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Family Services Specialist II
State of Virginia 3.4
King George, VA
Hiring Range: $36,993 to $79,088
Full Time or Part Time: Full Time
Additional Detail
Title Description- This is the full performance level in the occupational group for Family Services. Employees are responsible for developing and implementing individualized service plans involving the application of casework methods in Employment Services and Child Care, and basic service level caseloads of Adult/Adult Protective Services, Child Protective Services, Foster Care, Adoptions. Employees may provide services in all program areas or specialize in one or several program areas. Typically employees perform all tasks independently and only seek supervisory advice on unusual situations or when policies and procedures require supervisory review or involvement. The Family Services Specialist II is distinguished from the Family Services Specialist III by the latter's functioning at the advanced level, and becoming more specialized in program areas and assuming more complex duties (such as: interviewing/investigating in cases involving suspected child/adult abuse/neglect, out-of-home placements, guardianships, emergency protective orders, and adoptions).
General Work Tasks (Illustrative Only) -
Interprets laws, policies and regulations as applied to specific area of responsibility;
Monitors, coordinates and administers specific programs as assigned;
Coordinates services within specific area of responsibility;
Interviews and assesses customer needs and other relevant factors - such as education/skill levels, abilities, interests, and support systems.
Informs clients of related service programs rules/regulations, and right to participate;
Presents cases to determine appropriate services and writes/implements service plans;
Provides case management services to monitor compliance;
Manages 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; and
Provides after hours on-call coverage and responds to emergencies in child/adult protective services and/or foster care.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge- Working knowledge of: social work principles and practices; human behavior and motivational theory; laws, policies, and regulations relating to human services program areas; and social, economic, and health problems.
Skills- Skill in operating a motor vehicle and personal computer with associated software.
Abilities- Demonstrated ability to: communicate effectively both orally and in writing; interview, assess needs, counsel and refer clients to other resources as needed; develop and implement service plans in order to insure the delivery of appropriate services to the client; make sound judgments within the framework of existing laws, policies, and regulations; respond to the client's emotions in order to accomplish services objectives; plan and manage own work activities including service delivery preparing reports, and correspondence, record keeping responsibilities and related activities; establish and maintain effective relationships; and stay abreast of current trends and developments in the social work field.
Education and Experience- Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in a Human Services field or minimum of a Bachelor's degree in any field with a minimum of two years of appropriate and related experience in a Human Services area (Section 22VAC40-670-20 of the Administrative Code of Virginia). Experience in assigned program area and completion of required training programs or equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Possession of a BSW or MSW degree and a Commonwealth of Virginia Social Worker license are desirable.
$37k-79.1k yearly 6d ago
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Social Services Specialist III - Foster Care
Fairfax County Government 4.3
Fairfax, VA
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This position includes a signing bonus of $2,500 (full-time) for new county hires. Do you aspire to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and youth in foster care? Are you energized by a dynamic, fast-paced work environment where every day brings new challenges? If so, we invite you to join our team! We seek individuals dedicated to children's permanency, safety, and well-being, who excel in critical thinking, decision-making, and leadership. This challenging role offers a unique opportunity to positively impact the lives of children and families.
This position works within the Division of Children, Youth and Families (CYF) as part of our Placement and Resource team. This team is in the Foster Care & Adoption, Resource & Support program. Due to the important function of this team, this position requires participation in after-hours support for the division.
As a placement coordinator, you will be at the forefront of the decision-making process for the placement of children entering foster care or requiring re-placement. Your role will involve evaluating the needs and challenges of each child, while also considering the strengths, limitations, and availability of foster families. Additionally, you will work to place children in out-of-home placements, when necessary, based on their specific treatment needs.
As an agency, DFS is committed to strengthening the well-being of its diverse community by protecting and improving the lives of all children, adults, and families through assistance, partnership, advocacy, outreach, and quality services. To learn more about DFS and its Mission, Vision, and Values, please click here.
Under general direction of the supervisor of the Placement and Resource Team, this position's duties and responsibilities include:
Matches children with appropriate foster homes, ensuring information accuracy and completeness, and coordinates with CPS and foster care staff.
Assesses the condition and needs of children and communicates with foster parents and agencies to arrange placements.
Manages placement resources, maintains knowledge of foster homes and agencies, and coordinates potential placement options.
Maintains a detailed database of referrals, children demographics, and tracks referral dispositions.
Prepares and maintains reports on referral activities, case assignments, and characteristics of children entering foster care.
Enters and updates information on foster homes in the OASIS system and manages related paperwork.
Provides crisis intervention, training, and mentorship to social services specialists, and assists with administrative functions.
Participates in team decision-making meetings, evaluation of program services, and planning of appreciation events for foster parents.
Participates in an on-call after-hours rotation that includes evening, overnight, weekend, and holiday hours.
Performs other duties as assigned to ensure child safety and improve outcomes for families.
KNOWELDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES:
Knowledge of child protection laws, rules, and regulations.
Knowledge of foster care and adoption laws, rules, and regulations.
Ability to interview, assess needs, counsel, and refer clients to other resources as needed.
Ability to provide excellent customer service to members of the community whom the agency serves, as well as community partners and internal agency staff.
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Ability to learn, retain, and apply both state and federal law and policy for foster home providers.
Ability to work independently
Grow your career with Fairfax County!
With more than 16,000 employees, Fairfax County is a diverse workforce offering employees stimulating and challenging opportunities across a broad scope of career opportunities. As a Fairfax County employee, you impact the well-being of our community every day.
This is an exciting time to join Fairfax County Government as we shape racial and social equity policies in the county through the One Fairfax Policy. Using this framework, we intentionally consider equity when making policies or delivering programs and services. To learn more, we highly encourage you to watch the Becoming One Fairfax-An Introduction to Key Concepts video and visit the One Fairfax webpage here.
Finally, click here to learn more about learn more about our Department of Family Services, meet our director and some of our practitioners, watch a short video to learn more about this position, read the top 5 reasons to come work with us, and check out the great benefits, including excellent paid leave, health plans, and retirement plans. In addition to the many County benefits, working with us gives you access to supervision towards becoming a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, our ChildWelfare Institute onboarding academy, and practice guidance grounded in the Safe & Connected practice model.
All Fairfax County Government employees are expected to adhere to the Standards of Conduct. In maintaining a drug free workplace, employees are prohibited from manufacturing, distributing, possessing, using or being under the influence of alcohol or illegal drugs while at work or on county premises.
Employment Standards
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor's degree, plus three years of professional social work experience. A master's degree in a related field may be substituted for one year of the required experience.
CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED
Valid driver's license.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check, driving record check, and a Child Protective Services Registry check to the satisfaction of the employer.
Evening and weekends required for support and placement activities. Position may be required to be on-call rotation that includes evening, overnight, weekend, and holiday hours which may require immediate response into the field.
This position is considered essential personnel and will be required to report to work during times designated countywide as approved for unscheduled leave regardless of the emergency situation (i.e., weather, transportation, other disaster).
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Master's degree in social work (MSW) or a related human services degree.
Experience working with children and youth in foster care.
Experience working with a diverse multicultural population.
At least two years of experience professional social services or human services experience in any of the following areas: Adult protective services, Alcohol and Drug Services, Child protective services, Children and families, Domestic violence, Education, Foster care, Intellectual disabilities, Mental health, Older adults, Physical disabilities, Prevention, Sexual assault.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Work requires performing tasks with risks of secondary traumatic stress (STS).
Ability to navigate through and make decisions in stressful and crisis situations.
Ability to travel out of the area by plane or car.
Ability to lift and carry small children.
Ability to lift up to 30 lbs.
All duties performed with or without reasonable accommodations.
SELECTION PROCEDURE:
Panel interview and may include a practical exercise.
Fairfax County is home to a highly diverse population, with a significant number of residents speaking languages other than English at home (including Spanish, Asian/Pacific Islander, Indo-European, and many others.) We encourage candidates who are bilingual in English and another language to apply for this opportunity.
Fairfax County Government prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce.
Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. TTY . EEO/AA/TTY.
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$51k-69k yearly est. 4d ago
Social Worker
Deanwood Rehabilitation and Wellness Center
Washington, DC
Deanwood Rehab located in the District of Columbia is currently seeking a Social Worker (LICSW).
The social worker will work with residents in the nursing home by identifying their psychosocial, mental land emotional needs along with providing, developing, and/or aiding in the success of services to meet the needs. the nursing home social worker is responsible for fostering a climate, policies and routines that enable residents to maximize their individuality, independence and dignity in accordance with the Federal Regulations, the requirements of the state, and policies and goals of the facility.
Assist in implementing appropriate plans of action to correct identified deficiencies
Must adhere to all HIPPA requirements
Understand and meet all requirements for Social Service documentation.
Participate in facility surveys(inspection) made by authorized government agencies, as necessary or as may be directed
Work with the interdisciplinary team and administration to promote and protect resident rights and the psychological well-being of each resident. Prevent and address resident abuse as mandated by law and professional licensure.
Assess and provide support for adjustment to a new room and/or new room mate.
Review with the resident/responsible party the resident's advanced directives/code status on admission, quarterly, and with changes in condition.
Must possess as a minimum , a Bachelor's Degree in social work, counseling, psychology, or any other specialized intellectual instruction directly related to social work.
Preferred minimum, 2 years supervised social work experience in a health care setting working directly with individuals.
Prior work with elders in the community or long -term care setting is preferred.
DC LICSW REQUIRED to receive $100,000
Licensed social worker starting at $80,000
DC licensed social worker starting at $90,000
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
$80k-100k yearly 3d ago
Social Worker 1 or II
Luminis Health
Lanham, MD
Objective
Provides psychosocial assessment, individual, family and group therapy to case load of patients. assessments, plans for and implements identified services for patients. Works with the patient and family/significant others on a safe discharge plan. Collaborates with the provider and interdisciplinary team on the care plan.
