Entry-Level Family Services Specialist

Virginia-Department-of-Social-Service; Monterey (VA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Department of Social Services is seeking an entry-level Family Services Specialist I to work under close supervision while training in Adult/Adult Protective Services, Child Protective Services, Foster Care/Adoption, Child Care, and Employment Services.

Upon completion of training and approvals, the employee may be redefined to a full-performance Family Services Specialist II with a pay increase per the local agency compensation plan, and will have opportunities to work more

Qualifications

• Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in a Human Services field or a Bachelor's in any field with 2 years related experience in Human Services.
• Possession of a BSW or MSW and Virginia Social Worker license are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Interprets laws, policies and regulations as applied to a specific area of responsibility.
• Monitors, coordinates and administers specific programs as assigned.
• Coordinates services within a specific area of responsibility.
• Interviews and assesses customer needs and other factors such as education, skills, abilities and supports.
• Informs clients of rules and right to participate in service programs.
• Presents cases to determine appropriate services and writes/implements service plans.
• Provides case management services to monitor compliance.
• Manages program waiting lists.
• Tracks expenditures, prepares budget estimates and ensures payments for services.
• Completes federal, state and local planning and reporting requirements.
• Coordinates with other agencies and participates in multi-disciplinary teams.
• Conducts monitoring of programs in the area of responsibility.
• Serves as resource to clients and the community and provides after-hours on-call coverage.

Skills

Oral & written communication

Interpersonal skills

Driving license

PC skills

Education

Bachelor's in Human Services or related field

BSW/MSW desirable

Job description

Virginia Department of Social Services is seeking an entry-level Family Services Specialist I to work under close supervision while training in Adult/Adult Protective Services, Child Protective Services, Foster Care/Adoption, Child Care, and Employment Services.

Upon completion of training and approvals, the employee may be redefined to a full-performance Family Services Specialist II with a pay increase per the local agency compensation plan, and will have opportunities to work more