Behavioral Health Supervisor - Jail & Court Based Services

Fairfax County (VA) • Fairfax, VA

34d • $83,010 - $138,350 • Onsite

About The Position

Supports the efforts of Diversion First. As a Behavioral Health Supervisor, you'll be a part of a team of diverse professionals helping individuals who have had contact with the criminal justice system transform their lives and achieve recovery. We strive 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 One Fairfax, 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. More information about CSB Services may be found at Fairfax-Falls Church Community Services Board | Community Services Board (fairfaxcounty.gov) Positions may be in the following areas: Adult Detention Center - Jail Based Team Jail Based Team: Serves as one of the three clinical and administrative supervisors on a multidisciplinary team, where co-workers are therapist/case managers, medical staff, peer support specialists and criminal justice system partners. The Behavioral Health Supervisor provides a wide range of professional treatment services to diagnostically, culturally, and socio-economically diverse client populations with serious mental illness, substance use, emotional and co-occurring disorders as well as developmental disabilities. May conduct individual, group and family therapy and testify in court. Must maintain detailed documentation in an Electronic Health Record meeting state, local and federal performance contract, and licensing expectations. Supervisor for a multidisciplinary team to include Behavioral Health Specialist I, Behavioral Health Specialist II, Behavioral Health Senior Clinician, and Behavioral Health Nurse/Case Manager. This is an onsite position, and your work location will be the Fairfax County Adult Detention Center and is a 100% onsite position. This position's work hours will include weekend and evening hours, as well as some holidays, and on-call. Bonus Note: The Jail Based Team position is eligible for an annual environmental bonus of $5,408 for full-time positions. Here are some of the benefits CSB employees enjoy: Fairfax County is home to a highly diverse population, with a significant number of residents speaking languages other than English at home - including Spanish, Asian/Pacific Islander, Indo-European, and many others. We encourage candidates who are bilingual in English and another language to apply for this opportunity. A foreign language skills stipend of up to $1560/year (full-time) may be given for qualified bi-lingual employees. 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. License/Certification Reimbursement - Reimbursement for job related licenses and/or certifications once per year. To find out more about the benefits of working with Fairfax County Government, please visit the CSB Careers Page. Note: To learn more about careers that make a difference, watch our video "CSB Celebrates 50th Anniversary of Providing Care."

Requirements

• Extensive knowledge of the principles, theories, and methods of the psychological and social development of humans
• Thorough knowledge of the elements of a comprehensive bio-psycho-social assessment and interviewing techniques
• Thorough knowledge of and ability to implement recovery oriented practices and person-centered planning
• Knowledge of major schools of treatment inclusive of substance abuse prevention and treatment methods/techniques
• Core skills in motivational interviewing and cognitive behavioral therapies
• Knowledge of psychiatric, psychological, sociological, and addiction terminology and concepts
• Knowledge of clinical supervisory methods and techniques
• Knowledge of alcohol and/or drug addiction and the physiological and psychological effects
• Knowledge of existing referral agencies and community resources
• Demonstrated case management skills
• Ability to formulate diagnoses and to diagnostically interpret data obtained from psychological test results, social histories, and interviews
• Ability to evaluate the severity of individuals' substance use, psychiatric symptoms, and impact on daily functioning; and implement commensurate level of treatment and support
• Ability to manage a caseload and manage the workflow of the team
• Ability to establish rapport and maintain effective relationships with individuals receiving services and the individuals and families who support them
• Ability to prepare, produce, and conduct program presentations
• Ability to develop, implement, manage, and evaluate programs
• Ability to supervise and train service professionals
• Ability to successfully perform as a team leader/member
• Ability to evaluate performance, provide feedback, coach, correct, and implement personnel procedures
• Ability to function independently in high stress situations
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with subordinates, co-workers, supervisors, public and private sector organizations, community groups, and the general public
• Ability to successfully perform as a team leader/member
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Ability to maintain records and prepare reports
• Graduation from an accredited college with at least a master's degree in social work, psychology, counseling, or nursing plus three years of clinical experience or a doctoral degree in psychology, social, counseling or nursing plus one year of clinical experience.
• Must be eligible to be licensed 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 Licensed Nurse Practitioner (LNP).
• Valid driver's license with fewer than six demerit points (or equivalent in another state) must be maintained throughout employment with Community Services Board.
• Qualified Mental Health Professional (within 1 month of hire)
• CPR certification (within 3 months of hire)
• The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check, a Child Protective Services Registry check, a 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.
• This position is emergency/essential services personnel. (Required to report for duty during inclement weather and/or other emergencies).
• Additional Work Schedule Requirements: Shift schedule may include evenings, weekends, and holidays. On-Call availability. Overtime may be required.
• Licensed providers may not "opt out" of being a Medicare provider.

Nice To Haves

• At least one year of experience providing behavioral health services in community settings.
• Experience working within the Criminal Justice System (ex: Courts, Jail, Probation)
• Experience with providing behavioral health services to individuals receiving treatment with Mental Health Disorders, Substance Use Disorders (SUD) and/or Co-occurring disorders (COD).
• Experience with interpreting and following work processes and procedures; ability to work well with other service agencies; and work well in a team environment.
• Strong organizational and time management skills; and strong clinical skills and abilities.
• Licensed 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 Licensed Nurse Practitioner (LNP).

Responsibilities

• Provides staff supervision for all clinical aspects of the program
• Plans, assigns, and reviews work of team members
• Interviews and selects candidates for various positions
• Performs complex evaluations and makes independent diagnoses using Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders and International Statistical Classification of Diseases and Related Health Problems (ICD) - 10
• Provides individual, family and group treatment
• Maintains a caseload of diverse, complex, and high risk individuals
• Develops treatment plans and adapts treatment interventions and approaches
• Provides assessment and treatment services to individuals presenting a wide variety of emotional, social, and mental disorders over a range of severity
• 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 individuals requiring multiple services
• Develops and implements program activities and services, including training and educational activities
• Under direction, develops and implements a specialized program which is designed to maximize the effectiveness and efficiency of service provision
• Supervises day-to-day program operations
• Promotes awareness of program services through presentations
• Develops and monitors program's policies and procedures
• Ensures that program is in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local policies, regulations, and statutes
• Mediates and facilitates inter-and intra-program issues needing a systems perspective
• Plans, recommends, and executes quality initiatives related to mental health standards
• Monitors and analyzes the impact of psychotropic medication on an individual's functioning and mental status
• Provides crisis stabilization and crisis management
• Ensures that a facility is maintained in good operating condition and compliant with health and safety, licensure, and regulatory requirements

Benefits

• Fairfax County is home to a highly diverse population, with a significant number of residents speaking languages other than English at home - including Spanish, Asian/Pacific Islander, Indo-European, and many others. We encourage candidates who are bilingual in English and another language to apply for this opportunity. A foreign language skills stipend of up to $1560/year (full-time) may be given for qualified bi-lingual employees.
• 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.
• License/Certification Reimbursement - Reimbursement for job related licenses and/or certifications once per year.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support