Social Work Jobs in Fairfax, Virginia

Job Title: SOCIAL WORKER I LTC Company: Inova Health System Location: Fairfax, VA Description: Identifies, assess and define the needs of patients and families. Uses skills to assist clinical staff and case manager to identify barriers to discharge and works with patient/family to achieve appropriate transitions. Works as team member to assist in development of appropriate discharge plans. Assess the need for community agency involvement and acts as patient/family advocate. Demonstrates competency in the following areas: abuse, neglect, domestic violence, alcohol, and substance abuse, abuse interventions and grief and bereavement. Identifies and facilitates education of patients and families on disease process, community resource, expected outcomes. Works in conjunction with physician, case management, nursing to transition patient and family to appropriate level of care. Requirements: One-year experience in medical/clinical setting. Training in clinical setting performing Social Work Services. Excellent communication skills, conflict management skills, organizational and planning skills. Education Requirements: Master?s in Social Work required.

Job Title: PROBATION COUNSELOR I Company: Fairfax County Government Location: Fairfax, VA Description: PROBATION COUNSELOR I JobshareFoundations,Juvenile & Domestic Relations District Court Job # 10-0835 $20.31 to $27.08/hour, 20 hrs per week (Grade S20) Description:This is a jobshare merit, 20 hours per week position located at Foundation House (12720 Lee Highway, Fairfax, Virginia). Provides services as a family and/or individual counselor depending on program need. The program is a post-dispositional, community-based residential treatment group home for females ages 13 through 17 years. Shifts includes some combination of day, evening and weekend times. Counselors will assist up to 12 residents in reducing chronic delinquent behavior and accepting personal responsibility through successful completion of their individual treatment goals. This position's duties are a combination of carrying cases, assisting with floor coverage and providing other treatment services such as group therapy. MinimumQualifications:Any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree. SpecialRequirements:The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check and a check of the Child Protective Services Registry to the satisfaction of the employer. Must have a valid driver's license in state of residence. Must undergo a medical screening prior to starting work. TB screening upon hire and annually thereafter. Within a specified timeframe after appointment, must successfully complete training in physical restraint procedures and techniques, first aid and CPR certification. Medication administration certification must be obtained within a specified time frame after the appointment and recertification annually thereafter. PreferredQualifications:A masters degree in counseling, social work or psychology, plus two years of professional experience working with children, adolescents and/or families. To Apply:Submit your resume on-line through the AIMS system. If this is the first time you have used AIMS, you will need to create an account. Fairfax County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable Accommodation upon request. Closing Date:8/6/2010 Date Posted:7/24/2010 Benefits:Most positions advertised here are merit system positions funded for full benefits such as health insurance, retirement, life insurance and paid leave. Follow the link for details on Fairfax County's comprehensive benefits program for merit system employees. If a position is not funded for benefits that information will generally be included in the job announcement.

Job Title: Case Manager Company: George Mason University Location: Fairfax, VA Description: Job Category : Admin or Professional FacultyWorking Hours : Salary : $48,000-$53,000; commensurate with education and experience.Web Announcement : Case Manager George Mason University, Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) invites applicants for the position of Case Manager. The Case Manager reports to the Associate Director of CAPS to enhance student utilization of mental health/psychological services by facilitating effective referrals and follow-up on referrals within CAPS, between CAPS and other campus services and departments, and between CAPS and community resources and providers. Position Description: - Provide consultation to students for purposes of referral, and follow-up with students to ensure students are receiving services; - Consult with families, faculty, staff, administrators and students; - Serve as a liaison to community health providers, services, hospitals and other resources; - Develop and maintain a database of referral resources and community services in surrounding communities; - Coordinate care and services for students with university's Dean of Students office and Office of Disability Services; - Coordinate care and services for students with Mason Student Health Services; - Provide on-call services and assist in responding to crisis intervention situations; - Provide direct time-limited therapy, group therapy and outreach services; - Supervise and train graduate students in social work; and - Attend departmental, division, university and community meetings. Required Qualifications: - Master's degree from an accredited social work graduate program; - Licensed as a LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) in the commonwealth of Virginia within two years of employment; - Demonstrated expertise in tasks required for case management and related administrative functions; - Excellent interpersonal skills both in-person and via technological communication; - Experience with Microsoft Windows-based computing software (i.e., Word and Excel), e-mail and Internet; and - Demonstrated sensitivity to diversity and multicultural issues. Preferred Qualifications: - At least two years of postgraduate clinical experience; - Currently licensed social worker; - Prior clinical experience in a brief therapy setting; and - Experience in college mental health including crisis assessment, brief intervention, confidentiality requirements and referral.Special Instructions : For full consideration, please complete the online faculty application for position FA909z at http://jobs.gmu.edu/; and attach a letter of interest, resume/vita, and names and contact information for three professional references. Deadline: Position is open until filled. Review of applications will begin on July 19, 2010.MasonAd : George Mason University is an innovative, entrepreneurial institution with national distinction in a range of academic fields. Enrollment is over 31,000, with students studying in over 150 degree programs at campuses in Arlington, Fairfax, Loudoun and Prince William. George Mason University Where Innovation Is Tradition!Equity Statement : George Mason University is an equal opportunity employer encouraging diversity.Job Close Date : Open Until Filled

