Behavioral Health Senior Clinician - Behavioral Health Outpatient Services

Job Announcement 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, substance dependence disorders, 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 mental health treatment programming to include individual and group therapy modalities 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. The successful candidate will possess the ability to conduct assessments tailored to the specific needs of individuals within the SMI (Serious Mental Illness), SUD (substance use disorder), and co‑occurring populations. The candidate must demonstrate strong expertise in case management, a commitment to adherence to the recovery model, and proficiency with electronic health records. Knowledge of community services boards (CSBs), county resources, and community‑based supports is essential, as is cultural competence in working with diverse populations. Additionally, the role requires a strong dedication to program development, paired with a “nothing is impossible” mindset. Part‑time merit position for 20 hours per week. Eligible for all County benefits and for health benefits at part‑time premium rates. Leave benefits are prorated based on scheduled hours, retirement participation is mandatory. Position may be underfilled as a Behavioral Health Clinician in Residence; the underfill requirements are stated below in the Employment Standards section. Benefits The CSB provides numerous benefits for employees, including: Fairfax County community offers a diverse population with many native language speakers; bilingual candidates in English and another language are encouraged. A foreign language skills stipend of up to $1,560 per year (full‑time) may be given for qualified bilingual employees. The CSB provides clinical supervision for employees who are licensed as mental health professionals 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. Licensure supervisors may receive a stipend of $1,500 (full‑time) paid out biweekly over a 12‑month period for one or more Department of Health licensure candidates, if approved. License/Certification Reimbursement—Reimbursement for job‑related licenses and/or certifications once per year. For more information on benefits, visit the CSB Careers Page. Illustrative Duties The illustrative duties listed 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 description. Performs complex evaluations and makes independent diagnoses using Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders; Provides individual, family and group treatment; Maintains a diverse caseload of clients with acute, chronic mental illness; Approves and/or implements therapeutic treatment plans; Conducts intensive clinical interventions; Provides discharge planning and coordination of after‑care service plans for clients leaving state, local, and private psychiatric hospitals; Collaborates with service professionals as participant/lead of Interdisciplinary Team (IDT); Consults with professionals on a variety of problems including delivery of needed services for clinically complex cases; Provides liaison to community agencies to facilitate communication and service provision for clients requiring multiple services; Monitors and analyzes the impact of psychotropic medication on client’s functioning and mental status; Provides risk assessments for dangerousness to self and others; Provides crisis stabilization and crisis management. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Extensive knowledge of the principles, theories, and methods of the psychological and social development of the individual; Thorough knowledge of intake procedures, social history development, and interviewing techniques; Thorough knowledge of major schools of treatment of emotionally and socially disturbed individuals; Knowledge of psychiatric, psychological, and/or sociological terminology and concepts; Ability to conduct mental health assessments and apply treatment approaches/modalities; Ability to formulate diagnoses for clients with acute, chronic, severe mental illness; Ability to diagnostically interpret data obtained from psychological test results, social histories, and interviews; Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with co‑workers, public and private sector organizations, community groups, and the general public; Ability to monitor and analyze the impact of psychotropic medications; Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. 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 Licensed Nurse Practitioner (LNP) A valid motor vehicle driver’s license with fewer than six demerit points (or equivalent in another state) maintained throughout employment with CSB. Underfill Requirements: Graduation from an accredited college with a master’s degree in social work, psychology, counseling, or nursing; plus two years of clinical experience. Ability to register as a licensed eligible mental health professional within 90 days of the appointment and 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 Licensed Nurse Practitioner (LNP) Necessary Special Requirements: The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check, Child Protective Services Registry check, driving record check, and sanction screening to the satisfaction of the employer. A TB screening upon hire and annually thereafter. Requires a National Provider Identifier. Additional Work Schedule Requirements: May be required to work 1 evening per week. Licensed providers may not “opt out” of being a Medicare provider. This position is emergency/essential services personnel. (Required to report for duty during inclement weather and/or other emergencies.) Preferred Qualifications: Experience providing integrated services to seriously mentally ill, substance use disorder, and/or co‑occurring adults. Experienced in 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. Experience providing evidence‑based interventions in individual and group modalities. Experience with alcohol and/or drug addiction and the physiological and psychological effects. Physical Requirements: Work is located in community and office. Ability to access, input, and retrieve information from a computer; observe, process and document clinical information; and make clinical interventions appropriate to client need. Ability to independently transport self and (sometimes others using county vehicle) to fulfill duties at other sites as needed. 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. TTY View phone number on click.appcast.io. 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