Entry-Level Self-Sufficiency Specialist | Social Services

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Virginia; On-site; USD 37,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of VA Careers is hiring a Self-Sufficiency Specialist I for Culpeper County. The role trains under supervision to determine eligibility for social services and assess employability, with potential progression to Self-Sufficiency Specialist II after training and supervisor/director approval.

Responsibilities include assessing client needs, developing employment plans, and maintaining records while staying compliant with laws and policies.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of basic human behavior and math to calculate percentages.
• Ability to interview, gather information and evaluate situations.
• Communication skills, written and oral.

Responsibilities

• Explain the employment services program and eligibility.
• Assess customer needs and develop employment plans.
• Establish and monitor self-sufficiency goals.
• Monitor case reports and records per regulations.
• Explain child care program and assess client needs.
• Interview applicants and determine need for assistance.
• Process applications for financial assistance and diversion.
• Determine eligibility and benefit levels using systems.
• Evaluate employability and explore income sources.
• Explain client responsibilities and program availability.
• Refer clients to service workers as needed.
• Prepare reports and maintain records.

Skills

Basic behavior knowledge

Mathematics

Interviewing techniques

Education

High school diploma with related training/experience

Tools

PC proficiency

Job description

Commonwealth of VA Careers is hiring a Self-Sufficiency Specialist I for Culpeper County. The role trains under supervision to determine eligibility for social services and assess employability, with potential progression to Self-Sufficiency Specialist II after training and supervisor/director approval.

Responsibilities include assessing client needs, developing employment plans, and maintaining records while staying compliant with laws and policies.