Family Services Specialist I – Child Welfare (Remote)

Virginia-Department-of-Social-Service; Bedford (VA); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

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

The role involves interviewing and assessing client needs, developing service plans, and providing case management with potential for redefinition to a higher level after training and approvals.

Qualifications

• Skill in operating a motor vehicle and personal computer with associated software.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; interview, assess needs, counsel and refer clients to resources.

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 other factors such as education/skill levels, abilities, interests, and support systems.
• Informs clients of related service programs rules/regulations and right to participate.
• 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.
• Completes federal, state and local planning and reporting requirements.
• Coordinates with other agencies and participates in multi-disciplinary teams.
• Conducts monitoring of programs in area of responsibility.
• Serves as resource to clients and the community in area of expertise.
• Provides after hours on-call coverage and responds to emergencies in child/adult protective services and/or foster care.

Skills

Motor vehicle operation

PC skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Services or related field

Job description

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

The role involves interviewing and assessing client needs, developing service plans, and providing case management with potential for redefinition to a higher level after training and approvals.