Family Services Specialist - CPS and Foster Care Teams

City of Winchester • Winchester, VA

21h

About The Position

The Family Services Specialist works with Child Protective Services (CPS) and foster care teams to assess child safety and risk, support children and families, coordinate services, and complete required documentation. The role includes conducting home visits, developing and monitoring safety plans, participating in collaborative family partnership meetings, and preparing for court proceedings. The position also includes other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a Human Services field, or a bachelor's degree in any field with two years of related experience in Social Work.
• Within 90 days of employment, have a driving commute within a one-hour time frame of the City of Winchester limits.

Responsibilities

• Assess child safety and risk by completing assessments and investigations, developing and monitoring safety plans, and providing ongoing services.
• Schedule and attend home visits to ensure the safety of children and families.
• Assess service needs, coordinate referrals, and encourage participation in services to enhance parenting skills and family functioning.
• Engage and support families through collaborative family partnership meetings.
• Prepare court reports and affidavits, and testify in court.
• Complete required documentation in a timely manner in accordance with state and local policy.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time