Entry-Level Family Services Specialist, Child Welfare

Virginia AG; Virginia; On-site; USD 55,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Department of Social Services in Virginia is seeking a Family Services Specialist I, an entry-level role under close supervision, training in Adult/Adult Protective Services, Child Protective Services, Foster Care/Adoption, Child Care, and Employment Services. After training, you may become Family Services Specialist II with pay increases.

Key duties include interpreting laws, coordinating programs, assessing client needs, presenting cases, managing service plans, providing case

Qualifications

• Minimum a Bachelor's degree in a Human Services field or related area.
• Two years of related Human Services experience preferred.
• Ability to interpret laws and coordinate services.

Responsibilities

• Interprets laws, policies and regulations as applied to the area of responsibility.
• Monitors, coordinates and administers specific programs as assigned.
• Interviews and assesses customer needs and factors such as education and support systems.
• Develops and implements service plans to ensure delivery of appropriate services.
• Provides case management and monitors client compliance.

Skills

Motor vehicle operation

PC skills

Effective communication

Interviewing

Case management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Services or related field

Two years related Human Services experience

Tools

Office software

Job description

Virginia Department of Social Services in Virginia is seeking a Family Services Specialist I, an entry-level role under close supervision, training in Adult/Adult Protective Services, Child Protective Services, Foster Care/Adoption, Child Care, and Employment Services. After training, you may become Family Services Specialist II with pay increases.

Key duties include interpreting laws, coordinating programs, assessing client needs, presenting cases, managing service plans, providing case