Essential Job Duties
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
In accordance with established department and professional guidelines, provides comprehensive psychosocial assessments for patients on case load. In therapy role, creates a therapeutic framework for effective problem solving with patient and family. Responds to patient/family needs related mental health issues.
In collaboration with Care Coordinator, provides transition of care strategies in complex situations such as: substance abuse, psychiatric, or dual diagnosis placement/services, ventilator dependent patients, inpatient dialysis services, patients with no insurance needing skilled nursing facility placement, patients requiring guardianship, long term/custodial placement.
Identifies community services and resources available to patients and families and facilitates linkage with those services.
Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team and communicates to him/her the progress and status of patients. Makes recommendations and revises plan based on continued evaluation and collaboration. Communicates proactively with members of interdisciplinary team.Evaluates patient/family progress toward established goals. Participates in rounds as indicated to address patient/family issues/barriers and to help facilitate safe transitions of care.
Integrates medical record and nursing information in assessment and interventions.
Ensures timely, appropriate, and accurate evaluation and reporting of suspected child/elder abuse and or neglect. Assesses for domestic violence issues and involves domestic violence program coordinator as indicated and appropriate.
Documents interventions in patient's medical record following department standards.
Participates in process improvement activities in the Mental Health and Substance Use Quality Council. Identifies opportunities for improvement and recommends.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
In accordance with established department and professional guidelines, provides comprehensive psychosocial assessments for patients identified by distress screening, care team referral and/or self-referral.
In counseling role, creates a therapeutic framework for effective problem solving with patient and family. Responds to patient/family needs related to adjustment to illness, disability, critical care issues, acceptance of discharge recommendations, need for long-term care placement, end of life, grief, trauma, abuse and neglect, substance abuse, and mental health issues.
Promotes social work and other psychosocial services to the care team and proactively identifies and provides services to patients who may benefit from social work services.
Identifies community services and resources available to patients and families and facilitates linkage with those services.
Collaborates proactively with referral source and communicates to him/her the progress and status of referred patients. Makes recommendations and revises plan based on continued evaluation and collaboration.
Evaluates patient/family progress toward established goals. Arranges and facilitates care conferences as needed.
Integrates medical record and nursing information in assessment and interventions.
Ensures timely, appropriate, and accurate evaluation and reporting of suspected child/elder abuse and or neglect. Assesses for domestic violence issues and involves domestic violence program coordinator as indicated and appropriate.
Documents interventions in patient's medical record following department standards.
Facilitates patient/family support groups and assists in mentoring new professional staff and student interns.
Educational/Experience Requirements
Masters' of Social Work degree (MSW).
Minimum of 1 year of workin a mental health or substance use program.
Masters degree in Social Work
Two years of oncology social work experience.
Two years' experience rendering clinical social work services in a health care environment.
Required License/Certifications
Current license as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Certified (LCSW-C).
Working Conditions, Equipment, Physical Demands
There is a reasonable expectation that employees in this position will be exposed to blood-borne pathogens.
Physical Demands -
The physical demands and work environment that have been described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
The above job description is an overview of the functions and requirements for this position. This document is not intended to be an exhaustive list encompassing every duty and requirement of this position; your supervisor may assign other duties as deemed necessary.
Pay Range
$35-$50 USD
Luminis Health Benefits Overview
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Retirement Plan (with employer match for employees who work more than 1000 hours in a calendar year)
Paid Time Off
Tuition Assistance Benefits
Employee Referral Bonus Program
Paid Holidays, Disability, and Life/AD&D for full-time employees
Wellness Programs
Employee Assistance Programs and more
Benefit offerings based on employment status
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$35-50 hourly 4d ago
Child Protective Services Worker
County of Albemarle 3.7
Charlottesville, VA
Child Protective Services Worker (CPS Worker)
Department of Social Services
12 Months, Full-Time
Non-Exempt, Pay Grade 33
VRS-Eligible, Benefits-Eligible
***PLEASE READ BEFORE APPLYING: THE LISTING ON THE ALBEMARLE COUNTY WEBSITE IS FOR ADVERTISING PURPOSES ONLY. APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION MUST BE SUBMITTED THROUGH THE VDSS STATE WEBSITE FOUND HERE:
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Are you ready to serve your community and make a remarkable difference in the lives of children? Please join our CPS division today and make an impact!
Essential Functions:
Ascertains validity of reports of child abuse and neglect applying Va. Law and policy.
Assesses the situation with regard to the presence of imminent threat to the child's life, health and/or safety to determine urgency of response.
Analyzes complex human behavior in initial contact with families.
Selects the optimal crisis intervention method to de-escalate violent or volatile situations when they arise.
Sets clear boundaries for clients who are intimidating, defiant, and possibly dangerous.
Observes and documents the effects of family behavior and environmental factors on the child.
Balances the use of CPS statutory authority with the need to determine the least invasive intervention to protect the child and enhance family functioning.
Demonstrates attentiveness, reassurance, empathy, and congruence in thinking, feeling, and acting to create a stable, rational atmosphere conducive to cooperation and engagement.
Communicates the CPS complaint and the agency's role in child protection clearly and honestly to the alleged abuser and the family.
Interviews family members to assess and document information regarding strengths, mental and physical development, abuse history, parenting skills, perceptions of reported incident, violence, and family and community support.
Assesses the role of drug or alcohol abuse in individual and family dysfunction and intervenes for the protection of children and the rehabilitation of chemically dependent individuals and their codependent family systems when applicable.
Evaluates the reliability and accuracy of information gathered from family members and determines level of risk after the initial period of crisis intervention.
Continues to revise safety assessment of the child throughout the investigative/assessment period.
Gathers, assess, and/or disseminates sensitive, collateral information about the family from a variety of sources according to Va. Confidentiality law and policy and respecting family privacy.
Analyzes and interprets pertinent professional reports and other data.
Refers clients for services to other human service agencies such as substance abuse services, mental and physical health providers, employment services, vocational rehabilitation services, etc.
Mediates among involved legal, medical, law enforcement, educational and mental health professionals.
Makes determination regarding conditions of abuse, neglect, and/or safety of the child at 45-60 days.
Determines future risk to the child and makes decisions as to the course of action to ensure the child's future safety, which may include recommendations for removal and the actual removal of the child from the parent(s) when necessary according to Va. Law and policy.
Provides coverage after hours and on weekends, on an on-call basis, for emergencies involving abuse or neglect of children and adolescents, and for situations requiring immediate attention regarding children in the legal custody of the Department of Social Services.
Performs other related tasks as assigned.
Competency: Knowledge/ Skills/Abilities:
Knowledge of child and adolescent growth and development, family structure and dynamics, the impact of handicapping physical and mental conditions on families, and crisis intervention.
Knowledge of social, economic, and health problems and needs. Knowledge of individual and group behavior.
Ability to understand and interpret laws, regulations and policies.
Ability to develop rapport with clients from diverse backgrounds and ages through complex interviewing techniques, using a variety of skills.
Ability to handle a high level of responsibility in making decisions about children and their families' lives.
Thorough knowledge of goals, pertinent terminology and issues of other professions, including medical, mental health, legal, educational and law enforcement.
Ability to assess the individual's and families' capability to utilize services.
Ability to recognized and accept the rights, responsibilities, and differences of others.
Ability to work effectively using a variety of modalities in helping families solve their problems.
Ability to plan and organize work.
Ability to communicate and establish effective working relationships with clients, co-workers, other professional and technical staff, social agencies, and the general public.
Ability to prepare reports and maintain records.
Required Education and Experience:
Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in a Human Services field; or minimum of a Bachelor's degree in any field and minimum of two years of appropriate and related experience in a Human Services area.
Preferred Qualifications/Certifications:
Experience in assigned program area and completion of required training programs or equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
Possession of a BSW or MSW degree, or other Master's degree, and a Commonwealth of Virginia Social Work license.
Physical and Mental Requirements:
Possession of a valid appropriate driver's permit issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia. Workers in this position are required to drive and they must meet eligibility requirements of the County's safe driver policy.
Delivers work to the public typically in clients' home, often in remote rural areas.
Frequent contacts with clients and coordination with other public and private agencies (I.e. school, courts, clinics, etc.) are required.
Involves frequent driving, walking, and standing. Must be able to assist physically dependent individuals.
Remote Work:
This position is not eligible for a remote work schedule. All County staff must maintain residence within the Commonwealth of Virginia.
The Salary Range:
The hiring range for this position is $35.00 - $38.69 per hour (approx. $72,802 - $80,466 per year). Starting offer is based on applicable education beyond minimum requirements and internal equity. The position also provides excellent benefits including 12 paid holidays, paid vacation and sick leave, health insurance options with employer contribution, employer-paid life insurance, VRS retirement, and continuing education/training opportunities. This is a full time, FLSA non-exempt position. Internal candidates will receive pay adjustments in accordance with Local Government Personnel Policy, §P-60.
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: Position open until Friday, January 30, 2026.
Virginia Values Veterans:
Albemarle County is a Certified V3 organization.
EOE/EEO:
Albemarle County is an equal employment opportunity employer, and does not discriminate against any group or individual on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age or disability in regards to any aspect of employment policy and practice: recruitment, testing, selection, assignment, pay, conditions of work, training, leave, overtime, promotion, discipline, demotion, and separation.
$72.8k-80.5k yearly Auto-Apply 1d ago
Child Psych Specialist | ED
Children's National 4.6
Washington, DC
Child Psych Specialist | ED - (250002Z6) Description Responsible for the implementation of nursing care for a child or group of children and their families from admission through discharge, under thedirect supervision of the registered nurse. Qualifications Minimum EducationBachelor's Degree Bachelor's degree is required, preference given to degrees in psychology or other human services field (Required) Required Skills/KnowledgeDisplay calm, accepting, problem solving attitude with patients and families Required Licenses and CertificationsBasic Life Support for Healthcare Provider (BLS) (Required) Functional AccountabilitiesImplement Therapeutic MilieuImplement schedule of activities.
