Behavioral Health Specialist II- Supportive Community Residential Services
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Behavioral Health Specialist II- Supportive Community Residential Services
Salary
$72,125.46 - $120,208.82 Annually
Location
8119 HOLLAND ROAD ALEXANDRIA (MN25), VA
Job Type
FT Salary W BN
Job Number
26-00495
Department
Community Services Board
Opening Date
03/28/2026
Closing Date
4/10/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Pay Grade
S25
Posting Type
Open to General Public
Description
Benefits
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Job Announcement
$2,500 Sign-On Bonus*
The Fairfax-Falls Church Community Services Board (CSB) is hiring for a Behavioral Health Specialist II (BHSII) in our Supportive Community Residential Services Division.
As a Behavioral Health Specialist II, you'll be a part of a team of diverse professionals provide case management, crisis intervention, and supportive counseling. Completes Medicaid and other billing documentation, manages a caseload which includes adults with serious mental illness (SMI) and co-occurring disorders (including substance use and intellectual disabilities), provides clinical assessments, and performs treatment planning and community integration activities. The work schedule is between 9am-5:30pm and this position requires some evening availability based on client's needs. Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
The position is located at the Gartlan Center, Alexandria, VA.
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 Community Services Board (https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/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 (https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/topics/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 (https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/community-services-board/) (fairfaxcounty.gov).
Here are some of the benefits CSB employees enjoy:
*This position includes a sign-on bonus for new merit county employees in the amount of $2500.
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 (https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/demographics/fairfax-county-general-overview) . 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.
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 Licensed Nurse Practitioner.
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.
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 (https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/community-services-board/careers) .
Note: To learn more about careers that make a difference, watch our video "CSB Celebrates 50th Anniversary of Providing Care."
Employment Standards
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
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.
CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED:
Valid motor vehicle driver's license with fewer than six demerit points (or the equivalent in another State) maintained throughout employment with CSB;
MANDT Certifications within 90 days of appointment and annually thereafter;
First Aid and CPR certification, within 90 days of appointment and maintained throughout CSB employment;
Medication Administration Assistance Certification within 90 days of appointment;
Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) (within 1 month of hire).
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check, a Child Protective Services Registry check, a driving records check, and sanction screening to the satisfaction of the employer. A TB screening upon hire. Licensed providers may not "opt out" of being a Medicare provider.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience working with individuals with serious mental illness and co-occurring disorders in the community.
Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) certification.
Licensed or registered in Virginia with the appropriate Board in one of the following roles:
Licensed Clinical Social Worker,
Licensed Professional Counselor,
Licensed Clinical Psychologist,
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist,
Licensed Substance Abuse Treatment Practitioner, or
Licensed Nurse Practitioner.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to independently drives vehicles; climb stairs, walk, and stand and bend as needed to carry out job duties; lift and carry up to 25 lbs; observe client behavior/appearance; and review and write progress notes in Electronic Health Record (EHR) and staff travel log. Ability to quickly respond to a crisis, physically support clients, walk stairs, lift light to moderate loads, work directly with clients teaching housekeeping, cooking and shopping skills. Ability to independently travel to various sites, transport and observe clients. Ability to use keyboard driven equipment. 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 703-222-7314. DHREmployment@fairfaxcounty.gov EEO/AA/TTY.
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