Employment Specialist

Employment Specialist  Salary $76,069.50 - $133,282.50 Annually Location Prince William County, VA Job Type Full-Time (FT) Job Number 202610493 Department COMMUNITY SERVICES Division Community Support Services Division Opening Date 04/14/2026 Closing Date 4/28/2026 11:59 PM Eastern GRADE C43 Hiring Salary $76, 069.50 - $104,676.00 Description Benefits Questions Introduction Are you interested in making a life-changing impact in the lives of individuals with serious mental illness, developmental disabilities, and mild intellectual disabilities? Are you interested in utilizing your clinical skills and your marketing skills? Are you interested in working independently in the community while benefiting from professional growth? Prince William County is looking for a full-time Clinical Services Caseworker/ Employment Specialist in our Supported Employment Program. Come and join a team committed to delivering quality services, upholding integrity, fostering positivity, and one that is at the forefront of transforming people's lives! If you enjoy working independently as well as in a team setting, if you are energetic, creative and invested in changing people's lives, then the Clinical Services Caseworker /Employment Specialist job may be for you! This position qualifies for a hiring bonus of $5,000. This bonus will be paid in two equal installments. The first installment of $2,500 will be paid after you have completed 90 days of employment. The final $2,500 installment will be disbursed upon successful completion of the probationary period. About This Role: Our team provides evidence-based, client-centered services that assist individuals to successfully obtain and maintain competitive employment in the community. As an Employment Specialist, you will manage a very diverse caseload where your daily tasks will be to use your creativity and problem-solving skills not only to support your clients but also our stakeholders as well. Minimum Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in rehabilitation counseling, social work, psychology, counseling, or other related human services. 1-2 years related experience in the delivery of human services for adults with Serious Mental Illness (SMI) Preferences: Master’s degree in rehabilitation counseling, social work, psychology, counseling, or other related human services. Experience in the delivery of human services for adults with Serious Mental Illness (SMI) Experience working in an agency providing behavioral healthcare. Experience providing vocational services to adults diagnosed with SMI other co-occurring disorders, adults on the autism spectrum and Mild Intellectual Disabilities. Understanding of the American with Disability Act. Experience working with the Department for Aging and Rehabilitative Services (DARS). Experience collaborating with the business community. Experience with managing very active caseloads requiring high organizational skills and working independently in the community. Bilingual English Spanish Work Incentive Specialist Advocate Certification. Experience working with school counselors/ Student Pre-Employment Services. Special Requirements: Must possess a valid driver's license; Must pass DMV record check; Must pass TB test; Offer of employment is contingent upon the candidate passing a fingerprint based National Criminal History Record Check; Certification in First Aide and Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation, as required. Child Protective Services Requirements: Effective 1999, mandated by the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services 12VA35-105-400 rules and Regulations for Licensing Providers by the Department of Behavioral Health and Development Services related to Criminal Registry Checks, a search of the registry of founded complaints of child abuse and neglected maintained by the Department of Social Services. Work Schedule: Monday -Friday Occasional evenings and weekend hours to support your client’s employment success. Hiring Salary Range: $76, 069.50 - $104,676.00 We also offer great benefits including: Retirement from the Virginia Retirement System (VRS) 401a and 457 retirement savings and investment plans Paid Annual Leave Paid Personal Leave Paid Sick Leave Paid Holidays Optional Group Medical and Dental Health Plans Optional Group Life Insurance An Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Career Development Opportunities Full time positions with Prince William County Government qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness. Click here PSLF for additional information. NOTE: The above position description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department. To view the class description in its entirety ,Click here for the class description Prince William County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. SEE YOURSELF HERE! Employer Prince William County Government Address 1 County Complex Court Prince William County, Virginia, 22192 Website https://www.pwcva.gov/department/human-resources/careers

Salary : $76,070 - $104,676