Co-lead/lead patient groups.
Implement individual Treatment Plans.
Implement time outs and seclusion protocols.
Maintain safety for patients, families and staff through continuous assessment and vigilant adherence to all safety protocols and plans.
Assists patients with ADLsAssist with general hygiene, rest, activity, and nourishment.
Work with patients to foster developmentally appropriate self care.
Provide appropriate classroom accommodations for children with physical disabilities.
Administer care to the medically ill child under the supervision of a registered nurse.
Administers educational services to all children and adolescents hospitalized on the inpatient psychiatric unit Administer educational assessments.
Provide individualized assignments for the patients based on their academic levels.
Administer unit behavioral protocols in the classroom setting.
SafetySpeak up when team members appear to exhibit unsafe behavior or performance Continuously validate and verify information needed for decision making or documentation Stop in the face of uncertainty and takes time to resolve the situation Demonstrate accurate, clear and timely verbal and written communication Actively promote safety for patients, families, visitors and co-workers Attend carefully to important details - practicing Stop, Think, Act and Review in order to self-check behavior and performance Organizational AccountabilitiesOrganizational Accountabilities (Staff) Organizational Commitment/Identification Anticipate and responds to customer needs; follows up until needs are met Teamwork/Communication Demonstrate collaborative and respectful behavior Partner with all team members to achieve goals Receptive to others' ideas and opinions Performance Improvement/Problem-solving Contribute to a positive work environment Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to change Identify opportunities to improve clinical and administrative processes Make appropriate decisions, using sound judgment Cost Management/Financial Responsibility Use resources efficiently Search for less costly ways of doing things Safety Speak up when team members appear to exhibit unsafe behavior or performance Continuously validate and verify information needed for decision making or documentation Stop in the face of uncertainty and takes time to resolve the situation Demonstrate accurate, clear and timely verbal and written communication Actively promote safety for patients, families, visitors and co-workers Attend carefully to important details - practicing Stop, Think, Act and Review in order to self-check behavior and performance Primary Location: District of Columbia-WashingtonWork Locations: CN Hospital (Main Campus) 111 Michigan Avenue NW Washington 20010Job: Administrative Support / Customer ServiceOrganization: COE Hospital-Based SpecliatiesPosition Status: R (Regular) - FT - Full-TimeShift: NightWork Schedule: 7p-7a weekend, holiday requirement Job Posting: Jan 16, 2026, 4:13:25 PMFull-Time Salary Range: 39353.
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$70k-84k yearly est. Auto-Apply 17h ago
Human Services Caseworker
Prince William County (Va 4.3
Woodbridge, VA
Do you have a passion for supporting individuals experiencing homelessness and helping them move toward independence and self-sufficiency? If so, consider joining our team. The Prince William County Department of Social Services, Homeless Services Division, is seeking a motivated Human Services Caseworker to support Human Services Managers in reducing homelessness and assisting individuals in securing safe, stable housing.
The ideal candidate will have experience working with at-risk populations in a human-services environment and a demonstrated ability to address and overcome barriers faced by individuals experiencing homelessness. This role requires a positive, solutions-oriented approach, the ability to manage multiple priorities, and a strong working knowledge of community-based resources.
About This Role:
This role is primarily responsible for providing case management services to participants residing at the 24/7 Ferlazzo Emergency Shelter, ensuring services are delivered in a safe and effective manner. This position reports to the Senior Human Services Caseworker and is responsible for completing intake documentation, conducting initial assessments, developing housing plans, and referring participants to appropriate social services programs and community agencies.
In this role, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while supporting positive, lasting change in the lives of those you serve. This position requires a high level of responsibility and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision, while also working effectively in a team-based environment. Candidates must demonstrate strong management and organizational skills, effective interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present cases to an interdisciplinary team, and a solid understanding of homeless populations and the complex challenges they face.
Minimum Requirements:
High school diploma or G.E.D. and 5 years of experience in a human services or social services-related field.
Preferences:
Bachelor's degree in social work, human services, or a related field
Two or more years of experience in the following areas:
* Working directly with homeless individuals in an emergency homeless shelter setting
* Collaborating with community-based partners that support homeless populations
* Providing housing-focused case management services to individuals facing homelessness to include developing, maintaining, and documenting case records using unique identifiers, including assessments, case notes, and required data systems (e.g., MARS)
* Preparing, monitoring, and evaluating individualized service plans
* Identifying crisis situations and making referrals to appropriate staff
3 or more years of total case management experience to include the development of housing plans using SMART goals and objectives
Working knowledge of community-based resources and service systems relevant to homelessness and housing stability
Special Requirements:
* Resource/foster parents for youth in the Prince William foster care program may not be employed by the Prince William Department of Social Services. Resource/foster parents for youth from other localities are welcome to apply.
* All DSS staff are required to provide emergency human services work, including staffing emergency shelters in the event of a community disaster.
* Candidates must pass criminal history, child protective services, and DMV background checks.
* Must possess a valid driver's license and be eligible to drive for work.
Work Schedule:
37.5 hours per week flexible schedule, Monday to Friday 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. One teleworking day per week. Telework eligibility is subject to change as business needs warrant; there is no future guarantee of teleworking.
Hiring Salary Range: $70,921.50 to $97,968.00
We also offer great benefits including:
* Retirement from the Virginia Retirement System (VRS)
* 401a and 457 retirement savings and investment plans
* Paid Annual Leave
* Paid Personal Leave
* Paid Sick Leave
* Paid Holidays
* Optional Group Medical and Dental Health Plans
* Optional Group Life Insurance
* An Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
* Career Development Opportunities
Full time positions with Prince William County Government qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness. Click here PSLF for additional information.
NOTE: The above position description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department. To view the class description in its entirety, click here.
Prince William County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
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$70.9k-98k yearly 5d ago
Family Services Specialist (Open Until Filled)
County of Roanoke Virginia 3.9
Roanoke, VA
Salary $47,094.32 - $51,803.75 Annually Job Type Full Time Job Number 201003532 Department Social Services Opening Date 11/21/2025 Closing Date Continuous * Description * Benefits GENERAL DESCRIPTION Performs responsible professional work supporting and assisting clients with personal, social, health and economic needs. Effectively provides services to any client population the department may serve. Manages a caseload in a specialized area or may be required to manage multiple case types using the application of social casework methods and within the context of program laws, regulations and policies. Effectively assesses families and individuals, identifies appropriate interventions, develops service plans, mobilizes resources to meet established goals and objectives and evaluates effectiveness of services. General supervision is given to provide regular oversight of work activities. Performs other duties as assigned.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
* Interviews and observes clients and collaterals to assess client strengths and needs
* Conduct home visits in various settings to include client homes, hospitals, residential facilities and group homes
* Provide transportation to clients
* Develops, writes and implements service plans with goals, objectives and target dates appropriate to the situation
* Engages client/family in a helping relationship and arranges for appropriate services
* Collaborates with community resources to coordinate services
* Accesses funding sources as necessary for provision of services, such as the Children's Services Act
* Documents activities and rationale for contacts and services
* Receives, documents, and investigates referrals of suspected child or adult abuse and collaborates with supervisor for any necessary actions and resolution
* Recruits, assesses, and trains resource homes in foster care, adult services or child daycare programs
* Conducts home studies in accordance with department guidelines
* Prepares various professional written reports and documents
* Prepares and files court documents, testifies on behalf of the department
* Works in a team environment
* Works outside of normal working hours and serves in an on-call status as assigned and approved by the supervisor
* Uses computer programs to document work and search for information
NON-ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
* Assists in meeting emergency needs for food, clothing and shelter for walk-in clients
REQUIREMENTS/PREFERENCES
Education
Required: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a degree in the Human Services field as defined by the Code of Virginia (includes social work, counseling, psychology, sociology, gerontology, criminal justice and family and child development).
Experience
Preferred: Some experience in family services work.
Certifications/ Licenses
Required: Valid Virginia driver's license with good driving record.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
* Thorough knowledge of social work principles and practices necessary for advising clients and delivering services in a public welfare setting.
* Knowledge of human behavior.
* Ability to communicate orally and in writing with clients, coworkers and other human services workers in the community.
* Ability to assess individual and family strengths and needs in areas such as health, housing, income, employment and education; identify and implement intervention strategies appropriate to the assessed strengths and needs of individual or family; identify and utilize other DSS and community program/ resources to assist an individual or family in meeting identified goals and objectives.
* Ability to effectively utilize interviewing and communication skills to respond to client emotions and engage them in a helping relationship.
* Ability to testify accurately in court
* Ability to plan and manage assigned work.
* Ability to write professional reports, correspondence, and narrative.
* Skill in the use computer hardware and software.
* Ability to interpret and apply laws, policies and regulations in order to provide services appropriately.
* Ability to work outside normal working hours to include being on call for emergencies twenty-four hours a day, including weekend and holidays.
Additional Requirements
Subject to a complete criminal history and Child Protective Services background search with acceptable results. May be subject to DMV driving record review as required by amount of work related driving, specified by support responsibilities. Must be able to perform the job as described in the Physical and Environmental Demands section of this job description
Supervisory Responsibilities
None
OTHER INFORMATION
Part-time employees are not eligible for employee benefits.
Full-time employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefit package that includes:
* Progressive Flexible Leave Plan with cash-in option
* Twelve paid holidays
* Short Term Disability Insurance
* Long Term Disability Insurance
* Health, Vision and Dental Insurance
* Life Insurance
* Flexible Spending Accounts - Medical and Dependent Care
* Virginia Retirement System - Membership in VRS is automatic upon hire into a covered position. County contributes and employees pay their membership contribution.
