Child Protective Services Specialist III

L-015-Shenandoah Valley Dept Of Social Services; Virginia; On-site; USD 55,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

L-015-Shenandoah Valley Dept Of Social Services seeks a Family Services Specialist III in Virginia to perform advanced casework in the Child Protective Services unit, including investigations, emergency removals, foster/adoptive placements, and court testimony.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in a human services field (or equivalent) and relevant experience, plus strong interviewing, reporting, and interagency collaboration skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a Human Services field or a bachelor’s in any field with two years related experience.
• Knowledge of social work principles and laws relating to human services.
• Ability to interview, assess needs, counsel and refer clients to resources.
• Must pass required agency background checks and driving records.

Responsibilities

• Interview and investigate cases involving suspected child abuse or neglect.
• Assist in emergency shelter operations and foster/adoptive placements.
• Testify in court proceedings and participate in training sessions.
• Develop and implement service plans and maintain client records.
• Coordinate with Courts, law enforcement, and mental health professionals.

Skills

Interviewing

Investigating

Court testimony

Counseling referrals

Communication

Case management

Recordkeeping

Training development

Interagency collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Services

Bachelor's degree + 2 years experience in Human Services

Tools

MS Office

Job description

L-015-Shenandoah Valley Dept Of Social Services seeks a Family Services Specialist III in Virginia to perform advanced casework in the Child Protective Services unit, including investigations, emergency removals, foster/adoptive placements, and court testimony.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in a human services field (or equivalent) and relevant experience, plus strong interviewing, reporting, and interagency collaboration skills.