Job Title: CASE MANAGER - ELDERLINK Company: Inova Health System Location: Fairfax, VA Description: Timely and accurate assessment of the patient/ client clinical, social, functional and continuing care needs through direct observation, data analysis and interviews in order to evaluate the need for intervention. Plans for and identifies immediate, short term, and long term care needs for patient/client. Sets appropriate patient/client goals and time frames for acheivement in order to achieve desired outcomes. Establishes appropriate monitoring tools to measure outcomes related to client/patient interventions in order to continuously improve quality of services. Case manager evaluates and measures patient/ client response to planning, services and intervention in order to assure quality of case management services and make improvement where necessary. Requirements: 2 years experience in case management field including utilization review, discharge planning, outcomes management, assessment, care planning, and service implementation. Education Requirements: MSW/LCSW required. Case management training. Certification in Case Management.

Job Title: Behavioral Health Case Manager Company: Kaiser Permanente Location: Fairfax, VA Description: We the people of Kaiser Permanente believe in the endless pursuit of excellence, and in health and well-being for all. At Kaiser Permanente Mid-Atlantic States, we've built our culture on communication, teamwork, and respect. From our financial professionals and IT team members to our RNs and physicians on the front line of care-we work together to support each other's goals and promote a balance between work and life. And we do it all in a dynamic landscape. From the excitement of our nation's capital to the scenic coastlines of Maryland and Virginia, the Mid-Atlantic area offers plenty of year-round activity, making it the perfect place for you and your family to call home. Join us.To ensure that Behavioral Health Services are delivered in a manner that reduces unnecessary utilization and expense while increasing compliance with treatment and improving clinical quality.Essential Functions: Collaborates w/ Kaiser Permanente Behavioral Health Clinical Staff, BH Utilization Management Team, Network Practitioners, Hospital Discharge Planners, Patients, other health plan personnel to coordinate care for members hospitalized on inpatient psychiatric units as well as members referred to the Behavioral Health Network. Supports Kaiser Permanente Behavioral Health Clinical Teams working w/ at risk as well as chronic resource intensive members Assists in discharging planning, e.g., coordinates care when patients transition from inpatient psychiatric units to outpatient behavioral health services, identifies recommends internal Kaiser Permanente treatment programs, contracted programs, community resources,. Identifies communicates barriers to successful patient care Documentation is timely entered in formatted case management note types. Patient tracking is entered in the Case Module of Health Connect. Participates in orientation of Kaiser Permanente staff's members regarding the referral process. Supports Behavioral Health Quality Assurance Activities including but not limited to meeting HEDIS Targets reducing Inpatient Readmit Rates Resolves telephone written inquiries from members consultants. Maintains updates knowledge of treatment approaches, philosophies techniques for Mental Health/Behavioral Health diagnostic categories. Maintains knowledge of current DSM CPT coding categories. Collaborates w/ Behavioral Health Referral Assistants Manager in maintaining improving the Network referral process. Assists Behavior Health Managers w/ special projects as assigned.

Job Title: Social Worker - Licensed Job Company: HCR ManorCare Location: Fairfax, VA Description: HCR Manor Care provides a range of services, including skilled nursing care, assisted living, post-acute medical and rehabilitation care, hospice care, home health care and rehabilitation therapy. The Socail Worker is responsible to provide medically related social work services so that each resident may attain or maintain the highest practicable level of physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being. In return for your expertise, you'll enjoy excellent training, industry-leading benefits and unlimited opportunities to learn and grow. Be a part of the team leading the nation in healthcare. Two years of social work supervised experience working directly with geriatric clients in a health care setting, desirable. Job Specific Details:Temporary Position Bachelor's degree in Social Work or similar professional qualificatons; Current Social Work license ExpDate: 539 - MCHS (Fair Oaks SNF), Fairfax, VA