* Tuition Reimbursement
* Employee Assistance Program
* Credit Union Membership
* Deferred Compensation Plan with County Match
$47.1k-51.8k yearly 58d ago
Family Services Specialist III (Child Welfare)
Virginia Department of Social Services
Yorktown, VA
Family Services Specialist III
Qualified candidates will need to have considerable knowledgeable and job experience in areas of childwelfare programs and policy to include Foster Care, Child Protective Services, Adoption, Resources Families and ICPC. The individual will be responsible for on-call duties as part of a unit rotation. Lastly, CPS Intake will be performed several times throughout the month.
Hiring Range: $40,693-80,000 -The York-Poquoson Department of Social Services offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees to include medical and dental insurance, health savings accounts, VRS retirement, group life insurance, and deferred compensation, flexible spending accounts, employee assistance program, paid holidays and paid leave. This position will have the ability for hybrid telework after completion of six months of employment.
The York-Poquoson Department of Social Services is hiring a Family Services Specialist III the childwelfare team. This position will work primarily in Foster Care, but may perform other complex duties to include Resource Family Approvals, ICPC, In-Home, Family Support and Child Protective Services Family Assessments and Investigations. You will be providing direct services to children, parents, and caretakers to achieve permanency and/or stability, and strengthen families. This position performs safety and risk assessments and identifies risk factors to the child as well as the ability of the caretaker to ensure protection and safety.
Title Description- The Family Services Specialist III with the Child Protective Services unit, is a professional position under the supervision of a Family Services Supervisor that performs in program areas and assumes more complex duties such as: interviewing/investigating in cases involving suspected child abuse, neglect, out-of-home placements, guardianships, emergency removal and protective orders, testifying in legal proceedings; and placing children in foster/adoptive homes. Employees have contact with others and influence outcomes by participating in task force, strategic planning, mentoring, teaching and conducting outreach. Develops and implement services plans for children and caretakers. Employees will maintain records through the course of the client's service relationship with the agency. Performs work with specific ancillary agencies such as Juvenile and Domestic Relations Courts, Law Enforcement agencies and mental health professionals. Will perform any other assigned duties.
The Family Services Specialist III is distinguished from the Family Services Specialist IV class by the latter's functioning as a lead worker, or an expert resource specialist.
General Work Tasks (Illustrative Only) -
Monitors, coordinates and administers specific assigned programs; CPS, FC, Resource Families, ICPC and Adoption
Coordinates services within specific area of responsibility;
Writes service plans, and presents cases to determine appropriate services;
Tracks expenditures, prepares/submits budget estimates and ensures payment for services;
Interprets laws, policies and regulations as applied to specific area of responsibility;
Completes necessary federal, state and local planning and reporting requirements;
Provides case management services to monitor compliance;
Provides foster care casework services;
Trains foster parents; submits progress reports to the court;
Refers families to treatment resources within the community;
Transports children to placements, meetings, therapy sessions, doctor and dental appointments, and for visitation with families;
Attends court, testifies in court and coordinates cases with attorneys;
Informs clients of service programs and the rules and regulations, and right to participate;
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;
Performs investigative duties to include screens referrals for validity;
Interviews all parties involved; assesses immediate and long-term dangers/risks to children;
Develops written services plan documenting goals, objectives and details of the services provided for each case;
Provides program administration and caseload management services;
Conducts visits and maintains contact with other professionals;
Testifies in criminal and civil cases; prepares court ordered home assessments and custody home studies;
Establishes and maintains case records;
Codes, enters and updates new and on-going cases in the state computer information system; and
Acts as team lead for the childwelfare unit in the Supervisor's absence
Represents the agency at various functions such as making speeches at civic and business associations, providing training and workshops on child/adult abuse and neglect for public and private organizations
Provides after hours on-call coverage and responds to emergencies in child/adult protective services and/or foster care.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge- Considerable knowledge of: social work principles and practices; human behavior and motivational theory; laws, policies, and regulations relating to human services program areas; investigating and interviewing techniques; legal procedures as related to program area; and social, economic, and health problems.
Skills- Operating a motor vehicle and personal computer with associated software, in positive and solution based approaches to problem solving.
Abilities- Demonstrated ability to: communicate effectively both orally and in writing; interview, assess needs, counsel and refer clients to other resources as needed; develop and implement service plans in order to insure the delivery of appropriate services to the client; make sound judgments within the framework of existing laws, policies, and regulations; respond to the client's emotions in order to accomplish services objectives; plan and manage own work activities including service delivery preparing reports, and correspondence, record keeping responsibilities and related activities; establish and maintain effective relationships; and stay abreast of current trends and developments in the social work field.
Education and Experience- Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in a Human Services field or minimum of a Bachelor's degree in any field with a minimum of two years of appropriate and related experience in a Human Services area as mandated in Section 22VAC40-670-20 of the Administrative Code of Virginia and implemented by the Virginia Board of Social Services. Possession of a BSW or MSW degree and a Commonwealth of Virginia Social Worker license are desirable.
Minimum Qualifications: Some knowledge of social work principles and practices and community resources; local, state, and federal regulations and mandates, philosophies, and laws regarding the delivery of childwelfare and adult services; human behavior and motivational theory; and social, economic, and health problems. Fundamental knowledge of medical/mental disorders and family dynamics.
Preferred Qualifications:
A bachelor's degree in social work or another human services field; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Preferred: two years of social work experience in public childwelfare, foster care and adoption services and a master's degree in social work.
Excellent oral and written communication skills to include the ability to interact with a diverse population
Outstanding public speaking and presentation skills, especially for court interventions
Assertive and confident - especially when being challenged
Independent thinker and decision maker
Strong computer skills
Ability to deal effectively with conflict
A real commitment to the safety of children and to York-Poquoson Department of Social Services
Prefer experience providing direct services in Foster Care, CPS, Resource Family approval, ICPC and Adoptions.
Prefer previous work experience in the Local Department of Social Services.
Prefer work experience in more than one of the following program areas: Foster Care, Adoption, ICPC, Family Support, Resource Family Approvals, CPS, APS, and Adult Services.
Prefer completion of required trainings in the Virginia Learning Center.
Prefer experience testifying in court.
Prefer experience in a lead worker or supervisory role providing guidance and training to other staff.
Prior work experience utilizing OASIS.
CAN's Certification, VEMAT Rater, FPM Facilitator
Special Requirements:
Applicants must have a valid Virginia driver's license without restrictions and the driving record must meet agency standards on or before the hire date.
Applicants must also meet a level of insurability set by the agency.
On-call work, after hours and weekends, are required on a rotating basis, therefore, applicants must live within a 1-hour drive of the agency.
Responsible for shelter duty during times of disaster.
Applicants may be subject to a Criminal History Background search, Central Registry search, DMV/driving record check, and/or pre-employment drug screen.
The investigation may include: fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI), local agency checks, employment verification and references, verification of education (relevant to employment), credit checks (relevant to employment) and other checks requested by the hiring authority.
This position is covered under Code of Virginia §63.2-1601.1 or §63.2-1720 requiring the finalist candidate to submit to fingerprinting and provide personal descriptive information for a criminal history record check through the Central Criminal Records Exchange and a search of the Central Registry.
All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory results of the required checks and screenings.
Employee must be willing to work in the community emergency shelter in the event of a natural disaster or emergency.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Applicants are encouraged to provide a complete listing of work experience and qualifications on the application and/or resume. Applications for this position must be submitted electronically through this website.
Mailed, emailed, faxed, or hand delivered applications and resumes will not be accepted.
The website will provide a confirmation of receipt when the application is submitted for consideration. Consideration for an interview is based solely on the information within the application. Please refer to your account for the status of your application and this position.
$40.7k-80k yearly Auto-Apply 10d ago
Family Services Specialist III (Child Welfare)
LDSS External Career Portal
Yorktown, VA
Family Services Specialist III
Qualified candidates will need to have considerable knowledgeable and job experience in areas of childwelfare programs and policy to include Foster Care, Child Protective Services, Adoption, Resources Families and ICPC. The individual will be responsible for on-call duties as part of a unit rotation. Lastly, CPS Intake will be performed several times throughout the month.
Hiring Range: $40,693-80,000 -The York-Poquoson Department of Social Services offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees to include medical and dental insurance, health savings accounts, VRS retirement, group life insurance, and deferred compensation, flexible spending accounts, employee assistance program, paid holidays and paid leave. This position will have the ability for hybrid telework after completion of six months of employment.
The York-Poquoson Department of Social Services is hiring a Family Services Specialist III the childwelfare team. This position will work primarily in Foster Care, but may perform other complex duties to include Resource Family Approvals, ICPC, In-Home, Family Support and Child Protective Services Family Assessments and Investigations. You will be providing direct services to children, parents, and caretakers to achieve permanency and/or stability, and strengthen families. This position performs safety and risk assessments and identifies risk factors to the child as well as the ability of the caretaker to ensure protection and safety.
Title Description- The Family Services Specialist III with the Child Protective Services unit, is a professional position under the supervision of a Family Services Supervisor that performs in program areas and assumes more complex duties such as: interviewing/investigating in cases involving suspected child abuse, neglect, out-of-home placements, guardianships, emergency removal and protective orders, testifying in legal proceedings; and placing children in foster/adoptive homes. Employees have contact with others and influence outcomes by participating in task force, strategic planning, mentoring, teaching and conducting outreach. Develops and implement services plans for children and caretakers. Employees will maintain records through the course of the client's service relationship with the agency. Performs work with specific ancillary agencies such as Juvenile and Domestic Relations Courts, Law Enforcement agencies and mental health professionals. Will perform any other assigned duties.
