Family Services Specialist I/II — Impactful Casework

Virginia Department of Social Services; Covington (VA); Presencial; USD 42.000 - 56.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The Virginia Department of Social Services is seeking a Family Services Specialist I, an entry level position trained under close supervision in Adult/Adult Protective Services, Child Protective Services, Foster Care/Adoption, Child Care, and Employment Services. Training leads to full-performance Family Services Specialist II with potential pay increases under the agency plan.

As part of the program, the role involves casework, service plan development, and coordination with other agencies.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Human Services or a related field with at least 2 years of related experience.
• Possession of a BSW or MSW and Virginia Social Worker license desirable.

Responsabilidades

• Interpret laws, policies and regulations as applied to specific area of responsibility.
• Monitor, coordinate and administer specific programs as assigned.
• Coordinate services within specific area of responsibility.
• Interview and assess customer needs and other relevant factors—such as education/skill levels, abilities, interests, and support systems.
• Inform clients of related service programs rules/regulations, and right to participate.
• Present cases to determine appropriate services and write/implement service plans.
• Provide case management services to monitor compliance.
• Manage program waiting lists.
• Tracks expenditures, prepares/submits budget estimates and ensures payment for services.
• Completes necessary federal, state and local planning and reporting requirements.
• Coordinates with other agencies and participates in multi-disciplinary and interagency teams providing services to customers.
• Conducts overall monitoring of programs in specific 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.

Conocimientos

Social work knowledge

Communication skills

Interview & assess

Counsel and refer

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Human Services or related field with 2 years experience

Descripción del empleo

The Virginia Department of Social Services is seeking a Family Services Specialist I, an entry level position trained under close supervision in Adult/Adult Protective Services, Child Protective Services, Foster Care/Adoption, Child Care, and Employment Services. Training leads to full-performance Family Services Specialist II with potential pay increases under the agency plan.

As part of the program, the role involves casework, service plan development, and coordination with other agencies.