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Foundations Recovery Network 4.5
Family support specialist job in Petersburg, VA
OTP Counselor/ Therapist- Outpatient
Horizon Health is seeking a certified therapist for our BRAND NEW opioid treatment center in Petersburg, VA The Opioid Treatment Program (OTP) Therapist/ Counselor is responsible for providing counseling, educational, and referral services to enrolled patients and their families as defined by OTP protocols. Counseling services include individual, group, and family counseling. The OTP Therapist/ Counselor is responsible for providing a range of cognitive, behavioral, and other substance use focused counseling, reflecting a variety of medically necessary evidence-based, individualized, person-centered care. The OTP Therapist completes individual psychosocial assessments and assigns treatment objectives and goals accordingly. The OTP Therapist works closely with other members of the interdisciplinary team to provide comprehensive care to enrolled patients.
Responsibilities:
Acts as primary counselor to address substance use disorders.
Develops individualized, PCP and its ongoing revisions in coordination with the Client and ensures its implementation.
Provides ongoing assessment and reassessment of the Client based on their PCP and goals.
Provides individual and group counseling based on the Client's individualized, PCP.
Provides crisis interventions, when clinically appropriate.
Provides substance use, health and community services education.
Provides coordination and consultation with medical, clinical, familial, and ancillary relevant parties with Client consent.
Ensures linkage to the most clinically appropriate and effective services along with arranging psychological and psychiatric evaluations.
Informs the Client about benefits, community resources, and services.
Advocates for and assists the Client in accessing benefits and services.
Monitors and documents the status of the Client's progress and the effectiveness of the strategies and interventions outlined in the PCP.
Other duties as assigned.
Benefit Highlights:
Competitive Compensation
Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Plan
401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
Long and Short-term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts; Healthcare Savings Account
Life Insurance
Career development opportunities within the company
Tuition Assistance
Rewarding work environment - Enjoy going to work everyday!
About Universal Health Services
One of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. During the year, UHS was again recognized as one of the World's Most Admired Companies by Fortune; and listed in Forbes ranking of America's Largest Public Companies. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located all over the U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. ***********
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree required.
CSAC, LCSW, LPC, or LP certification required.
EOE
EEO Statement
All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.
$22k-46k yearly est. 2d ago
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Family support specialist job in Virginia Beach, VA
Class A CDL Solo Truck Driver - RECENT GRADUATES OK!
*****Please read to make sure you qualify :)
Average $1500.00+ Weekly
Monthly Performance bonuses
Tuition Reimbursement program
2 WEEKS OUT-2 DAYS HOME-
OTR and Regional positions available
Gain 3 months of experience and transfer to local
No touch freight
Weekly Pay via Direct Deposit
Great Benefits
Great pay!
You can take your truck home
REQUIREMENTS:
Must be at least 21 Years of Age
No experience necessary-WILL TRAIN. Must have a valid CDL A
If no experience-MUST HAVE 120 HOURS VIA TRUCK DRIVING SCHOOL- Within the last 3 years
No Sap drivers
Clean criminal background since the age of 18 if you have 0 experience
No more than 2 MV's in the last 2 years
No 15 mph over speeding tickets or major moving violations in the last 12 months
No at fault rear end accidents in the last 12 months
No year long gaps of unemployment in the last 3 years unless in school or self employed - Must be verifiable
No MORE THAN A 6 MONTH employment gap in the last year.
No more than 6 jobs in the last 3 years
Can't be terminated from the last trucking position
Must be able to speak and understand English, as there will be a test during orientation.
Must be able to pass a hair follicle drug test
No DUI/DWI in the last 10 years
BENEFITS:
401(k)
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Health insurance
Paid orientation
Paid toll fees
Paid training
Referral program
Vision insurance
Newer Freightliner-Double beds-refrigerators- No cameras on driver
Pet and passenger friendly
100's of terminals across the US
Language:
English (Required)
License/Certification:
CDL A (Required)
APPLY TODAY FOR MORE DETAILS-Please be prepared to complete a short 5 minute application upon contact. :)
$1.5k weekly Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Family Support Specialist II (Case Management Exp.)
Urban Strategies, Inc. 4.0
Family support specialist job in Norfolk, VA
BACKGROUND:
USI is a national nonprofit with extensive experience in the design and implementation of place-based human capital development strategies in
communities that are undergoing comprehensive physical revitalization.
Founded in 1978, USI is a leader in community development, supporting over 30,000 economically stressed families, approximately 100,000 individuals, in 53 communities in 28 major metropolitan areas. USI represents a movement towards a future where all children and families will be stable and thriving, supported by our unwavering dedication to being results-based, data-driven, and equity-centered.
JOB SUMMARY:
The Family SupportSpecialist II is responsible for providing comprehensive case management, referrals, and seamless coordination with community and supportive service activities that promote economic self-sufficiency for families, enhance the quality of life for seniors and people with disabilities, and increase opportunities for residents. This role involves collaborating with a team of professionals in various fields to determine suitable approaches and supportfamilies in different neighborhoods under the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.
JOB RESPONSIBLTIES:
Conduct intake, assessments, enroll residents in family support program, and visit various locations for resident information gathering.
