Entry-Level Family Services Caseworker

Virginia Department of Social Services; Florida; On-site; USD 43,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Department of Social Services seeks a Family Services Specialist I who will work under supervision to gain training across Adult/Adult Protective Services, Child Protective Services, Foster Care/Adoption, Child Care, and Employment Services. After training, the role moves toward full performance at Family Services Specialist II with increased independence.

The position involves developing individualized service plans, applying casework methods, and handling basic caseloads while seeking

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Services or related field.
• Two years of related experience preferred.
• Knowledge of social services laws and policies is desirable.
• Experience with family services programs is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Interprets laws, policies and regulations as applied to specific area of responsibility.
• Monitors, coordinates and administers specific programs as assigned.
• Coordinates services within specific area of responsibility.
• Interviews and assesses customer needs and related factors.
• Informs clients of related service programs rules and rights.
• Present cases to determine appropriate services and writes/implements service plans.
• Provides case management services to monitor compliance.
• Manages program waiting lists.
• Tracks expenditure and prepares budget estimates.
• Completes required federal, state and local planning/reporting requirements.
• Coordinates with other agencies and participates in multi-disciplinary teams.

Skills

Interviews

Case management

Written communication

Oral communication

Assessment

Budget tracking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Services or related field

Tools

VaCMS

OASIS

Safe Measures

Job description

Virginia Department of Social Services seeks a Family Services Specialist I who will work under supervision to gain training across Adult/Adult Protective Services, Child Protective Services, Foster Care/Adoption, Child Care, and Employment Services. After training, the role moves toward full performance at Family Services Specialist II with increased independence.

The position involves developing individualized service plans, applying casework methods, and handling basic caseloads while seeking