Developmental Disability Specialist II- Support Coordination
Company: Fairfax County Government
Location: Fairfax
Posted on: March 12, 2025
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Job Description:
Job Announcement
$5,000 Sign-On Bonus*
Works within our Support Coordination Division. You will work as
part of a dynamic multidisciplinary team delivering support
coordination services to individuals with intellectual or other
developmental disabilities. Using a collaborative person-centered
planning approach, assist the individual in accessing needed
medical, psychiatric, social, educational, vocational, residential
and other supports essential for living in the community and in
developing his/her desired lifestyle. You will complete
assessments, leads interdisciplinary team in developing
person-centered plan with the individual, links to needed
services/supports, and monitors delivery and quality of services
according to the plan and changes plan, as needed. You will act as
a resource to the individual and his/her family and provides
information about county, generic and community resources and meet
with individuals in the community, where services are provided. You
should have an understanding of Medicaid Waiver services and comply
with all Medicaid requirements, timelines, and documentation. You
will also collaborate with vendors to ensure that health and safety
needs are met, along with management of emergencies. The duties
performed for this position, require the use of a PC, electronic
health record and excellent written and verbal communication
skills. Service provisions are based on client and program need.
Some positions offer services via telehealth for non-acute
services. Other positions may offer limited opportunities for
telework. Teleworking options may vary by service area.
The 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 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.
To learn more about this division, watch our video Support
Coordination Services.
Here are some of the benefits CSB employees enjoy:
Note: Multiple positions may be filled from this advertisement.
Employment Standards
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a
bachelor's degree and one year of experience working with
individuals with developmental disabilities.
CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED:
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
The appointee to this position will be required to complete a
criminal background check, a Child Protective Services Registry, a
driving record check, and sanction screening to the satisfaction of
the employer. A TB screening upon hire and annually thereafter.
This position is emergency/essential services personnel. (Required
to report for duty during inclement weather and/or other
emergencies).
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to drive to numerous locations in the community during the
course of the day (include residential, vocational, and other
facilities); use keyboard driven equipment; and communicate clearly
with others orally and in writing. All duties performed with or
without reasonable accommodations.
SELECTION PROCEDURE:
Panel interview; may include written exercise. Interview process
may utilize use of video screening/interviewing system.
This job announcement is listed with a closing date of 4/4/25 and
interested applicants are advised to submit their applications as
soon as possible. Interviews will be conducted on a regular basis
throughout the recruitment with candidates whose qualifications
best fit our needs. If your application is received later in the
recruitment process, it may not be reviewed or considered. The
application process may close prior to the currently advertised
closing date when the position has been filled.
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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