Child & Family Services Case Manager I

City of Chesapeake Virginia; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Chesapeake is seeking a Family Services Specialist I to provide professional social work services within the In‑Home Prevention Services program, partnering with families, children, and community providers to promote child safety, permanency, and well‑being.

The role uses a family-centered, safety-focused approach to assess needs, develop plans, coordinate services, and monitor outcomes, with duties including home visits, case management, counseling, and documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human services or related field as required or 2 years related experience with a bachelor’s degree.
• Preferred qualifications include experience writing court documents such as affidavits, interviewing individuals to obtain detailed information, and willingness to work Emergency Duty shifts.
• Current VDSS experience or knowledge of OASIS/Peer Place is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Engage families and support systems in assessment, case planning, and decision-making.
• Assess child safety, family functioning, risks, strengths, and protective capacities.
• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized service and safety plans.
• Coordinate services with community providers, schools, healthcare organizations, and other partners.
• Conduct home visits, interviews, and required case activities.

Skills

Court documents

Interviews

Emergency Duty

Education

Bachelor's degree in human services

Bachelor's degree + 2 years experience

Job description

City of Chesapeake is seeking a Family Services Specialist I to provide professional social work services within the In‑Home Prevention Services program, partnering with families, children, and community providers to promote child safety, permanency, and well‑being.

The role uses a family-centered, safety-focused approach to assess needs, develop plans, coordinate services, and monitor outcomes, with duties including home visits, case management, counseling, and documentation.