Collaborate with families on Development Plans, assist in accessing social services, advocate for service delivery for up to 100 individuals.
Ensure privacy, track resident data in USI's "LEARN" system, attend community and program-related meetings.
Available for occasional nights/weekends, travel up to 25%, perform administrative tasks.
Providing resources and knowledge for clients to access capital, including loans for financial goals like housing and consumer products, to build credit, reduce debt, and support wealth growth through entrepreneurship.
Offering consultation services in financial management and goal-setting.
Hosting in-person and virtual seminars for clients seeking financial literacy management resources and capital access.
Supporting and promoting the development of the USI CDFI client base.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Sociology, Psychology, or related field.
3+ years of experience as a case manager or in direct practice with low-income households; health services experience a plus.
Valid driver's license and automobile availability for work use.
Commitment to strengths-based, family-focused service planning and understanding of program philosophies.
Ability to handle confidential information professionally.
Independent and proactive work ethic, with strong team collaboration skills.
Availability for evening and weekend functions as required.
Strong verbal and written communication skills for diverse communities.
Effective real-time priority management.
Excellent organizational, planning, and time management skills.
Ability to excel in fast-paced, culturally diverse environments.
Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Advanced Excel) and other common software.
Urban Strategies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
$27k-32k yearly est. Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Family Services Specialist (Part-time)
City of Suffolk, Va 4.1
Family support specialist job in Suffolk, VA
* DO NOT APPLY THROUGH CITY OF SUFFOLK WEBSITE* Applications for this position MUST be submitted electronically through the state of Virginia website below: .
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$36k-57k yearly est. 5d ago
Family Services Specialist IV
LDSS External Career Portal
Family support specialist job in Yorktown, VA
Hiring Range: $ 45,591- 86,000 (depending on qualifications and budgetary considerations)
Title Description -This is the beginning leadership level in the occupational group for Family Services. Employees function as a lead worker for subordinate family services specialists and/or acts as an expert resource specialist. Employees serve as support for the supervisor by performing tasks such as ensuring staff coverage, workload balance, training staff, reviewing case files, and providing back-up supervision of staff. Employees may provide consultation on complex cases and may also work on complex case assignments such as individual and group therapy, crisis intervention, case management, client advocacy, prevention, and education. Employees work within established policies, procedures and guidelines with a high degree of independence, seeking supervisory assistance only in unusually complicated and difficult cases/situations. The Family Services Specialists IV class is distinguished from the Family Services Supervisor class by the latter's spending a majority of time in supervisory activities such as handling personnel issues, problems, and evaluating the work of others.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Review court reports, service plans, assessments and investigations.
provides guidance, consultation and supervision to other staff in the absence of the supervisor
Assist in preparing court reports, home studies, service plans and CPS dispositions
Provides direct intervention and service delivery for difficult, complex social work cases,
Attends court, testifies in court and coordinates cases with attorneys.
Screen CPS referrals for validity, Assign Referrals and staff new cases with worker
Conduct field visits
Functions as a lead worker providing guidance and training to other staff; and coordinates program functions, develops programs, and evaluates materials.
Accompany the assigned family services specialist to court
Investigate high profile cases; testify in court proceedings;
Analyze case information to make sound judgments within the framework of existing laws, policies, and regulations;
Stay abreast of current trends and developments in the social work field.
Plan and manage own work activities including service delivery preparing reports, and correspondence.
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- Comprehensive 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; and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders; principles and processes for providing customer and personal services to include needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of satisfaction; principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and mental dysfunctions, and for career counseling and guidance; and therapeutic treatment technique. Some knowledge of supervisory practices and principles if required in specific assignment.
Skills- Skill in: operating a personal computer and the associated software; and the operation of a motor vehicle. Abilities- Demonstrated ability to: provide guidance and training in program areas to other employees if required in specific assignment; write court reports, home studies, evaluations, mediation agreements, letters, committee reports, presentations, and general information; make clinical judgments, assess clients' needs, and formulate plan of action; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; interview, assess needs, counsel and refer clients to other resources as needed; investigate high profile cases; testify in court proceedings; develop and present training programs and other presentations; interpret program laws, policies and regulations; develop and implement service plans in order to insure the delivery of appropriate services to the client; analyze case information to make sound judgments within the framework of existing laws, policies, and regulations; respond to the client's emotions in order to accomplish services objectives; develop speeches and represent the agency on program training and workshops; work in stressful situations and maintain diplomacy; plan and manage own work activities including service delivery preparing reports, and correspondence, record keeping responsibilities and related activities; establish and maintain effective relationships with others; 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). Considerable experience in assigned program area/human services programs and completion of required training programs. Work experience in a leadership role. 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.
Minimum Qualifications:
Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in a Human Services field or minimum of a Bachelor's degree in any field and 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).
Comprehensive 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; and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders; principles and processes for providing customer and personal services to include needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of satisfaction; principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and mental dysfunctions, and for career counseling and guidance; and therapeutic treatment technique.
Some knowledge of supervisory practices and principles if required in specific assignment.
Preferred Qualifications:
Considerable experience in assigned program area (i.e. Foster Care, Adoption and Family Services unit) and completion of required training programs (i.e. VADSS Child Protective Services and/or Foster Care). Work experience in a leadership role.
