Family Services Advocate

Virginia-Department-of-Social-Service; Woodstock (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Shenandoah County Social Services in Woodstock, Virginia, invites applicants for Family Services Specialist I and II. The roles involve entry-level to advanced casework in Foster Care and Adoptions, with training under supervision and potential redefinition to full-performance Family Services Specialist II upon successful completion of the program.

The position emphasizes developing individualized service plans, coordinating with families, and delivering services across employment, child care,

Qualifications

• Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in a Human Services field or a Bachelor's degree in any field with a minimum of two years of appropriate and related experience in a Human Services area as mandated in Section 22VAC40-670-20 of the Administrative Code of Virginia.
• Possession of a BSW or MSW degree and a Commonwealth of Virginia Social Worker license are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Interprets laws, policies and regulations as applied to specific area of responsibility.
• Coordinates services within specific area of responsibility.
• Interviews and assesses customer needs and other relevant factors such as education/skill levels, abilities, interests, and support systems.
• 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/submits budget estimates and ensures payment for services.

Skills

Motor vehicle

Personal computer

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Services

Bachelor's degree in any field + 2 years related experience

BSW/MSW desirable

Job description

Shenandoah County Social Services in Woodstock, Virginia, invites applicants for Family Services Specialist I and II. The roles involve entry-level to advanced casework in Foster Care and Adoptions, with training under supervision and potential redefinition to full-performance Family Services Specialist II upon successful completion of the program.

The position emphasizes developing individualized service plans, coordinating with families, and delivering services across employment, child care,