The Family Services Specialist III is distinguished from the Family Services Specialist IV class by the latter's functioning as a lead worker, or an expert resource specialist.
General Work Tasks (Illustrative Only) -
Monitors, coordinates and administers specific assigned programs; CPS, FC, Resource Families, ICPC and Adoption
Coordinates services within specific area of responsibility;
Writes service plans, and presents cases to determine appropriate services;
Tracks expenditures, prepares/submits budget estimates and ensures payment for services;
Interprets laws, policies and regulations as applied to specific area of responsibility;
Completes necessary federal, state and local planning and reporting requirements;
Provides case management services to monitor compliance;
Provides foster care casework services;
Trains foster parents; submits progress reports to the court;
Refers families to treatment resources within the community;
Transports children to placements, meetings, therapy sessions, doctor and dental appointments, and for visitation with families;
Attends court, testifies in court and coordinates cases with attorneys;
Informs clients of service programs and the rules and regulations, and right to participate;
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;
Performs investigative duties to include screens referrals for validity;
Interviews all parties involved; assesses immediate and long-term dangers/risks to children;
Develops written services plan documenting goals, objectives and details of the services provided for each case;
Provides program administration and caseload management services;
Conducts visits and maintains contact with other professionals;
Testifies in criminal and civil cases; prepares court ordered home assessments and custody home studies;
Establishes and maintains case records;
Codes, enters and updates new and on-going cases in the state computer information system; and
Acts as team lead for the childwelfare unit in the Supervisor's absence
Represents the agency at various functions such as making speeches at civic and business associations, providing training and workshops on child/adult abuse and neglect for public and private organizations
Provides after hours on-call coverage and responds to emergencies in child/adult protective services and/or foster care.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge- Considerable knowledge of: social work principles and practices; human behavior and motivational theory; laws, policies, and regulations relating to human services program areas; investigating and interviewing techniques; legal procedures as related to program area; and social, economic, and health problems.
Skills- Operating a motor vehicle and personal computer with associated software, in positive and solution based approaches to problem solving.
Abilities- Demonstrated ability to: communicate effectively both orally and in writing; interview, assess needs, counsel and refer clients to other resources as needed; develop and implement service plans in order to insure the delivery of appropriate services to the client; make sound judgments within the framework of existing laws, policies, and regulations; respond to the client's emotions in order to accomplish services objectives; plan and manage own work activities including service delivery preparing reports, and correspondence, record keeping responsibilities and related activities; establish and maintain effective relationships; and stay abreast of current trends and developments in the social work field.
Education and Experience- Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in a Human Services field or minimum of a Bachelor's degree in any field with a minimum of two years of appropriate and related experience in a Human Services area as mandated in Section 22VAC40-670-20 of the Administrative Code of Virginia and implemented by the Virginia Board of Social Services. Possession of a BSW or MSW degree and a Commonwealth of Virginia Social Worker license are desirable.
Minimum Qualifications: Some knowledge of social work principles and practices and community resources; local, state, and federal regulations and mandates, philosophies, and laws regarding the delivery of childwelfare and adult services; human behavior and motivational theory; and social, economic, and health problems. Fundamental knowledge of medical/mental disorders and family dynamics.
Preferred Qualifications:
A bachelor's degree in social work or another human services field; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Preferred: two years of social work experience in public childwelfare, foster care and adoption services and a master's degree in social work.
Excellent oral and written communication skills to include the ability to interact with a diverse population
Outstanding public speaking and presentation skills, especially for court interventions
Assertive and confident - especially when being challenged
Independent thinker and decision maker
Strong computer skills
Ability to deal effectively with conflict
A real commitment to the safety of children and to York-Poquoson Department of Social Services
Prefer experience providing direct services in Foster Care, CPS, Resource Family approval, ICPC and Adoptions.
Prefer previous work experience in the Local Department of Social Services.
Prefer work experience in more than one of the following program areas: Foster Care, Adoption, ICPC, Family Support, Resource Family Approvals, CPS, APS, and Adult Services.
Prefer completion of required trainings in the Virginia Learning Center.
Prefer experience testifying in court.
Prefer experience in a lead worker or supervisory role providing guidance and training to other staff.
Prior work experience utilizing OASIS.
CAN's Certification, VEMAT Rater, FPM Facilitator
Special Requirements:
Applicants must have a valid Virginia driver's license without restrictions and the driving record must meet agency standards on or before the hire date.
Applicants must also meet a level of insurability set by the agency.
On-call work, after hours and weekends, are required on a rotating basis, therefore, applicants must live within a 1-hour drive of the agency.
Responsible for shelter duty during times of disaster.
Applicants may be subject to a Criminal History Background search, Central Registry search, DMV/driving record check, and/or pre-employment drug screen.
The investigation may include: fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI), local agency checks, employment verification and references, verification of education (relevant to employment), credit checks (relevant to employment) and other checks requested by the hiring authority.
This position is covered under Code of Virginia §63.2-1601.1 or §63.2-1720 requiring the finalist candidate to submit to fingerprinting and provide personal descriptive information for a criminal history record check through the Central Criminal Records Exchange and a search of the Central Registry.
All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory results of the required checks and screenings.
Employee must be willing to work in the community emergency shelter in the event of a natural disaster or emergency.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Applicants are encouraged to provide a complete listing of work experience and qualifications on the application and/or resume. Applications for this position must be submitted electronically through this website.
Mailed, emailed, faxed, or hand delivered applications and resumes will not be accepted.
The website will provide a confirmation of receipt when the application is submitted for consideration. Consideration for an interview is based solely on the information within the application. Please refer to your account for the status of your application and this position.
$40.7k-80k yearly Auto-Apply 10d ago
Family Services Specialist II (CPS)
City of Chesapeake (Va 4.1
Chesapeake, VA
Family Services Specialist II - CPS The City of Chesapeake Department of Human Services is seeking experienced Child Protective Services (CPS) Family Services Specialists that under the supervision of a Family Services Supervisor will be responsible for case management duties associated with conducting CPS assessments and investigations.
The selected candidate will:
* Investigate CPS referrals concerning allegations of child abuse/neglect, assess child safety and risk utilizing a variety of structured decision-making tools, interviews, and observations.
* Prepare court documents related to child safety and appear in a variety of court hearings to testify in cases.
* Make sound decisions pertaining to child safety to include removing children from their home and placing children with relatives or in foster care.
* Collaborate with law enforcement, mental health professionals, and emergency medical services partners when conducting CPS investigations and assessments.
* Support a demanding caseload to include investigations and family assessment referrals.
* Model professional behavior and best practices from the Virginia Services Practice Model.
* Complete tasks related to Child Protective Services Intake procedures.
* Have strong attention to detail and be able to work in a fast paced environment.
Other duties include, but are not limited to:
* Conducts interviews or investigations and makes client/family assessments; formulates and implements plan; screens interstate referrals; sends out and reviews home study information.
* Provides individual and group counseling for client and family.
* Prepares purchase orders for client services, and negotiates provider rates; confirms provider availability and service authorization; verifies client information; processes invoices for payment.
* Interacts/coordinates with other agencies, organizations, or family/community members to provide services for client and family/prior custodians; makes referrals for other social services.
* Conducts home visits to supervise, observe, and document family interactions, activities, and environment; establishes schedule with parents/prior custodians for child visitation.
* Provides direct services to clients/families including teaching basic living, parenting, budgeting, or employment skills, providing mediation counseling, and accompanying clients to appointments.
* Collects and compiles information/data, and prepares periodic and special reports; maintains files/records for area of responsibility; develops program forms.
* Provides emergency services/crisis intervention for clients/families; protects clients through court involvement; testifies at local, state, and judicial appeals; provides client placement as needed.
* Conducts pre-service foster parent orientations and classes to evaluate/screen applicants; recruits and conducts training classes and orientations for volunteers.
* Provides information to public on eligibility requirements and available services for assigned area.
* Performs routine office tasks such as dictating case notes, data entry, typing correspondence or forms, filing, faxing, telephoning, or photocopying.
* Conducts training classes for service providers; certifies and recertifies approved providers; attends professional workshops and seminars to improve professional skills.
* Rotates through various service provider roles in such areas as CPS, foster care, and adoption.
The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits. Please browse our Benefits Brochure, for a full list of benefits and employee perks.
Required Qualifications
VOCATIONAL/EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT: In order to be evaluated for vacancies in the Family Services Specialist job series, applicants shall possess the qualifications outlined in (1) OR (2) below:
1) A minimum of a bachelor's degree in the human services field, including Social Work, Rehabilitation Counseling, Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Counseling Psychology, Counseling and Guidance, Counselor Education, Human Services, Sociology, Family and Child Development, Aging Studies, Gerontology, Criminal Justice with a minor in one of the above studies, or other related degrees determined by the Department of Human Resources based on the similarity of the curriculum and course content.
2) A minimum of a bachelor's degree in any field accompanied by a minimum of two years of appropriate and related, full-time equivalent experience in a human services related area. To be considered for promotion, persons currently employed in the Family Services Specialist job series by a local department prior to January 1, 1999, who do not meet the qualifications outlined in either (1) or (2) above, must possess four years of appropriate and related experience in a human services area and must have successfully completed all available competency-based training related to the promotional area.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT: In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards, this class requires a minimum of two years of appropriate and related, full-time equivalent experience.
SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES: Requires a valid driver's license and a driving record that is in compliance with City Driving Standards.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Emergency Duty (On-Call) participation is required to comply with mandated responsibilities as listed under Section 63.2-1503,B; Section 63.2-900; and 63.2-1604-63.2-1610, Code of Virginia. Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term departmental needs and/or City-wide emergencies.