Supervisory experience or work experience in a leadership role; supervising Child Protective Services, Adult Protective Services, Adult Services, and Intake staff.
Knowledge of and experience in applying complex federal and state laws, regulations, policies and procedures that govern compliance requirements related to Child Welfare Programs particularly Foster Care and Adoption.
Experience in working with the Juvenile Court System. 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.
Experience with and understanding of agency software programs such as VaCMS, OASIS, and Safe Measures.
Prefer experience providing direct services in Foster Care, CPS, Resource Family approval, ICPC and Adoptions.
CAN's Certification, VEMAT Rater, FPM Facilitator
Special Instructions
Applications for this position must be submitted through this website.
Mailed, emailed, faxed, or hand delivered applications will not be accepted.
Consideration for an interview is based solely on the information within the application/resume.
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.
Applicants are subject to a Criminal History Background search, including an FBI Fingerprint Background search, Central Registry search, DMV/driving record check
All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory results of the required checks and screening.
Employee must be willing to work in the community emergency shelter in the event of a natural disaster or emergency.
Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer
Employee must be willing to work in the community emergency shelter in the event of a natural disaster or emergency.
$45.6k-86k yearly Auto-Apply 11d ago
Family Services Specialist IV
Virginia Department of Social Services
Family support specialist job in Yorktown, VA
Hiring Range: $ 45,591- 86,000 (depending on qualifications and budgetary considerations)
Title Description -This is the beginning leadership level in the occupational group for Family Services. Employees function as a lead worker for subordinate family services specialists and/or acts as an expert resource specialist. Employees serve as support for the supervisor by performing tasks such as ensuring staff coverage, workload balance, training staff, reviewing case files, and providing back-up supervision of staff. Employees may provide consultation on complex cases and may also work on complex case assignments such as individual and group therapy, crisis intervention, case management, client advocacy, prevention, and education. Employees work within established policies, procedures and guidelines with a high degree of independence, seeking supervisory assistance only in unusually complicated and difficult cases/situations. The Family Services Specialists IV class is distinguished from the Family Services Supervisor class by the latter's spending a majority of time in supervisory activities such as handling personnel issues, problems, and evaluating the work of others.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Review court reports, service plans, assessments and investigations.
provides guidance, consultation and supervision to other staff in the absence of the supervisor
Assist in preparing court reports, home studies, service plans and CPS dispositions
Provides direct intervention and service delivery for difficult, complex social work cases,
Attends court, testifies in court and coordinates cases with attorneys.
Screen CPS referrals for validity, Assign Referrals and staff new cases with worker
Conduct field visits
Functions as a lead worker providing guidance and training to other staff; and coordinates program functions, develops programs, and evaluates materials.
Accompany the assigned family services specialist to court
Investigate high profile cases; testify in court proceedings;
Analyze case information to make sound judgments within the framework of existing laws, policies, and regulations;
Stay abreast of current trends and developments in the social work field.
Plan and manage own work activities including service delivery preparing reports, and correspondence.
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- Comprehensive 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; and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders; principles and processes for providing customer and personal services to include needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of satisfaction; principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and mental dysfunctions, and for career counseling and guidance; and therapeutic treatment technique. Some knowledge of supervisory practices and principles if required in specific assignment.
Skills- Skill in: operating a personal computer and the associated software; and the operation of a motor vehicle. Abilities- Demonstrated ability to: provide guidance and training in program areas to other employees if required in specific assignment; write court reports, home studies, evaluations, mediation agreements, letters, committee reports, presentations, and general information; make clinical judgments, assess clients' needs, and formulate plan of action; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; interview, assess needs, counsel and refer clients to other resources as needed; investigate high profile cases; testify in court proceedings; develop and present training programs and other presentations; interpret program laws, policies and regulations; develop and implement service plans in order to insure the delivery of appropriate services to the client; analyze case information to make sound judgments within the framework of existing laws, policies, and regulations; respond to the client's emotions in order to accomplish services objectives; develop speeches and represent the agency on program training and workshops; work in stressful situations and maintain diplomacy; plan and manage own work activities including service delivery preparing reports, and correspondence, record keeping responsibilities and related activities; establish and maintain effective relationships with others; 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). Considerable experience in assigned program area/human services programs and completion of required training programs. Work experience in a leadership role. 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.
Minimum Qualifications:
Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in a Human Services field or minimum of a Bachelor's degree in any field and 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).
Comprehensive 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; and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders; principles and processes for providing customer and personal services to include needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of satisfaction; principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and mental dysfunctions, and for career counseling and guidance; and therapeutic treatment technique.
Some knowledge of supervisory practices and principles if required in specific assignment.
Preferred Qualifications:
Considerable experience in assigned program area (i.e. Foster Care, Adoption and Family Services unit) and completion of required training programs (i.e. VADSS Child Protective Services and/or Foster Care). Work experience in a leadership role.
Supervisory experience or work experience in a leadership role; supervising Child Protective Services, Adult Protective Services, Adult Services, and Intake staff.
Knowledge of and experience in applying complex federal and state laws, regulations, policies and procedures that govern compliance requirements related to Child Welfare Programs particularly Foster Care and Adoption.
