally support substance dependence treatment programming to include group therapy modality of treatment. Case management duties include providing both outpatient and community-based care, completing urinalyses and breathalyzers, linking, monitoring, and collaborating with family and various community partners such as PCPs, Probation and Parole, court system, Department of Family Services, etc., maintaining detailed electronic health records, and meeting state, local and federal performance contract expectations. A strong commitment to program development with an approach of "nothing is impossible" is required.
The CSB strives to create a work environment that facilitates professional growth by broadening your skill base with extensive training and development, modeling best practices in employee relations, employee recognition programs and advancement opportunities along with providing a highly competitive wage and benefits package. 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 , 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. Operating as part of Fairfax County government's human services system the CSB provides a wide array of services offering opportunities for career growth and advancement.
Additional Job Traits :
- Ability to perform assessments specific to the needs of a SMI / SUD / Co-occurring population
Strong / expert level Case Management skills
Adherence to the Recovery Model
Computer literate in Electronic Health Record
Knowledge of CSB, County, and community resources
Culturally competent.
More information about CSB Services may be found at (fairfaxcounty.gov).
Position may be underfilled as a Behavioral Health Clinician in Residence; the underfill requirements are stated below in the Employment Standards section.
Here are some of the benefits CSB employees enjoy :
The population of Fairfax County is very diverse where 38.7% of residents speak a language other than English at home () and CSB recognizes that staff competence speaking a variety of languages is necessary to meet client needs. We encourage candidate's bilingual in English and a foreign language to apply. A foreign language skills stipend of up to $1,300 / year (full-time) may be given for qualified bi-lingual employees.
The CSB provides clinical supervision for employees who are registered as licensed eligible mental health in one of the following areas : Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Substance Abuse Treatment Practitioner or Clinical Nurse Specialist.
In addition, to recognize and reinforce the importance of professional development and enhance future recruitment of licensed professionals, if approved, the licensure supervisors will receive a stipend of $1,500 paid out biweekly over a 12-month period whether for one or more Department of Health licensure candidates.
TELEHEALTH : Service provisions are based on client and program need. Some positions offer services via telehealth for non-acute services. Other positions may offer limited opportunities for telework. Teleworking options may vary by service area.
License / Certification Reimbursement - Reimbursement for job related licenses and / or certifications once per year.
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Illustrative Duties
Employment Standards
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :
Graduation from an accredited college with a master's degree in social work, psychology, counseling, or nursing; plus two years of clinical experience.
CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED :
Possession of a current license to practice in the Commonwealth of Virginia in one of the following :
Licensed Clinical Social Worker,
Licensed Professional Counselor,
Clinical Psychologist,
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist,
Licensed Substance Abuse Treatment Practitioner or
Clinical Nurse Specialist.
UNDERFILL REQUIREMENTS :
This vacancy may be underfilled at the level of Behavioral Health Clinician in Residence (S26, $773,994.34 - $123,324.03). The employment standards for the Behavioral Health Clinician in Residence are :
Ability to register as a licensed eligible mental health professional within 90 days of the appointment and able to qualify for licensure requirement to practice in the Commonwealth of Virginia within 3 years of employment in one of the following : Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Substance Abuse Treatment Practitioner or Clinical Nurse Specialist.
Click to view the complete details and KSAs for the Behavioral Health Clinician in Residence. Upon completion of an underfill agreement (which will require that the employee meet the employment standards stated above in addition to obtaining competencies and licensures defined by the hiring agency) the employee will be elevated to the level of Behavioral Health Senior Clinician.
Note : A registered licensed eligible mental health professional has been approved by the applicable Virginia health regulatory board as a supervisee in clinical social work or a resident in clinical psychology, professional counseling, substance abuse treatment practice, or marriage and family therapy.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS :
This position is emergency / essential services personnel. (Required to report for duty during inclement weather and / or other emergencies.)
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :
Experience with crisis management.
Experience applying and knowledge of DSM and diagnostic intake procedures.
Experience with psychotropic medication and its effects, as well as in-depth biopsychosocial history development.
Certification in substance abuse counseling.
Experienced and skilled in motivational interviewing, and stages of change.
Demonstrated knowledge of alcohol and / or drug addiction and the physiological and psychological effects.
Experience effectively communicating with diverse bilingual / multi-lingual populations or utilizing language access tools in a behavioral health setting.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :
Work is located in community and office. Ability to independently transport self and fulfill duties at other sites as needed. Ability to drive county vehicle. Ability to access, input and retrieve information from a computer. Ability to observe, process, and document clinical information and make clinical interventions appropriate to client needs. All duties performed with or without reasonable accommodations.
SELECTION PROCEDURE :
Panel interview and may include a practical exercise.
Fairfax County Government prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce.
Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and / or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact 703-324-4900 for assistance. TTY 703-222-7314. EEO / AA / TTY.
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Merit Positions
Fairfax County is proud to offer employees an attractive and comprehensive benefits program, including the following :
Group Term Life Insurance
Long Term Disability
LiveWell Program
Flexible Spending Programs
Paid Leave (annual, sick, parental, volunteer activity, and more!)
Paid Holidays
Contributory Retirement Plan
Deferred Compensation
Employee Assistance Program
Employees' Child Care Center
Commuter Benefit Program
Continuous Learning Opportunities
NOTE : Fairfax County Government is a qualifying employer under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. For more information about the PSLF program : https : / / studentaid.gov / manage-loans / forgiveness-cancellation / public-service
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Medical / Vision / Dental Insurance Coverage
Flexible Spending Program
Deferred Compensation
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Salary : $77,640 - $129,400
