Forensic Identification Specialist Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Northern Virginia Mental Health Institute (NVMHI) is a 134-bed state psychiatric hospital located in Northern Virginia, a suburb conveniently located near several public transportation routes and in close proximity to Washington, DC. Currently, more than half of our population is forensically involved. We are seeking an organized, detail-oriented, energetic, and solution-focused person to join our dynamic team. As a Forensic Services Liaison, the incumbent will work closely with the Director of Psychology and Forensic Services, Forensic Pre-Trial Coordinator, and court personnel, such as judges, attorneys, and court clerks, to support operations of the Office of Forensic Services at NVMHI and provision of care. Full-time employees enjoy a host of benefits including 13 paid holidays, 12 days annual leave, sick leave, short-term disability, long-term disability, healthcare plans, Virginia's VRS retirement package, group life insurance, and more. For information on the State's benefits package, visit: http://www.dhrm.virginia.gov/employee benefit.

Characteristics of a successful candidate:

• Strong organizational skills, ability to maintain multiple schedules, databases, and other information systems and to prioritize and complete multiple priority tasks
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Ability to interact effectively with forensic clientele, mental health professionals, and decision-making bodies
• Ability to maintain and effectively utilize electronic record-keeping systems
• Understanding of the Commonwealth of Virginia Code sections pertaining to Not Guilty by Reason of Insanity acquittees
• Ability to analyze problems and create methods for completing complex tasks
• Demonstrated organizational skills and ability to effectively manage deadlines

Minimum Qualifications:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel required
• Prior experience with data entry management required
• Significant prior executive level administrative experience required

Additional Considerations:

• Administrative experience in a Health and Human Services field
• Graduation from college or university with coursework in public administration, criminology, or related field
• Significant exposure to consumers, official agents, inspectors, and government officials
• Knowledge of the criminal justice system and the NGRI graduated release process in the Commonwealth of Virginia

Special Instructions:

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Northern Virginia Mental Health Institute only accepts online applications via PAGEUP. Resumes and other documents may accompany the application but will not serve as a substitute for an application. Faxed, e-mailed or mailed applications will not be accepted. Please refer to your PAGEUP account for the status of your application and this position. This posting will remain open for a minimum of five (5) business days.

Northern Virginia Mental Health Institute offers a comprehensive benefit package to include your choice of four health insurance plans, paid life insurance and retirement plans, 12 paid holidays, annual and sick leave. Commonwealth's Alternate Hiring Process: In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: https://www.vadars.org/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx Contact Human Resources at (HR Rep phone #) for assistance. Minorities, Individuals with disabilities, Veterans, and people with National Service experience are encouraged to apply. EEO/AA/TTY. Northern Virginia Mental Health Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment opportunities are open to all regardless of race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, political affiliation, genetics or disability. DBHDS is a healthcare organization and must comply with the federal Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (federal CMS) guidance on Omnibus COVID-19 Health Care staff Vaccination Regulation which requires vaccination of all employees or an exemption. A job offer of employment is contingent upon the candidate meeting these guidelines as a condition of employment.

Contact Information:

Name: Sudipta Upadhyay

Phone: (703) 207-7204

Email: Sudipta.Upadhyay@dbhds.virginia.gov