Experience in working with the Juvenile Court System. 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.
Experience with and understanding of agency software programs such as VaCMS, OASIS, and Safe Measures.
Prefer experience providing direct services in Foster Care, CPS, Resource Family approval, ICPC and Adoptions.
CAN's Certification, VEMAT Rater, FPM Facilitator
Special Instructions
Applications for this position must be submitted through this website.
Mailed, emailed, faxed, or hand delivered applications will not be accepted.
Consideration for an interview is based solely on the information within the application/resume.
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.
Applicants are subject to a Criminal History Background search, including an FBI Fingerprint Background search, Central Registry search, DMV/driving record check
All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory results of the required checks and screening.
Employee must be willing to work in the community emergency shelter in the event of a natural disaster or emergency.
Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer
Employee must be willing to work in the community emergency shelter in the event of a natural disaster or emergency.
$45.6k-86k yearly Auto-Apply 11d ago
Family Services Specialist III - In-Home/Prevention
City of Chesapeake Portal 4.1
Family support specialist job in Chesapeake, VA
In-Home is an alignment of CPS Ongoing and Prevention Services that prioritizes family preservation through meaningful partnerships with families and their support systems to ensure child safety, permanency, and well-being. In particular, In-Home structures all case practices around three child safety scenarios: a child living in his or her own home; a child living temporarily with a relative (kin); or a child living long-term with a relative (kin) with regular visitation with parents. In-Home services focus on specific, integrated strategies directed towards teaming engagement efforts, collective, streamlined assessment decision-making, behavior-based safety goals, and needs-driven service provision. The purpose of the position is to supervise staff and/or provide support and assistance to agency clients for the area of responsibility. The position is responsible for staff supervision and/or client assessment, planning, counseling, education/training, monitoring, and reporting. The position works within broad policy and organizational guidelines; independently plans and implements projects; reports the progress of major activities through periodic meetings. ESSENTIAL TASKS The tasks listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional tasks related to the type of work of the class as necessary. Conducts interviews or investigations and makes client/family assessments; formulates and implements plans; initiates and processes eligibility referrals. Supervises staff and/or volunteers, including training, assigning and evaluating work, counseling, and disciplining. Provides individual and group counseling for client and family; assists staff with crisis management. Oversees programs and activities relating to resources and volunteers. Interacts/coordinates with other agencies, organizations, or family/community members to provide services for client and family; makes referrals for other social services. Conducts home visits to supervise, observe, and document family interactions, activities, and environment. Approves expenditures for assigned area; provides fiscal data for preparation of annual budgets. Provides direct services to client/family including teaching basic living, parenting, budgeting, or employment skills, and providing mediation counseling and transportation. Collects and compiles information/data, and prepares routine and specialized reports; maintains files/records for area of responsibility. Investigates/establishes collateral contacts. Provides emergency services/crisis intervention for clients/families; prepares reports and documentation for court hearings; testifies in court; provides client placement as needed. Performs routine office tasks such as dictating case notes, data entry, typing correspondence or forms, filing, faxing, telephoning, or photocopying. Conducts workshops for teens; attends professional workshops and seminars to improve professional skills. Selected applicants must be able to work after hours if needed to complete home visits and ensure service needs are being met. 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 four 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
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 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; 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 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; Accompanies victims and their families to court appearances; Serves as support for the family; files petitions; Testifies in criminal and civil cases; prepares court ordered home assessments and custody home studies; Establishes and maintains case records;
Work Schedule
8 am - 5 pm/Monday -Friday. 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.
$43k-55k yearly est. 60d+ ago
Family Services Specialist II
City of Virginia Beach, Va 3.0
Family support specialist job in Virginia Beach, VA
The City of Virginia Beach, Department of Human Services (DHS) seeks an experienced Family Services Specialist II that will be responsible for providing case management services for children and families that have or have had, involvement with Child Protective Services investigations or family assessments. Case management services may be provided for ongoing prevention services as well as post foster care cases. This position will focus specifically on cases involving Domestic Violence.
The Family Services Specialist II (FSS II) must have the knowledge, skills, and family engagement tools that will allow them to provide services to the most complex family dynamics and families that have experienced a high-level trauma. The FSS II must be able to work as part of a multidisciplinary team facilitating a team approach with services providers in partnership with the families being services. In this position the FSS II will maintain a caseload of Domestic Violence associated In Home cases and provide focused training for staff members on how to work with families experiencing Domestic Violence. In addition, the FSS II will conduct groups for the community to prevent or reduce domestic violence.
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.
* Document client contacts and interaction in a variety of digital case management applications.
* Consult with supervisory team members, and city attorneys regarding the safety, wellbeing, and permanency of children.
* Assess child safety and risk utilizing a variety of structured decision making tools, interviews, and observations.
* Intervene to protect abandoned, and neglected, and physically abused children.
* Prepare strengths-based service and action plans in partnership with families and community partners.
* Refer clients to services in the community designed to enhance strengths and address parenting capacity issues.
* Separate children from situations where the child is in imminent danger. Separations may include foster care or relative placements.
* Participate in and facilitate family partnership meeting and team consultation meetings.