Preferred Qualifications
* Current experience working for Virginia Department of Social Services (VDSS) or have prior VDSS experience in Child Protective Services (CPS)
* Experience in ChildWelfare
* Experience or knowledge of OASIS
* Experience writing service plans, reports, or other related types of reports
* Experience in assigned program area and completion of required training programs or equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
$43k-55k yearly est. 19d ago
CASEWORKER FT 40 - NMCRS Headquarters
Navy Marine Corps 3.6
Arlington, VA
*This is a civilian position. Please note that this position does not require military service and/or enlistment.*
Do you have previous experience as a Volunteer or employee of Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society? Are you an NMCRS “Level III Caseworker (CW) Status? If you can answer ‘Yes' to both these questions and you want to meet the challenge of working at NMCRS Headquarters, then we want to talk to you! NMCRS Headquarters in Arlington VA has an immediate need for a full-time (40 hrs/wk) highly qualified caseworker. This position provides support to field office and staff members to assist service members. To fill this unique position, you must be a trained Level III CW.
This is a hybrid position. All candidates must be local to the DC metro area in order to be considered for this opportunity
This opportunity will remain Open Until Filled.
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background screening.
Although we acknowledge receipt of all applications, only those selected for interviews will receive further notification. Visit NMCRS on the web at ************** E.O.E.
$41k-51k yearly est. Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Family Support Worker - Full Time First Shift
Valley Health 4.2
Winchester, VA
Familiar with mental health and medical services and other community resources provided in the service area. Familiar with the range of supportive services available to families. Demonstrates creativity and knowledge about community resources. Advocate for nurturing, non-violent discipline of children. Relates to families from a strength-based model in all situations. Approaches families from a family centered service model. Practices basic supportive skills. Demonstrates cultural sensitivity when interacting with, and speaking about enrolled families. Demonstrates knowledge of normal child growth/development and parent-child relationships. Demonstrates ability to initiate supportive relationships and maintain adequate boundaries through extended relationships. Demonstrates sensitivity as well as clear, supervisory leadership in the course of providing on-going supervision for assigned staff members. This role requires close supervision from the programs Executive Director or designated Supervisor. Leads team projects as assigned. Provides facilitation for parent group activities. Establishes a trusted relationship with enrolled families. With a weighted caseload of families, FSW maintains regular family contact at an annual average of 75% home visits due and 85% of in person contact completion. Minimal guidance from Supervisor is provided. Develops 80%Family Goal Plans (FGP) within 30 days of first home visit with minimal guidance from Program Manager. Reviews FGP at every visit with families and reviews regularly with Supervisor. Regularly uses FGP as a guide for service delivery. Completes 90% of developmental assessments and evaluation tools with families in a timely manner as defined by program by program objectives. Skillfully uses knowledge of parent-child interaction and child development concepts, materials such as curricula, toys, and tools. Skillfully uses knowledge of the dynamics of child abuse and neglect and guidance from the Supervisor and Executive Director to identify and report concerned related to child abuse and neglect immediately, within the same working day as required by law. Utilizes the principles of supporting nurturing relationships such as reflective listening, active observation and gathering and offering information in a non-judgmental manner and implements them. Meets with Supervisor on a weekly basis to review family status. Demonstrates competency in interventions, perceptions and needs with Supervisor. Documents and consistently follows through with plans made in conjunction with the Supervisor. Develops strategies to follow through with those plans with minimal guidance. Participates in regular staff meetings, training, case conferences, in-service training as required. Integrates training into professional action.
Education
High School Diploma or GED required.
Continuing education in early childhood and/or family services preferred.
Experience
Experience working with or providing services to children and families.
Certification & Licensure
Infant Mental Health endorsement level I or II preferred.
Qualifications
Demonstrates initiative.
Effective verbal and writing skills.
Demonstrates effective organizational skills.
Knowledge of and ability to work with data management systems for daily data entry and management of participant records.
Ability to work independently.
Ability to work as part of a diverse team.
Acceptance of individual differences.
Ability to establish trusting relationships.
Experience and ability to show humility and competence when working with culturally diverse families/community members.
Ability to assess and provide referral services when necessary.
Demonstrates knowledge of normal child growth/development, parent-child relationships and parent-child attachment.
Demonstrates motivation and the ability to learn and practice basic supportive skills. Willingness to engage in building reflective capacity (i.e., has the capacity for introspection, communicates awareness of self in relation to others, recognizes value of supervision, etc.).
Infant mental health endorsement level I or II preferred.
Fluency in Spanish is preferred.
Criminal background check required.
Central Registry check required.
Valid Driver's license and reliable transportation required.
Benefits
At Valley Health, we believe everyone is a caregiver, and our goal is to create an environment where our caregivers thrive physically, financially, and emotionally. In addition to a competitive salary, our most popular benefits for full-time employees include:
* A Zero-Deductible Health Plan
* Dental and vision insurance
* Generous Paid Time Off
* Tuition Assistance
* Retirement Savings Match
* A Robust Employee Assistance Program to help with many aspects of emotional wellbeing
* Membership to Healthy U: An Incentive-Based Wellness Program
Valley Health also offers a health savings account & flexible spending account for childcare, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, and professional development. In addition, several perks come with working for the largest employer in the region, such as discounts to on-campus dining, and more.
To see the full scale of what we offer, visit valleyhealthbenefits.com.
$33k-40k yearly est. Auto-Apply 55d ago
Multilingual Case Worker, (1528)
Catholic Charities Archdiocese of Washington 3.8
Gaithersburg, MD
Full-time Description
ORGANIZATION OVERVIEW: At Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Washington, your knowledge and service in areas such as immigrants and refugees, mental health, social work, employment and adult education, legal and financial services, health care, food assistance, shelter and housing, developmental disabilities and prison outreach can make a profound difference in the lives of many. Through more than 50 programs across the district and five surrounding counties, Catholic Charities is opening doors to help and hope. At CCADW, we continue to build an inclusive culture that celebrates a diverse workforce. We offer so much more than just a job. We offer careers. We take pride in our “promote from within” culture. We offer professional development, a comprehensive benefits package, and a passion for building and motivating world class, high performing teams. Explore your career opportunity with Catholic Charities. Join us in Inspiring Hope and Building Futures.
JOB SUMMARY: The Multilingual Case Worker provides direct case management and support services to eligible clients defined in select funding agreements in accord with best practice standards, contract and grant requirements, and Agency practices and procedures. The position performs individual case management, leads group services, conducts community outreach, and maintains collaborative relationships with referral resources.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:
Perform individual case management through:
Screening clients for program eligibility and assigning clients to suitable programs.
Conducting needs assessments with clients and connecting clients with appropriate resources.
Making referrals to providers for benefit programs, support services, and training and educational opportunities.
Developing goal plans with clients according to the needs of clients.
Maintaining prompt and regular contact with clients in the ongoing provision of services.
Assisting clients in meeting goal steps to include but not be limited to providing accompaniment and translation services.
Conducting monthly follow-up with clients for up to one year to evaluate and document service success.
As a member of the SNAP Outreach team, educate, refer, register, and enroll eligible clients in SNAP benefits.
Lead group services by:
Providing training and education to eligible clients at orientation and information sessions.
Hosting and teaching classes that assist clients in building skills consistent with client goal plans.
Preparing and organizing class materials and handouts.
Maintaining instructional standards.
Scheduling and administering pre-tests, post-tests, and assessments as defined in program and funding requirements.
Managing and conducting peer group or tutoring sessions that support client efforts and assist clients in resolving issues.
Documenting attendance and participation according to agency protocols.
Issuing completion certificates, as applicable.
Training volunteers and interns to lead group services.
Conduct outreach through:
Cultivating and maintaining productive relationships with community contacts and diverse organizations including but not limited to government and non-government agencies, parishes, schools, law offices, and medical providers.
Attending community meetings and outreach and recruitment events.
Educating potential clients about the benefits of programs and services.
Supporting recruitment efforts for clients, volunteers, and targeted service providers.
Provide all services according to the standards, policies, and procedures of the agency, funder, accreditor, and any applicable laws.
Enter and maintain client data into designated computer systems and maintain client files (paper and electronic) in accordance with policies and procedures.
Prepare and submit qualitative and quantitative reports according to deadlines and in keeping with standards.
Participate in required meetings and trainings.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
Requirements
EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE:
AA degree.
2 years' experience as a case worker.
SKILLS and COMPETENCIES:
Proficiency in written and oral English and at least two of the following languages: French, Amharic, Spanish, or Dari/Pashto.
Driving is required. Must have valid driver's license and clean driving record.
Compensation Package:
Medical, prescriptions, dental and vision insurance
Retirement savings plan with company match
Company-paid and supplemental life insurance
Flexible spending accounts
Paid vacation, sick and personal leave
11 paid holidays
Professional development and training
Tuition reimbursement
Employee referral bonus program
Work Schedule: Monday - 9:00 am - 5:00 pm, Tuesday - 10:00 am - 6:00 pm, Wednesday - 10:00am - 6:00 pm, Thursday - 9:00am - 5:00 pm, Friday - 9:00 am - 5:00 pm, Rotate Saturdays as needed.
Salary Description $24 Hourly
$24 hourly 57d ago
Family Services Specialist - Adult Protective Services
City of Charlottesville (Va
Charlottesville, VA
Contribute to the delivery of programs and services in Charlottesville that support meeting essential needs, which promote self-sufficiency, and that enhance the quality of life for all residents in our community. The Charlottesville Department of Social Services is seeking qualified candidates to be considered for the position of Family Services Specialist - Adult Protective Services who are highly motivated and who strive for success by demonstrating Charlottesville's Core Values of Commitment, Integrity, Respect, Innovation, and Collaboration.
This position is assigned to Adult Protective Services and is responsible for performing complex professional work in the support and assistance of agency clients with personal, social, health and economic needs involving the elderly and adults with disabilities. Work involves assisting clients in addressing issues related to substance abuse, family services, employment services, public assistance, and protective services, and requires an understanding of individual, group, adult, and geriatric behavior as well as the techniques used in interviewing, counseling, and problem investigation. Does related work as required. Work is performed under the regular supervision of a Social Services Family Services Supervisor.
