Federally Qualified Health Center Social Services Specialist II

Salary $66,784\.22 \- $116,872\.50 Annually LocationHEALTH DEPARTMENT \- MULTIPLE LOCATIONS, VA Job Type FT Hourly W BN Job Number 26\-01039 Department Health Department Opening Date 07/18/2026 Closing Date 7/31/2026 11:59 PM Eastern Pay Grade S23 Posting Type Open to General Public Job Announcement -------------------- $2,500 Sign\-on Bonus If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference, then consider joining the dedicated practitioners in the Division of Health Services, Health Integration program of the Fairfax County Health Department (HD). The Fairfax County Health Department is a progressive public health leader serving 1\.2 million residents from diverse ethnic, cultural and economic backgrounds. With more than 100 years of leadership in the field, we are committed to promoting population health, protecting public health and the environment, and ensuring residents' equitable access to health services and information. Join a team that works with individuals and families to improve lives in meaningful and significant ways and grow your career with the Fairfax County Health Department! Under supervision of the Health Integration Team Manager, and in partnership with on\-site primary care staff, works independently to perform the full range of professional social services on a variety of social work cases. Perform clinical assessments of social, health, emotional, and economic needs of clients. Link clients to needed county and community resources. Act as patient advocate, when needed. Work with the Public Health Nurse (PHN) Liaison and Community Health Worker (CHW) in the development of a care plan to address unmet social and health needs. Collaborate with Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) staff and medical providers with referrals for county residents. On\-going participation on Health and Human Services agency\-wide initiatives. Care Coordination and Social Determinants of Health include: Coordinates with the Public Health Nurse and Community Health Worker (CHW) in the development of a comprehensive service plan, as well as ongoing case planning, for Care Coordination clients. Performs home visits to assess social, financial, physical, and emotional status. Develops a plan of care that addresses identified social/economic needs. Provides guidance and support to the PHN and CHW in implementation of the plan of care. Communicates with clients in a culturally and linguistically appropriate format, as well as using a trauma\-informed approach. Coordinates and facilitates access to needed services for Care Support clients. May participate in the discharge planning process for patients who are hospitalized and assist with arranging post\-hospital supportive services. Participates in inter\-disciplinary and inter\-agency team meetings as appropriate. Monitor and track changes/outcomes of identified needs. Reassess patient needs, as indicated. Documents client plan of care and other related data in county/agency supported systems to share information with provider staff. Coordinates and collaborates with FQHC staff regarding patient care, as needed. Provides patient/family advocacy. In partnership with the FQHC staff, identify the availability of county and community health\-related resources, specialty options, and charity programs. Follows agency’s process and procedures in processing complex, medically necessary referrals. Note: Health Department positions are designated as emergency responders in the event of a public health crisis. As a public health emergency responder, this position may be reassigned to provide support based on the emergency response service needs. This position includes a sign\-on bonus for fully qualified new county employees in the amount of $2,500 (full\-time). Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities ------------------------------------------- (The knowledge, skills and abilities listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all\-inclusive list.) Knowledge of the principles and practices of social work; Knowledge of current social service problems and methods/approaches to address issues; Knowledge of regulations and guidelines relating to the assigned area of social service specialization; Ability to analyze case information and to reach sound decisions on the basis of such information; Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; Ability to use automated technology to establish and maintain case records; Ability to maintain professional ethics and confidentiality of client information; Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of individuals; Ability to schedule and manage workload sufficiently to meet deadlines. Employment Standards ------------------------ MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum of a bachelor's degree in a human services field OR minimum of a bachelor's degree in any field with a minimum of two years of appropriate and related experience in a Human Services area (Section 22VAC40\-670\-20 of the Administrative Code of Virginia). In order to be evaluated for positions in the Family Services Occupational Group, individuals who do not meet the degree requirement at the time of application for employment must be in their last semester of a degree program that will meet the requirements listed above. Contingent upon the area of assignment, some positions within this class may require specific certification(s) or experience prior to employment and/or the ability to acquire necessary certification(s) within a specified time period following employment. The certifications and preferred qualifications are identified in the position description and employment advertisement. CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED: Valid driver's license. AED Certification (Required within 60 days). CPR Certification (Required within 60 days). NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check, Child Protective Services Registry check, driving record check, sanction screenings, and tuberculosis test to the satisfaction of the employer. This position is emergency/essential services personnel. (Required to report for duty during inclement weather and/or other emergencies.) PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Master's degree in social work (MSW) or another related field. Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills. Work well with multi\-disciplinary team members and community partners. Knowledge and experience with chronic disease care\-coordination, case management, and/or health coaching. Ability to reach out and maintain positive community relationships. Experience with home visiting and cultural competence. * Use of Motivational Interviewing techniques in previous work. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Job is generally sedentary in nature, and requires walking, standing, sitting (for long periods of time), and kneeling, reaching, bending, climbing stairs; may be required to lift or carry up to 25 lbs. occasionally. Uses hands to grasp, handle, or feel. Visual acuity is required to read data on a computer monitor; ability to operate keyboard driven equipment and computer. Position frequently communicates and must be able to exchange accurate information with others verbally and in writing. Generally, works in an office environment yet may occasionally be required to perform job duties outside of the typical office setting. Ability to drive a motor vehicle. All duties performed with or without reasonable accommodations. SELECTION PROCEDURE: Panel Interview and may include exercise. 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. 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. \#LI\-KA1