* Present family cases before the Family Assessment & Planning Team.
* Attend pertinent court hearings, prepare court documents, and testify in court hearings.
* Standby-on-call CPS responsibilities after normal business hours on a rotating basis.
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.
The selected candidate will qualify for a $3,000 hiring bonus! 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 SERVICES SPECIALIST, SENIOR
Newport News City, Va 3.8
Family support specialist job in Newport News, VA
Target Hiring Range: $60. 005. 85 - $70,441. 65 Based on Experience.
$40k-48k yearly est. 11d ago
Licensed Couples and Family Therapist - Fee For Service
Thriveworks 4.3
Family support specialist job in Newport News, VA
Thriveworks is currently seeking Licensed Clinicians to provide a mix of telehealth and face-to-face sessions in Newport News, VA. This role is eligible for a competitive ramp stipend for clinicians offering 30+ hours of availability per week.
At Thriveworks, we're not just growing a practice-we're building a movement to transform mental health care. Founded and led by clinicians, we understand what it takes to support our team so they can focus on what they do best: delivering exceptional care.
Who We Are
Thriveworks is a trusted mental health provider with 340+ locations and a nationwide hybrid care model. We serve over 175,000 clients annually through more than 1.7 million sessions, and those numbers are growing. As a clinician-founded and clinician-led organization, we offer the tools, support, and community you need to build a fulfilling, long-term career.
What We're Looking For
We're hiring independently licensed clinicians in Virginia who are ready to make a difference and grow with us. We're especially interested in:
Providers willing to see 25+ sessions per week
Behavioral health generalists (open to seeing couples/children, with our support)
Clinicians who value autonomy and also enjoy being part of a team
Those interested in clinical leadership or supervisory roles
Strong character matters - we value integrity, openness, and a commitment to quality care
***Specialty Population is subject to client demand***
Specialties Preferred:
Licensed Therapist specializing in, and with experience providing counseling to, Couples and Families
Qualifications:
Active and unrestricted LCSW, LMFT, LPC, or Licensed Psychologist in Virginia
Must live and be licensed in the state where services are provided
Compensation:
Up to $103,600, based on licensure type/level, session volume, and bonus opportunities.
What We Provide
We do the heavy lifting so you can focus on care. As a W2 employee, you'll receive:
Guaranteed, bi-weekly pay (no need to wait on reimbursement)
Paid orientation and annual pay increases
PTO and flexible scheduling (7am-10pm, 7 days/week)
No-show protection and caseload build within 90 days of credentialing
Credentialing, billing, scheduling, and marketing support
Health, dental, life, liability, and disability insurance options
401k with 3% employer match
CEU reimbursement and free in-house training
Opportunities for paid resident supervisory roles
A vibrant clinical community-online and in person
Monthly peer consultations and professional development
A clear path for career growth and internal promotion
A Place to Belong and Thrive
Thriveworks is a certified Great Place to Work and a community built on inclusion, growth, and support. Whether you're seeking mentorship, advancement, or a place where your impact matters, you'll find it here. 93% of our team reports feeling included, and 87% say their work has purpose-and we think that says a lot.
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$103.6k yearly Auto-Apply 23d ago
Military and Family Life Counselor - Adult- Child Youth and School
Magellan Health Services 4.8
Family support specialist job in Hampton, VA
Candidates must be local or willing to relocate to become local and licensed at the independent level as a Social Worker (LCSW, LICSW, LCSW-R or LICSW-CP), Mental Health Counselor (LPC or LMHC), or Therapist (LMFT) or equivalent independent licensure.
This position has the primary responsibility of providing the full breadth of Child and Youth Behavioral (CYB) counseling services to children of all ages of military service members and their families at military installations to include civilian expeditionary work force and their families (when activated). These services may include non-medical counseling, training/health and wellness presentations, consultation with parents, personnel at child development centers, and consultation to installation command regarding behavioral health issues affecting children and youth. CYB counselors will be assigned to child development centers, youth programs, summer camps, and on demand assignments. The counselors work closely with the installation and military branch Points of Contact (POC) to assure that the program is provided within scope and meets the needs of the installation.
* Provides non-medical, short-term, solution focused counseling directly to eligible children and youth of service members at assigned primary and secondary locations. Services include assessment, brief counseling and consultation, action planning, referral to resources (assuring linkage as appropriate), and follow-up as indicated.
* CYB counselors will also have a focus on supporting the staff and personnel of Child Development Centers (CDC), youth programs and summer camps (if available/assigned) as well as providing parent support, training, and guidance.
* Provides training and health and wellness presentations, participate in health fairs and other base/installation activities focused on children and youth.
* Enters counselor activity data daily through smart phone or web application to assure that reporting is accurate from assigned installation while maintaining confidentiality and anonymity of service/family member.
* Establishes and maintains working relationships with community resources focused on children and youth and provides appropriate linkages. Consistently visible within the assigned location(s) which allows MFLC services to be accessible. When working with children, counselor must abide by line-of-sight protocol. (Another adult with responsibility for the child must be able to see the counselor and child they are working with at all times.)
* Partners with POC to provide CYB services in a manner that addresses the needs of the installation/facility. Develops an effective and professional working relationship with the installation/facility POC.