The preferred hiring amount is between $27.08 - $36.15 an hour ($56,326.40 - $75,192.00Annually). Starting offer is based on applicable education, experience, and internal equity. This is a full-time, non-exempt, position which provides excellent benefits including 13 paid holidays plus 1 floating holiday, paid vacation and sick leave, health insurance options with employer contribution, employer-paid life insurance, City's retirement options, gym membership reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, and continuing education/training opportunities.
* For a general summary of benefits offered by the City, please click the 'benefits' tab on this posting, or visit *******************************************************
* The City of Charlottesville manages its own retirement system and does not participate in VRS, however the City has a Portability Agreement with VRS and there are certain provisions that must be met. For questions pertaining to the Portability Agreement, please contact the City's Benefits Administrator at ************.
Note: This job opportunity is advertised with a closing date of "Continuous." If interested in being considered, an application should be submitted as soon as possible. Applications may no longer be considered once a reasonable number of applications has been received or once a candidate to fill the position is identified. Applications may be evaluated on a continuous basis and interviews may be conducted as soon as possible during the recruitment. This job announcement may close at any time after 7 calendar days.
* Assesses needs of clients and families which may include but is not limited to
* Investigates referrals
* Interviews clients and family members as needed,
* Takes applications for services,
* Determines service eligibility,
* Works with and counsels clients,
* Provides protection and care to abandoned, abused or neglected children and adults
* Makes appropriate referrals for services,
* Prepares social studies in the formulation, delivery and assessment of service plans, and prepares related documentation.
* Makes field visits to client residences and assesses/monitor situation and/or progress.
* Assists and supports clients in problem-solving and in their use of agency and other resources.
* Makes referrals to clients, employment services, vocational rehabilitation services, etc.
* Depending on assignment, may identify homes suitable for adoption.
* Conducts group information/education sessions for clients.
* Depending on assignment, performs work with specific ancillary agencies such as juvenile and domestic relations courts.
* Assists in the evaluation of programs and services rendered to clients.
* Testifies in court proceedings and makes recommendations to petitions to legal authorities.
* Interprets agency programs to other agencies, community groups and associations.
* Researches and develops community resources, gives presentations.
* Maintains case records and prepares statistical and other reports and documentation.
* Processes financial documentation related to client services.
* May diagnose (based on a recognized manual of mental and emotional disorders or recognized system of problem definition) and provide psychotherapy and counseling (for mental disorders, substance abuse, marriage and family dysfunction, and problems caused by social and psychological stress or health impairment) if licensed.
* Will be included in on-call rotation and expected to respond within agency time-frame.
* May assist in the training of other staff, volunteers and student interns..
* May be asked to work during emergency operations as outlined in department continuity of operations plan.
* Performs related tasks as required.
Minimum Qualifications:
* Minimally requires a Bachelor's degree in a Human Services field. (Or minimally, a Bachelor's degree in any field with a minimum of two (2) years of appropriate and related experience in a Human Services area as mandated in Section 22VAC40-670-20 of the Administrative Code of Virginia and implemented by the Virginia Board of Social Services may be substituted as equivalent.)
* Requires general knowledge of: social, economic and health problems; individual and group behavior; child, adolescent, adult and geriatric behavior and the practices and techniques of interviewing, counseling and investigating problems; principles and practices of childwelfare, substance abuse, family service, employment services, public assistance and/or protective service work.
Preferred Qualifications:
* Master's Degree in Social Work or related field preferred.
* Preference for experience in Adult Protective Services with a public agency during the past five (5) years.
Special Requirements:
* Possession of a valid driver's license issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia or qualified and able to obtain a valid VA driver's license prior to beginning the position. (To view our driving eligibility requirements, visit **************************************************
* Possession of all requirements for entry level as specified by the Virginia Department of Social Services.
Skills: Also requires ability to: identify social problems and needs and to assess the ability of individuals and families to utilize services in problem-solving; plan and organize work and to understand and interpret laws, policies and regulations; communicate and establish effective working relationships with clients, co-workers, other professional and technical staff, social agencies, and the general public; communicate effectively orally and in writing; prepare reports and maintain records.
Work occurs in an office setting, and may also occur in client homes, meetings and collaboration in other community agencies, and involvement in court hearings. Frequent contacts with individuals, families, extended families and other stakeholders, other professionals and paraprofessionals requiring skill and tact in dealing with sensitive, controversial and confidential material. Work may involve threatening and potentially dangerous settings and disturbing circumstances. May be required to be on-call and respond within certain timeframes.
A pre-hire background check will be conducted on all candidates who are selected for employment with the Department of Social Services. It will include a criminal record check and a child abuse/neglect registry search. Additionally, a driving record check and education verification may be conducted if applicable.
Please note: The Charlottesville Department of Social Services is unable to hire any applicant, intern, or volunteer if the criminal record check reveals a conviction for, or arrest awaiting final disposition of a barrier crime as set forth in § 63.2-1719 of the Code of Virginia. Please click here for the list of barrier crimes: *********************************************
$56.3k-75.2k yearly 11d ago
Social Worker
Charles E Smith Life Communities 4.2
Rockville, MD
ABOUT CHARLES E. SMITH LIFE COMMUNITIES At Charles E. Smith Life Communities (CESLC), we have team members who live our mission every day to provide quality health care and meaningful life experiences to older adults. CESLC provides a wide variety of career opportunities on our beautiful 38-acre campus located in Rockville Maryland. A career at CESLC offers an exciting opportunity to join a nonprofit faith-based organization where our team of over 1,000 members represent a very wide range of cultural backgrounds, ethnicities and faiths.
LOCATION
This position is part of the Hebrew Home of Greater Washington, our long-term care community, located at 6121 Montrose Road, Rockville, MD
OUR SOCIAL WORKER POSITION
The primary focus of the Social Worker role is to coordinate resident's stay through the admissions, discharge and MDS process. Provides crisis intervention and assists families in understanding the implications and complexities of the life situation and its impact on lifestyle. Provides professional social work assistance to clients and families as related to illness, disease, hospitalization, financial and educational wishes by utilizing a variety of modalities in all areas of service.
This is a FULL TIME Salaried position with a M-F schedule.
SOCIAL WORKER-JOB REQUIREMENTS
Assists the Resident in the exercise of his/her rights and informs the Resident of any responsibility's incumbent upon him/her in the exercise of those rights.
Demonstrates the ability to obtain information and interpret information in terms of the needs of the age of the Residents cared for.
Demonstrates an understanding of the range of care needed based on the age of the Residents cared for.
Demonstrates knowledge of growth, development and/or adult health throughout the life span as appropriate to the job performed.
Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
Ability to respect all members of the healthcare team.
Strong documentation skills.
Solid work history with excellent attendance and punctuality, patience, understanding and compassion for those requiring our care.
Provides considerate respectful care focused upon the Residents' individual needs.
SOCIAL WORKER-EDUCATION & TRAINING
Bachelor's degree in social work from accredited college or university.
Completion of a social work internship is required.
LCSW/MSW with current active license in MD.
Sufficient experience in order to perform daily tasks with an understanding of the duties involved.
BENEFITS
As a SOCIAL WORKER you will enjoy our competitive total rewards package:
$77,000 annual salary
Health benefits start on the first day of the month following date of hire
Dental and Vision Benefits.
Competitive PTO Plan
403(b) Plan
Employer paid AD&D Insurance
401(a) Pension Plan with employer match
Tuition Reimbursement
FREE PARKING
Proximity to public transportation
Employee Assistance Program services provided for to you and your family.
VACCINATION POLICY
As a dedicated provider to Senior Living Care our facility requires all hired associates to provide proof of vaccination records, including two doses of MMR, two doses of Varicella, and a Negative TB screen before the start of employment. Another source of documentation that can be accepted is a Titer or Lab test that expresses proven immunity to the following diseases. Upon employment our Talent Acquisition team will provide additional details regarding CESLC vaccination policy.
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$77k yearly 60d+ ago
Family Services Specialist II
City of Virginia Beach, Va 3.0
Virginia Beach, VA
The City of Virginia Beach, Department of Human Services (VBDHS) seeks an experienced Child Protective Services (CPS) Family Services Specialist that will be responsible for case management duties associated with conducting CPS assessments and investigations.
And here's the exciting part - the selected candidate will qualify for a $3,000 hiring bonus!
The Family Services Specialist II is expected to demonstrate advanced skills and experience in providing Child Protective Services, which include a vast knowledge of community resources to ensure the service needs of clients are being met. This position requires extensive experience in crisis intervention and the ability to teach and model these skills to less knowledgeable childwelfare staff members. The Family Services Specialist II requires extensive court experience to ensure trainees are equipped with the knowledge and skills needed to initiate and participate in court proceedings as warranted.
Duties:
* Work a variety of hours to be able to attend trainings, staff meetings, attend court hearings. Perform standby on-call duties after normal business hours.
* Investigate high level CPS referrals concerning allegations of child abuse/neglect.
* Make appropriate validity, decisions and plans for immediate response to new CPS referrals.
* Develop safety plans and protective agreements to ensure the safety of children involved in new referrals.
* Conduct client strengths and needs assessments.
* Intervene to protect abandoned, and neglected, and physically abused children.
* Team with police, mental health professionals, and emergency medical services partners when conducting CPS investigations and assessments.
* Participation on multi-disciplinary team consultation meetings concerning children and families.
* Provide information and referrals to community partners seeking assistance for children and families.
The City offers a generous benefits package, which includes health, dental and life insurance, retirement and savings plans, maternity/paternity and parental leave, holidays and paid leave.
Hiring bonuses shall only be for new hires of original full-time employment or reemployment as defined in Human Resources Policy No. 5.0.
