Human Services Specialist
About The Position
Arlington County's Department of Human Services (DHS) is hiring a full-time Human Services Specialist for its Specialty Docket/Court/Diversion and within the Behavioral Healthcare Division. This is a grant funded position that will provide therapeutic recreation services for adults with mental health and substance use conditions within the program with additional as-needed services being given to the Forensic Jail Diversion Team. The focus of this position will include assisting participants to develop and enhance skills related to self-care, physical wellness, family and peer leisure pursuits, conflict resolution, stress management, positive peer modeling, treatment compliance, and to assist participants in developing a greater level of independence to successfully graduate.
Requirements
- Thoroughly complete each section of the application, including prior job responsibilities and duties.
- Complete supplemental questions.
Responsibilities
- Provide therapeutic recreation services for adults with mental health and substance use conditions.
- Provide as-needed services to the Forensic Jail Diversion Team.
- Assist participants in developing and enhancing skills related to self-care, physical wellness, family and peer leisure pursuits, conflict resolution, stress management, and positive peer modeling.
- Assist participants in improving treatment compliance.
- Assist participants in developing a greater level of independence for successful program graduation.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