* Manages duty to warn and restricted reporting situations according to Department of Defense (DoD) protocol and staffs the cases with Regional Supervisor/Regional Director.
* Communicates with Regional Supervisors and participates in regular individual and group supervision, sharing information regarding trends and issues on the installations and in facilities to which the counselor is assigned. Responds to critical incidents and special requests as directed by the POC and approved by the Office of Secretary of Defense (OSD) program manager. The CYB will flex schedule to respond to urgent requests as needed or at the request of the Regional Supervisor/Regional Director.
* Participates in regular in-services/training, Quality Improvement committees, initiatives, studies, pilot programs other contract activities as assigned/appropriate as directed by the customer and/or Magellan. This includes participation in pilot program certification and training processes, completion of activity documentation, integration of pilot activities in non-medical counseling work, and the utilization of applicable technology to complete required activities.
* All other duties as assigned.
The job duties listed above are representative and not intended to be all-inclusive of what may be expected of an employee assigned to this job. A leader may assign additional or other duties which would align with the intent of this job, without revision to the job description.
Other Job Requirements
Responsibilities
Master's Degree from an accredited Graduate Program in a Mental Health related field.
Valid unrestricted independent counseling license from a State, District of Columbia, US Territory or Commonwealth that grants authority to provide counseling services as an independent practitioner. A minimum of two years of post-license clinical experience.
Demonstrate intermediate-level competencies in technology and software (i.e., Microsoft Suite, Internet navigation, Smartphone/Tablet and application navigation, video-conferencing platform navigation).
Requires ability to engage and communicate with military members or children as assigned, in order to accomplish job functions, and to respond quickly to emergent situations in any physical location on a military installation and/or within a school setting, which includes the need to traverse short and/or long distances within the base to both indoor and outdoor locations, to maneuver through rugged, outdoor or uneven locations (e.g., steep inclines, stairs, grass), and work in outdoor weather and other military base conditions. Due to the nature of working on military installations or related worksites, counselors may need to comply with various site-specific requirements to work at designated locations. For example, for some assignments, counselors will need to have certain current immunizations or vaccinations and provide record of receipt.
Ability to prove US Citizenship and must be fluent in English.
Understanding, sensitivity and empathy for children, service members and their families. Ability to develop trusting, helping relationships. Ability to work effectively with individuals and families from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
Pass a Child National Agency Check and Inquiries (CNACI) Clearance and an Installation Records Check (IRC), Criminal History Background Check and FBI Fingerprints Check.
Vehicle Operator's License Requirement: Unless specifically waived by the FEDSIM COR, all contractor personnel providing counseling support at Government locations shall possess a valid U.S. state vehicle operator's license. As a condition for employment under this contract, contractor personnel may be required to pass all tests for and obtain a U.S. military vehicle operator's permit for commercial sedans and similar, for use at Temporary Duty (TDY) locations, if required.
Must meet the Magellan MFLC CYB criteria for experience with children and youth and specialty in child and adolescent development/psychology. School assigned counselors must have past work experience in a school setting to qualify for assignment.
General Job Information
Title
Military and Family Life Counselor - Adult- Child Youth and School
Grade
MFLC Tier 2
Work Experience - Required
Clinical
Work Experience - Preferred
Education - Required
Master's - Behavioral Health
Education - Preferred
License and Certifications - Required
Current licensure required for this position that meets State, Commonwealth or customer-specific requirements - Care MgmtCare Mgmt, DL - Driver License, Valid In State - OtherOther, Must be an independently licensed behavioral health clinician - Care MgmtCare Mgmt
License and Certifications - Preferred
Salary Range
Salary Minimum: $59,922
Salary Maximum: $100,280
This information reflects the anticipated base salary range for this position based on current national data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Actual pay will be adjusted based on an individual's skills, experience, education, and other job-related factors permitted by law.
This position may be eligible for short-term incentives as well as a comprehensive benefits package. Magellan offers a broad range of health, life, voluntary and other benefits and perks that enhance your physical, mental, emotional and financial wellbeing.
Magellan Health, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Tobacco-free workplace. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled.
Every employee must understand, comply with and attest to the security responsibilities and security controls unique to their position; and comply with all applicable legal, regulatory, and contractual requirements and internal policies and procedures.
$59.9k-100.3k yearly Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Air Force Domestic Abuse Victim Advocate (DAVA) - Joint Base Langley-Eustis, VA
Iva'Al Solutions
Family support specialist job in Hampton, VA
Full-time Description
IVA'AL Solutions, LLC provides support to the Air Force (AF) Family Advocacy Program (FAP) and is responsible for staffing qualified Licensed Clinical Social Workers, Licensed Registered Nurses, Certified Victim Advocates, and Program Assistants at U.S. AF Military Treatment Facilities (MTFs) across the country. The AF FAP is a Department of Defense, (DoD) funded program whose purpose is to both prevent and respond to intimate partner abuse, child abuse, and problematic sexual behavior with children and youth.
