Entry-Level CPS Family Services Specialist I

New LHRC External Career Site; Harrisonburg (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

New LHRC External Career Site is hiring a Family Services Specialist I in Harrisonburg, VA, for Child Protective Services. The role trains under close supervision, progressing to a full-performance Family Services Specialist II with a potential pay increase per the local compensation plan.

The position focuses on interviewing and assessing child abuse/neglect cases, out-of-home placements, emergency protective orders, and fostering/adoption processes, with duties spanning outreach and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a human services field or a related degree with 2 years of related experience.
• Knowledge of social work principles, human behavior, and related health problems.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Demonstrated ability to interview, collect data, gather information and investigate social service programs.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine- to journey-level casework in Child Protective Services under supervision.
• Interview, assess needs, counsel and refer clients to resources; investigate high risk cases and testify in court when needed.
• Develop and implement service plans to ensure delivery of appropriate services to clients.

Skills

Communication skills

Interviewing

Case assessment

Court testimony

Education

Bachelor's degree in human services

BSW/MSW

Two years related experience

Tools

Microsoft Word

Job description

New LHRC External Career Site is hiring a Family Services Specialist I in Harrisonburg, VA, for Child Protective Services. The role trains under close supervision, progressing to a full-performance Family Services Specialist II with a potential pay increase per the local compensation plan.

The position focuses on interviewing and assessing child abuse/neglect cases, out-of-home placements, emergency protective orders, and fostering/adoption processes, with duties spanning outreach and