Lead Self-Sufficiency Specialist – Employment Services

Virginia-Department-of-Social-Service; Culpeper (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Culpeper County Department of Social Services seeks a Self-Sufficiency Specialist IV to lead, train and guide staff in benefit programs and employment services. The role supports supervisors, reviews cases, and ensures staff coverage and back-up supervision, handling sensitive information with discretion.

Ideal candidates are capable of interpreting policies, coordinating training, and collaborating with community partners to enhance job readiness and service delivery within established

Qualifications

• Proficient in operating a personal computer and agency software.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, coach and train staff in a benefits/employment services setting.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to work independently within policies.
• Ability to interpret financial assistance programs and apply relevant laws and guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Serve as lead worker and assist supervisor by conducting program training for staff, reviewing case files and providing back-up supervision of staff.
• Provide consultation on complex cases and policy questions to staff.
• Prepare case records and reports and manage complex and sensitive cases.
• Coordinate training programs and orientation for new employees and clients.
• Coordinate with community resources for job readiness and development.
• Facilitate motivational and job readiness programs.

Skills

PC skills

Job description

Culpeper County Department of Social Services seeks a Self-Sufficiency Specialist IV to lead, train and guide staff in benefit programs and employment services. The role supports supervisors, reviews cases, and ensures staff coverage and back-up supervision, handling sensitive information with discretion.

Ideal candidates are capable of interpreting policies, coordinating training, and collaborating with community partners to enhance job readiness and service delivery within established