Job Description:
The Domestic Abuse Victim Advocate (DAVA) provides AF personnel, their family members, or intimate partners who are victims of intimate partner abuse non-clinical emergent and urgent service whenever requested. With the exception of mandatory state, federal, and military reporting requirements (i.e., domestic violence, child abuse, and duty to warn situations) the DAVA provides a private and confidential service to encourage victims in seeking assistance.
Essential Functions:
Provides 24/7 response to victims alleging abuse (these services are provided based on the needs of client via telephone or in-person).
Establish a Victim's Safety Plan on a case-by-case basis. The victims' safety is the DAVA's top responsibility and priority. The DAVA will review the Safety Plan during each victim contact.
Conduct initial and ongoing risk assessments. If imminent risk of serious harm or death is established, notify the social work supervisor, law enforcement, and Command. If children are involved, the process also includes child physical safety and emotional well-being; refer involved children to the social worker for follow-on care.
Immediately report any changes in the victim's circumstances that changes or impacts the safety plan to the supervisor and/or social worker or mental health provider in charge.
Advise victims of the military or civil actions available to promote safety (e.g., military order of protection, restraining order, and injunction).
Offer victims information regarding their identified needs (e.g., emergency shelter, housing, childcare, legal services, clinical resources, medical services, transitional compensation).
Accompany clients to appointments or court proceedings when requested by the client.
Assistance with transportation is typically not provided to clients, however, after consultation with the social work supervisor and when no other reasonable means exist the DAVA may transport the victim to important appointments (i.e.: medical, court, protective actions). The DAVA cannot transport minor children unless accompanied by the parent or legal guardian and has the appropriate safety restraints in the vehicle.
Establish a contact file for each victim served that contains minimal information about the allegations or nature of the incident. The primary purpose of the DAVA contact file is to maintain victim's name and contact information as well as a log of the victim contacts and nature of the contacts or service provided by the DAVA.
Develop process to keep the social work supervisor and designated POC (e.g. on-call mental health provider, emergency room.) informed of DAVA's location and timelines when providing DAVA victim services. This process will include location, arrival, and departure notification.
Continually evaluate the quality of the installation's coordinated community response and collaborate with base agencies to improve the system response to victims.
Empower victims to be involved in plans or decisions about the safety of self and children.
Collaborate and establish protocols with Security Forces Squadron (SFS), Office of Special Investigations (OSI), and Military Medical Treatment Facilities confirming.
At the discretion of the Social Work Supervisor, the DAVA may also provide emotional support and information and referral services to the non-offending caregiver in a child maltreatment or youth sexual assault case.
Required Education and Experience/Qualifications:
Must possess a minimum of a bachelor's degree from an accredited University in any of the following disciplines: Social Work; Psychology; Marriage, Family, and Child Counseling; Counseling or Behavioral Science; Criminal Justice, or related field.
Must possess 2 years of experience assisting and providing advocacy services to victims of domestic violence/abuse or sexual assault.
Must obtain the Basic Advocate Credential with designation of Comprehensive Intervention Specialist as approved and offered by the National Advocate Credentialing Program, which is overseen by the National Organization for Victims Assistance.
Must pass a criminal history/Security Clearance background check.
Must have transportation and a valid drivers' license.
Health Requirements:
All DAVA personnel working within an MTF must maintain current certification in either the American Heart Association Basic Life Support Course (BLS) (Course C) or the American Red Cross Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)/BLS (Heart Saver) Course.
Before starting work, DAVA personnel working with MTFs shall provide proof of immunization from the following diseases according to CDC guidelines: Hepatitis B, measles, mumps, rubella, varicella, and influenza, and proof of a negative TB skin test (completed within the past 12 months (if positive, proof of negative chest X-ray within the past 12 months) prior to start of work).
Technical Skills:
Must be computer-proficient to work autonomously using Microsoft Office and possess data entry skills needed to create and maintain client files. Specifically, DAVAs must utilize Family Advocacy Program Network computer software to document client visits and safety plans in compliance with AF FAP policies and accepted professional practice guidelines.
Work Environment:
This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, copiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. Travel may be required as needed and is primarily local during the business day, although some out-of-area and overnight travel may be expected and will comply with Joint Travel Regulation (JTR).
Expected Hours of Work:
This is a full-time position. General hours of work are 7:30am-4:30pm when the AF Clinic is open; however, the DAVA is required to remain on call after normal duty hours if/when a victim of family maltreatment/intimate partner sexual assault is in need of assistance. After normal duty hours, if requested, the DAVA is required to respond telephonically or in-person (with AF Social Work Leadership permission) to the hospital or law enforcement agency. Hours worked after normal duty hours will be accounted for in the form of "flexing hours" or "overtime" pay in accordance with govt policy and labor laws.
EOE Statement:
We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, status as a parent, national origin, age, disability (physical or mental), family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors. EOE/AA/M/F/D/V
Indian Preference Statement:
IVA'AL Solutions, LLC, a federally recognized American Indian owned company, provides an Indian Preference Policy for hiring and promoting of fully qualified American Indians. When considering candidates for employment or promotion, that are basically equal in qualifications including education, skill, training, experience and a successful background screening process, priority is extended to an American Indian candidate unless a valid, documented reason of unsuitability or unsatisfactory performance exists to justify non-selection of an Indian employee or applicant.