Job Title: CLINICAL CASE MANAGER Company: Inova Health System Location: Fairfax, VA Description: Inova Fair Oaks Hospital Honored with Magnet? Designation Inova Fair Oaks Hospital is the proud recipient of the prestigious Magnet? designation, the highest level of recognition a hospital can achieve for nursing excellence! Inova Fair Oaks Hospital is a 182-bed community hospital serving the rapidly growing suburbs of Northern Virginia. The hospital provides a full range of emergency, medical, surgical, critical, orthopedic, obstetric and pediatric care services. Our signature lines include minimally invasive spine, joint replacement and weight loss surgery, as well as maternity services. We are seeking aPRN Clinical Case Manager works collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams and healthcare team members both internal and external to the organization to improve patient care through effective utilization and monitoring of healthcare resources and assumes a leadership role to achieve desired clinical and financial outcomes. The Clinical Case Manager coordinates care and services of selected patient populations through the acute care episode and across the continuum. Days vary to include weekends and holidays. The United States Senate Productivity and Quality Award recognized Inova Fair Oaks Hospital as a recipient of the Progress in Performance Excellence award in its first entry. Inova Fairfax Hospital was recognized by U.S.News & World Report as a "Best Hospital" for six categories (more than any other hospital in the metro Washington area combined!). For the fourth year in a row, we have been named one of the nation?s "Most Wired" health systems. In addition, AARP announced that both Inova Loudoun and Inova Health System are "Best Employers for Workers Over 50." We are also pleased that more than 500 Inova physicians are listed among the top doctors in our area in Washingtonian?s "Top Doctors" issue. Requirements: RN: 2 years of case mgmt exp and 3 years clinical nursing experience required; 5 years case management experience and 5 years clinical nursing experience preferred. Or Social Worker: 2 years hospital case management or social work experience required; 5 years experience preferred. Education Requirements: RN: Graduate of accredited school of nursing required; BSN preferred. Or Social Worker: Graduate of an accredited school of Social Work.

Job Title: MSW-Field Hospice Services-Part-Time Job Company: HCR ManorCare Location: Fairfax, VA Description: HCR Manor Care provides a range of services, including skilled nursing care, assisted living, post-acute medical and rehabilitation care, hospice care, home health care and rehabilitation therapy. The Socail Worker is responsible to provide medically related social work services so that each resident may attain or maintain the highest practicable level of physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being. In return for your expertise, you'll enjoy excellent training, industry-leading benefits and unlimited opportunities to learn and grow. Be a part of the team leading the nation in healthcare. Two years of social work supervised experience working directly with geriatric clients in a health care setting, desirable.Job Specific Details: PART-TIME: Travel to Fauquier, Culpeper, Orange, Spotslyvania, Rappahannock Counties. Mileage reimbursement provided. Master of Social Work required; licensed and in good standing in the state of VA. ExpDate: 4660 - Heartland Hospice Services, Fairfax, VA

Job Title: SOCIAL WORK SUPERVISOR Company: Inova Health System Location: Fairfax, VA Description: Evaluates, assesses, hires, counsels and supervises all Social Work staff. Makes appropriate assignments and ensure coverage for all patient populations in order to meet patient and facility needs.Assures the education and training of staff as it relates to the latest clinical developments. Assists in team development including, role definition, clinical expectations and documentation standards.Responsible for maintanance and upkeep of all Social Work polices and procedures. Requirements: Fiveyears experience supervising Social Work activity in an acute care, LTC or other clinical setting. Certified Case Manager, Academy of Certified Social Workers. Education Requirements: Masters Social Work.

Job Title: Social Worker - BSW/MSW, Disabilities Company: Community Residences, Inc. Location: Fairfax, VA Description: Provides social work assistance to identified consumers and their families in collaboration with an interdisciplinary team.PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITESESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Essential Functions of Consumer Assessment/Movement:* Monitors transition and adjustment to program* Coordinates with IDT and external agencies for consumers on temporary leave receiving alternative treatments to ensure all appropriate supports are in place when consumer returns to program.* Ensures discharge planning is part of ongoing assessment/service planning process and includes all members of the team.* Research possible resources that could benefit the consumer at time of discharge.* Provides support to QMRP in development of objective(s) that socially/emotionally prepare consumer for discharge.* Reviews discharge summary to ensure it accurately describes the individual, the services provided, and the services that continue to be needed* Coordinates with QMRP to ensure reports are forwarded to relevant providers and family members (with consent of consumer/AR).Essential Functions of Facilitation of Interdisciplinary Team* Ensures family members, advocates, guardians, and/or authorized representatives are involved in the decision making process.* Collaborates with the team to monitor that active treatment is consistently implemented in all relevant settings, both formally and informally* Collaborates with all members of the IDT to ensure reassessments are performed, as needed, in order to develop a Master Plan of Care (ISP). * Schedules IDT meetings and takes meeting minutes that reflect the views of all parties.* Works with the IDT to refer consumers to other professionals as needed. Essential Functions of Linking/Advocating* Serves as an additional support/contact for consumers and families. * Researches options for authorized representatives and assists consumers with obtaining/appointing an AR following CR and LHRC guidelines.Essential Functions of Case Management* Completes all benefit paperwork for assigned consumers* Works with QMRP to ensure appropriate procedures are followed for payment for medical bills.* Familiar with resources that can be accessed to meet consumer's needs* Monitors consumer's receipt of personal spending allowance to ensure appropriate usage of consumer fund per Medicaid guidelines and funds do not exceed the amount designated to maintain necessary benefit status. * Serves as a resource in planning vacations, family events, group and individual outings and accesses resources to reduce costs to consumer/agency.MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREDEXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:Bachelor's Degree in Social work (BSW) and 2-4 years of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities or in a related area. MSW Preferred.PHYSICAL DEMANDS:Should be able to provide physical intervention and requires some lifting.SUPERVISION RECEIVED:Under the direct supervision of the Director of Social Work & Admissions.