Family Services Specialist I/II — Casework & Impact

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Virginia; On-site; USD 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of VA Careers is seeking a Family Services Specialist I who will train under close supervision across Adult/Adult Protective Services, Child Protective Services, Foster Care and Employment Services.

As you advance to Family Services Specialist II, you’ll handle service plans, apply casework methods, and manage basic caseloads with increasing independence and potential pay increases per agency policy.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of social work principles and practices.
• Skill in operating a motor vehicle and personal computer with software.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing; interview and counsel clients.

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 to monitor compliance.
• Manages program waiting lists.
• Tracks expenditures and prepares budget estimates; ensures payment for services.
• Completes federal, state and local planning and reporting requirements.
• Coordinates with other agencies and participates in multi-disciplinary teams.
• Monitors programs and serves as a resource to clients and the community.
• Provides after-hours on-call coverage and responds to emergencies in child/adult protective services.

Skills

Social work knowledge

Communication

Motor vehicle operation

PC software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Services or related field

Two years of related experience

Job description

Commonwealth of VA Careers is seeking a Family Services Specialist I who will train under close supervision across Adult/Adult Protective Services, Child Protective Services, Foster Care and Employment Services.

As you advance to Family Services Specialist II, you’ll handle service plans, apply casework methods, and manage basic caseloads with increasing independence and potential pay increases per agency policy.