Family Services Specialist II
Virginia Department of Social Services•Goochland, VA
•$55,000 - $59,000
About The Position
The Family Services Specialist II develops and implements individualized service plans using casework methods in Adult/Adult Protective Services, Child Protective Services, Foster Care, and Adoptions. The position interprets laws, policies, and regulations; coordinates and monitors assigned programs and services; assesses client needs; manages casework and related administrative responsibilities; and works with other agencies and multidisciplinary teams. The role includes after-hours on-call coverage and responding to emergencies in child or adult protective services and/or foster care.
Requirements
- A bachelor's degree in a Human Services field, or a bachelor's degree in any field plus at least two years of appropriate and related experience in a Human Services area.
- Experience in the assigned program area and completion of required training programs, or an equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
- Working knowledge of social work principles and practices; human behavior and motivational theory; laws, policies, and regulations relating to human services programs; and social, economic, and health problems.
- Skill in operating a motor vehicle and a personal computer with associated software.
- Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing; interview and assess needs; counsel and refer clients; develop and implement service plans; make sound judgments within applicable laws and policies; respond appropriately to clients' emotions; manage work activities and related records and reports; establish and maintain effective relationships; and comprehend and apply complex laws and policies related to adult abuse, child abuse, foster care, and adoptions.
- Ability to stay abreast of current trends and developments in social work.
- Must agree to and pass a DMV driving record check, FBI fingerprinting, and a pre-hire drug screen.
Nice To Haves
- Possession of a BSW or MSW degree.
- A Commonwealth of Virginia Social Worker license.
- Experience in the VDSS system (local agency casework).
Responsibilities
- Interpret laws, policies, and regulations as they apply to the assigned area of responsibility.
- Monitor, coordinate, and administer assigned programs.
- Coordinate services within the assigned area of responsibility.
- Interview clients and assess their needs and relevant factors, including education and skill levels, abilities, interests, and support systems.
- Inform clients about related service program rules and regulations and their right to participate.
- Present cases to determine appropriate services and write and implement service plans.
- Provide case management services and monitor compliance.
- Manage program waiting lists.
- Track expenditures, prepare and submit budget estimates, and ensure payment for services.
- Complete required federal, state, and local planning and reporting.
- Coordinate with other agencies and participate in multidisciplinary and interagency service teams.
- Monitor programs in the assigned area of responsibility.
- Serve as a resource to clients and the community in the area of expertise.
- Provide after-hours on-call coverage and respond to emergencies in child or adult protective services and/or foster care.
- Attend and testify in court hearings.
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