NEOGOV · 1 week ago
Behavioral Health Specialist II - Supportive Community Residential Services
FAIRFAX (HH12), VA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$72K/yr - $120K/yr
1+ years expNEOGOV is part of Fairfax County's Community Services Board, which provides services to individuals with serious mental illness and co-occurring disorders. The Behavioral Health Specialist II will maintain a diverse caseload, develop and implement therapeutic treatment plans, and provide crisis intervention and case management services.
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Responsibilities
Maintains a diverse caseload of clients with a variety of substance use, developmental disabilities and/or mental illnesses
Develops client and/or family centered therapeutic treatment plans, with consideration given to the nature and severity of the behavioral health problem, family, cultural and employment related circumstances, legal involvement, individual and family histories, physical condition, and other pertinent factors
Implements therapeutic treatment plan under clinical supervision
Conducts independent behavioral health intakes and assessments
Provides individual, group, and/or family treatment under supervision
Collaborates with service professionals inside and outside of the Community Services Board
Adapts and modifies treatment interventions as indicated
Provides case management, outreach and engagement services as needed
Conducts wellness and health promotion services
Maintains all electronic health records according to federal, state and department regulations, ensuring that records of clients on their caseload are complete, accurate and comprehensive
Advocates on behalf of clients regarding rights and needed services
Develops and maintains cooperative relationships with representatives of community groups and public and private agencies
Assesses and monitors the impact of medication on client's functioning and consults with medical professionals as needed
Administers medication as ordered by a physician in accordance with department regulations
Provides crisis stabilization and crisis management with support and supervision as needed
Provides ongoing risk assessments for dangerousness to self and others with support and supervision as needed
Provides entry, navigation and/or referral services for individuals, families and other concerned persons
Prepares and administers behavioral health educational curricula
Testifies in court to regarding client's services, progress and recommendations as required
Qualification
Required
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in psychology, social work, nursing, counseling, or a related field, plus 1,500 hours of clinical experience
OR a bachelor's degree and a valid Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) certification or Certified Substance Abuse Counselor (CSAC) certification plus 1,500 hours of clinical experience
OR a master's degree in psychology, social work, nursing, counseling, or a related field plus 500 hours of clinical experience
MANDT Certifications within three months of appointment and annually thereafter
CPR certification, within 90 days of appointment and maintained throughout CSB employment
Medication Administration Assistance Certification within 90 days of appointment
Valid Motor Vehicle Driver's license with fewer than six demerit points (or the equivalent in another State) maintained throughout employment with CSB
Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) - within 1 month of hire
Knowledge of the principles, theories, and methods of behavioral health services and social development of the individual
Knowledge of evidence based behavioral health treatment methods
Knowledge of psychological, physiological and psychiatric terminology, theories and practices
Knowledge of assessment processes, methods of gathering social history and interviewing techniques
Knowledge of existing public and private agencies and community resources
Ability to formulate diagnoses and appropriate treatment plan
Ability to perform behavioral health and risk assessments and apply evidence based/informed treatment approaches/modalities
Ability to manage a caseload
Ability to establish rapport and maintain effective relationships with clients
Ability to maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, public and private organizations, community groups, and the general public
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
Ability to maintain records and prepare reports
Preferred
Master's degree in psychology, social work, or closely related field
Experience working with individuals with serious mental illness
Experience working with individuals in their homes or in a residential setting
Professional (QMHP) certification
Licensed or receiving supervision towards licensure in the Commonwealth of Virginia in the Licensed Clinical Social Worker, or Licensed Professional Counselor
Benefits
$2,500 Sign-On Bonus
A foreign language skills stipend of up to $1560/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.
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.
License/Certification Reimbursement - Reimbursement for job related licenses and/or certifications once per year.
Medical/Vision/Dental Insurance Coverage
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
Continuous Learning Opportunities
Commuter Benefits Accounts
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$700MKey Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity
Leadership Team
Shane Evangelist
CEO
Brandon McDonald
Head Of Marketing
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