Human Services Assistant - Permanency Team (Chesterfield-Colonial Heights)

Virginia Department of Social Services • Chesterfield, VA

2d • $45,723 - $53,724 • Onsite

About The Position

This job announcement is a courtesy job post for the Chesterfield-Colonial Heights local Social Services agency. It is not a position of the Virginia Department of Social Services or any other Commonwealth of Virginia agency. Local employment opportunities may also be available through the local agency’s city or county website/job board(s).

The Chesterfield-Colonial Heights Department of Social Services is hiring a Human Services Assistant (HSA) for the Permanency Team to assist Family Services Staff who provide foster care and adoption services in Chesterfield County and Colonial Heights.

At times you will feel overwhelmed and emotionally drained. The workload is heavy with new cases constantly forming. This position requires critical thinking skills, exceptional planning and organization skills and attention to detail given the program mandates that must be adhered to. It's a stressful job with critical outcomes. Being a Human Service Assistant is not for everyone, but if you are committed to making a real difference in the lives of others and are looking for a career rather than a job, we want you on our team.

Requirements

• High school diploma supplemented with post-secondary coursework in subjects such as social work, human services, gerontology, or one of the social or behavioral sciences, business or related field, and relevant work experience in public administrative support work OR any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
• Skill in operating a variety of automated office equipment to include calculator, fax/copier; and the use of computer-driven word processing, spreadsheet, graphics and file maintenance programs.
• Demonstrated ability to read and interpret documents such as State and local policies and procedure manuals.
• Current valid driver’s license and good driving record required. Based on the Virginia DMV point system, record must not reflect a total of six or more demerit points within the twenty-four months preceding the anticipated hire date, or one major violation of six demerit points within the preceding thirty-six months. Out of state driving records must be obtained by applicant and presented at time of interview. Records must reflect at least three years of history and be dated within thirty days of interview date.
• Pre-employment drug testing, FBI criminal background check and education/degree verification required.

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s degree in human services field preferred.
• Knowledge in child welfare policies and procedures preferred.
• Excellent organizational, time management, oral/written communication, interpersonal, public relations and supervisory skills.
• Knowledge and ability to apply social work principles and Virginia policies in family services programs.
• Ability to demonstrate exceptional critical thinking and decision-making skills during crisis situations.
• Proficiency in various computer programs like OASIS and Safe Measures.
• Ability to maintain confidential records and materials.
• Exceptional ability to collaborate and achieve performance goals.
• Masters or Bachelors Degree in Social Work, Masters in Human Services, LCSW, Child Welfare Stipend participants, completion of COVLC new worker training or are Bilingual (Spanish & ASL).

Responsibilities

• Assist the Permanency Team in administrative and supportive capacities through various tasks.
• Monitor and complete compliance tasks for Title IV-E and non-IV-E cases.
• Monitor and complete funding for foster care expenditures.
• Monitor and maintain records of compliance from external service providers.
• Collaborate with divisions within the agency to ensure compliance.
• Complete, organize, and file paperwork.
• Enter information into computer systems.
• Provide transportation for adults and children in a county vehicle.
• Supervise visitations between parents and children.
• Administer drug screenings.
• Assist with home visits and team coverage as needed.
• Perform other work as required.
• Part of an Emergency Shelter Team during times of natural disaster, reporting to shelter duty as required.

Benefits

• Attractive benefits package
• Incentives, approved through the Virginia Department of Social Services, to candidates hired who possess additional relevant training, skills and experience.
• Credit towards the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)
• Career progression opportunities and salary incentives, as funding permits, based on performance, qualifications, and experience.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED