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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).
Jail Diversion Team:
The Behavioral Health Specialist I supports Behavioral Health Specialist II’s, Behavioral Health Senior Clinicians, and other Jail Diversion staff in providing intensive case management (ICM) services with Jail Diversion clients in the community. Services include assistance with basic needs (food, shelter, benefits), navigating the legal system, improving independent living skills, maintaining meaningful daily activities, and providing psychoeducation. This position involves extensive community-based work, including driving clients in county vehicles, attending court hearings with clients, and meeting clients at the Fairfax County Adult Detention Center.
In addition, this position serves as a Mandatory Outpatient Treatment (MOT) Monitor, overseeing MOT cases in accordance with state regulations. Duties include coordinating with Special Justices, attorneys, and hospital systems; linking individuals to treatment providers and programs; monitoring appointment attendance and treatment adherence; meeting regularly with adults under MOT orders; reporting non-compliance to the Court; and participating in review hearings.
Here are some of additional 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.
- 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.
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Agency: Community Services Board
Location: MERRIFIELD CENTER, 8221 WILLOW OAKS CORPORATE DR., FAIRFAX (HH12)