* $500 will be awarded in the first paycheck.
* $1,000 will be awarded upon completing the six (6) month interim performance evaluation with an overall rating of "Meets Expectations".
* $1,500 will be awarded upon completing the employee's one (1) year probationary period and a performance evaluation with an overall rating of "Meets Expectations".
$36k-51k yearly est. 5d ago
Family Support Worker - Full Time First Shift
Valleyhealthlink
Winchester, VA
DepartmentHEALTHY FAMILIES - 207125Worker Sub TypeRegularWork ShiftFirst Shift (United States of America)
Pay Grade
107Job Description
Familiar with mental health and medical services and other community resources provided in the service area. Familiar with the range of supportive services available to families. Demonstrates creativity and knowledge about community resources. Advocate for nurturing, non-violent discipline of children. Relates to families from a strength-based model in all situations. Approaches families from a family centered service model. Practices basic supportive skills. Demonstrates cultural sensitivity when interacting with, and speaking about enrolled families. Demonstrates knowledge of normal child growth/development and parent-child relationships. Demonstrates ability to initiate supportive relationships and maintain adequate boundaries through extended relationships. Demonstrates sensitivity as well as clear, supervisory leadership in the course of providing on-going supervision for assigned staff members. This role requires close supervision from the programs Executive Director or designated Supervisor. Leads team projects as assigned. Provides facilitation for parent group activities. Establishes a trusted relationship with enrolled families. With a weighted caseload of families, FSW maintains regular family contact at an annual average of 75% home visits due and 85% of in person contact completion. Minimal guidance from Supervisor is provided. Develops 80%Family Goal Plans (FGP) within 30 days of first home visit with minimal guidance from Program Manager. Reviews FGP at every visit with families and reviews regularly with Supervisor. Regularly uses FGP as a guide for service delivery. Completes 90% of developmental assessments and evaluation tools with families in a timely manner as defined by program by program objectives. Skillfully uses knowledge of parent-child interaction and child development concepts, materials such as curricula, toys, and tools. Skillfully uses knowledge of the dynamics of child abuse and neglect and guidance from the Supervisor and Executive Director to identify and report concerned related to child abuse and neglect immediately, within the same working day as required by law. Utilizes the principles of supporting nurturing relationships such as reflective listening, active observation and gathering and offering information in a non-judgmental manner and implements them. Meets with Supervisor on a weekly basis to review family status. Demonstrates competency in interventions, perceptions and needs with Supervisor. Documents and consistently follows through with plans made in conjunction with the Supervisor. Develops strategies to follow through with those plans with minimal guidance. Participates in regular staff meetings, training, case conferences, in-service training as required. Integrates training into professional action.
Education
High School Diploma or GED required.
Continuing education in early childhood and/or family services preferred.
Experience
Experience working with or providing services to children and families.
Certification & Licensure
Infant Mental Health endorsement level I or II preferred.
Qualifications
Demonstrates initiative.
Effective verbal and writing skills.
Demonstrates effective organizational skills.
Knowledge of and ability to work with data management systems for daily data entry and management of participant records.
Ability to work independently.
Ability to work as part of a diverse team.
Acceptance of individual differences.
Ability to establish trusting relationships.
Experience and ability to show humility and competence when working with culturally diverse families/community members.
Ability to assess and provide referral services when necessary.
Demonstrates knowledge of normal child growth/development, parent-child relationships and parent-child attachment.
Demonstrates motivation and the ability to learn and practice basic supportive skills. Willingness to engage in building reflective capacity (i.e., has the capacity for introspection, communicates awareness of self in relation to others, recognizes value of supervision, etc.).
Infant mental health endorsement level I or II preferred.
Fluency in Spanish is preferred.
Criminal background check required.
Central Registry check required.
Valid Driver's license and reliable transportation required.
Benefits
At Valley Health, we believe everyone is a caregiver, and our goal is to create an environment where our caregivers thrive physically, financially, and emotionally. In addition to a competitive salary, our most popular benefits for full-time employees include:
A Zero-Deductible Health Plan
Dental and vision insurance
Generous Paid Time Off
Tuition Assistance
Retirement Savings Match
A Robust Employee Assistance Program to help with many aspects of emotional wellbeing
Membership to Healthy U: An Incentive-Based Wellness Program
Valley Health also offers a health savings account & flexible spending account for childcare, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, and professional development. In addition, several perks come with working for the largest employer in the region, such as discounts to on-campus dining, and more.
To see the full scale of what we offer, visit valleyhealthbenefits.com.
$36k-55k yearly est. Auto-Apply 56d ago
Child and Family Services Clinical Specialist
Depaul Community Resources 4.3
Abingdon, VA
Child and Family Services Clinical Specialist Level of Education: Bachelor's Degree required, Masters Degree preferred. Job Type: Full-Time/Regular (37.5 hours workweek) Years of Experience: Any Job Description
The Child and Family Services Clinical Specialist will provide individualized treatment services, which could include attachment and resiliency-based interventions for services in the home and/or community, that may include Parent/Family Engagement, Intensive In-Home services, as well as Crisis Intervention service delivery. This Clinician position may also provide intensive care coordination or general clinical interventions to children, teens, parents/caregivers, adults, and families.
The individual in this position will provide comprehensive casework, which includes both case management and direct clinical services in accordance with established social work principles. The Clinician will support and assist clients and families with personal, family, and social growth, while helping to empower the client and family to the highest level of self-sufficiency. This position will include providing services in the clients home, in community settings, and office-based settings. Position may also require limited on-call duties, as necessary.
Experience and Skills
The CFS Clinical Specialist position requires a minimum of a bachelors degree in a human services field (social work, psychology, counseling, etc.) leading to eligibility for QMHP registration with the Board of Counseling. Masters degree is preferred. Experience working with children and families is required. Supervision for licensure/certification may be available for eligible applicants.
Compensation is dependent upon qualifications and experience.
* Please refer to the Virginia Board of Counseling QMHP regulations for a full list of qualifying degrees.
DePaul is an Equal Opportunity Employer and E-Verify Participant.
$28k-35k yearly est. 13d ago
Family Services Specialist I/II/III (Family Preservation Unit)
James City County 3.5
Williamsburg, VA
$52,254 - $100,292 / year DOQ and Level + Full-Time County Benefits
Performs responsible work providing support and assistance to agency customers with personal, social, health, and economic needs; counsels clients, makes referrals, determines eligibility for social services, and serves as liaison between clients and ancillary agencies providing services. There are three levels of Family Services Specialist distinguished by the level of work performed and the qualifications of the employee.
There are three levels of Family Services Specialist distinguished by the level of work performed and the qualifications of the employee.
Family Services Specialist I: $52,254 - $81,393 / DOQ
Family Services Specialist II: $55,910 - $87,242 / DOQ
Family Services Specialist III: $64,066 - $100,292 / DOQ
Responsibilities
• Counsels and provides services to families and individuals by focusing on family preservation and reunification; monitors progress of customers; implements court ordered services; works with families to prevent crises.
• Provides protective services to children, the elderly, and the disabled in the community; secures the well-being of children, older adults, and families; removes victims from homes if necessary; provides after hours on-call services and emergency intervention.
• Manages assigned caseload by maintaining files, telephone contacts, referrals to private vendors for services, and preparing documents.
• Conducts field visits to schools, homes, and hospitals; makes referrals; coordinates with law enforcement and school personnel; makes serious and complex decisions and defends them in court.
• Makes referrals for services by being knowledgeable of local services and resources, working with service providers in the community, serving on interagency service assessment teams; serves as client advocate in accessing services and working with other agencies such as schools, courts, and mental health professionals.
• Provides assessment and case management for customers; develops and implements service plans to address family and individual needs.
• Provides 24-hour on-call responsibilities and is trained to provide emergency interventions.
• (Family Services Specialist III) Assists in case-related situations; represents the agency by actively serving on local, regional and state workgroups and taskforces; provides trainings for agency staff and/or community partners; covers cases during absences, leave and vacancies.
Qualifications:
• Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in a Human Services field or minimum of a Bachelor's degree in any field with a minimum of two years of appropriate and related experience in a Human Services area (Section 22VAC40-670-20 of the Administrative Code of Virginia); possession of a Bachelor's degree in Social Work or Master's degree in Social Work and a Commonwealth of Virginia Social Worker license are preferred.
• Must possess, or obtain within 30 days of hire, a valid Virginia driver's license and have an acceptable driving record based on James City
County's criteria.
• Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer service including setting and meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
• Skill in use of computer software, especially Microsoft OfficeSuite.
• Ability to analyze and use judgment in accomplishing diversified duties; think independently within the limits of policies, standards, and precedents.
Family Services Specialist I: No additional requirements.
Family Services Specialist II: Considerable human services related experience, Master's Degree preferred; demonstrated ability to perform effective social work in the areas of adult protective services, foster care, and/or child protective services; accurately complete impartial adult or child protective service investigations within an appropriate time frame; must possess Family Partnership Facilitator certification; completion of all Virginia Department of Social Services training requirements for field of specialization.
Family Services Specialist III: Employed at James City County Social Services for a minimum of 24 consecutive months; extensive experience in a local department of Social Services, with considerable experience in adult protective services, foster care, and/or child protective services; or a Master's Degree in Human Services or related field and considerable experience in a local department of social services in one of the program areas; demonstrated proficiency in intervening in complex case situations, including case-related court involvement; knowledge of field of specialization as evidenced by advanced training in program area and leadership techniques.
Click here for full job description. Accepting applications until position is filled. Cover letters and resumes may also be attached, but a fully completed application is required for your application to be considered. ** Open Until Filled **
James City County is dedicated to building a diverse workforce and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations. If you need assistance with completing the employment application, please contact the HR Department at ************ or email ********************************.