Developmental Disability Specialist II- Support Coordination

Company: Fairfax County Government
Location: Fairfax
Posted on: March 12, 2025

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:

• *This position includes a signing bonus for fully qualified new merit county employees in the amount of $5,000 (full-time).
• The population of Fairfax County is very diverse where 38.7% of residents speak a language other than English at home (Spanish, Asian/Pacific Islander, Indo-European, and others) and CSB recognizes that staff competence speaking a variety of languages is necessary to meet client needs. We encourage candidate's bilingual in English and a foreign language to apply. A foreign language skills stipend of up to $1,300/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 Clinical Nurse Specialist.
• 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.
• To find out more about the benefits of working with Fairfax County Government, please visit the CSB Careers Page.
  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:
  • Valid motor vehicle driver's license with fewer than six demerit points (or equivalent in another state) and maintained throughout employment with CSB
  • CPR certification - required within 3 months of hire
  • Qualified Developmental Disabilities Professional (QDDP) or Qualified Intellectual Disability Case Manager (QIDCM) - required 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, 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:
    • Bachelor or higher degree in a human service-related field.
    • Experience with service delivery under Medicaid and Medicaid Waivers.
    • Current certification as a Qualified Developmental Disabilities Professional (QDDP) or Qualified Intellectual Disability Case Manager (QIDCM).
      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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