Salary Description $34.81/hr
$34.8 hourly 10d ago
Victim Advocate - Virginia Beach Police Operations
YWCA South Hampton Roads 3.2
Family support specialist job in Virginia Beach, VA
Full-time Description
YWCA South Hampton Roads (YWCA SHR) is the oldest and largest multicultural women's organization in the world. YWCA SHR is dedicated to the fullness of its mission to eliminate racism, empower women and promote peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all.
Serving approximately 8,000 individuals each year, YWCA SHR is a source of strength, courage, and empowerment for women and families facing crisis. We are a community catalyst for meaningful change and the advocate for shaping vital impact through quality services responding to the critical needs of survivors of sexual violence and domestic violence. YWCA SHR works across racial, gender, religious and social lines with organizations-partners in all sectors to educate about disparities, advocate for change and provide resources and tools to dismantle oppressive systems.
YWCA SHR is in the midst of a rapid transformation from a well-established direct service provider for women and families facing crisis to an organization working at the intersection of eliminating racism, empowering women, standing up for social justice, helping families, and strengthening our community.
About the Position
Under general supervision of the Survivor Services Director, provides victim advocacy services, victim advocacy accompaniment, legal education, crisis intervention counseling, emotional support, and community referrals to primary and secondary victims of interpersonal violence.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:
Provide in-person and telephone communication with clients providing; crisis intervention, legal victim advocacy, personal safety planning, service planning, and community referrals
Work collaboratively with YWCA staff, law enforcement units, Commonwealth Attorney, and Victim Witness staff to provide immediate and ongoing communication regarding clients while maintaining YWCA confidentiality policies
Maintain documentation of clients' requests for services, intervention initiatives, service plans, and services provided through the ECM and VADATA systems
Provide advocacy and accompaniment services during legal proceedings, during law enforcement interviews, emergency rooms, local jails, magistrate offices, and during forensic exams to primary and secondary victims of interpersonal violence
Provide advocacy and accompaniment services during forensic PERK exams to victims of sexual assault
Assist with facilitating sexual assault support group meetings
Act as a resource person for staff. Prepare and deliver in-service programs and training for agency staff, interns and volunteers
Provide community and allied professional training regarding YWCA services and interpersonal violence
Pursue ongoing training and education regarding interpersonal violence, legal issues, community resources, and other related topics
Attend staff meetings and attend related professional activities as assigned
Other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
We will consider exceptional candidates who demonstrate a strong combination of the specific qualifications and skills described below.
Minimum Requirements
Education and Experience
Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Criminal Justice, or a related Human Services field required
Two (2) years of experience in the field
Other Requirements
Must be 18 years of age
Must complete the training programs of YWCA SHR
Must complete a successful background check
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Must possess a strong understanding of interpersonal violence
Demonstrate knowledge of interpersonal violence and a strong commitment to ending violence against women, men, and children
Must possess strong organizational skills
Must be able to work independently and manage multiple priorities and respond to participants in a professional and reassuring manner
Demonstrate ability to act as an advocate on behalf of clients with a working knowledge of legal, medical and social service systems
Demonstrate ability to function as part of a team with co-workers
Demonstrate ability to work well with people of various ethnic, racial, and socioeconomic backgrounds
Demonstrate ability to communicate clearly and effectively both verbally and in writing
Must complete the YWCA Onboarding and Advanced Training
Requires willingness to work and travel alone
Travel is required; must have and maintain reliable transportation
Must have an excellent driving record and have a valid driver's license; certificate of insurance from an insurance carrier licensed in the State of Virginia
CORE VALUES
The Victim Advocate - Virginia Beach Police Operations is expected to model YWCA SHR Core Values:
Compassion
Honesty
Integrity
Ownership
Responsibility
Empowerment
WORKING CONDITIONS: Work is performed in a typical office environment with a high standard of confidentiality. This role requires working on-site at the Norfolk Police Department to ensure immediate response capabilities and effective collaboration with officers and investigators.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.
Must have the use of sensory skills to effectively communicate and interact with other employees and the public through the use of the telephone and personal contact as normally defined by the ability to see, read, talk, hear, handle or feel objects and controls.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to: Frequently walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls, and talk or hear.
Often required to stand and sit; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, squat, or crawl. Ability to lift and carry up to 20-25 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
The noise level in the work environment is moderately loud.
Physical capability to effectively use and operate various items of office-related equipment, such as but not limited to, a personal computer, calculator, copier, and fax machine.
COMPENSATION: This position offers a hiring range of $40,000-45,000 that is based on experience and a full benefits packet to include health, vision, and dental insurance, 17 paid holidays, vacation, sick leave, retirement and other benefits. We actively welcome all candidates from a wide range of backgrounds who have the skills to fulfill this role - regardless of compensation history.
START TIMEFRAME: The position will be open until filled. Interested applicants are requested to submit a cover letter and resume to the job posting at ****************
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO) DISCLOSURE: We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, creed, disability, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation and any other status protected by applicable local, state or federal law.
AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT (ADA) REQUIREMENTS: YWCA SHR is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires YWCA SHR to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are invited to discuss accommodations.
SUBSTANCE USE AND WORKPLACE SAFETY POLICY: It is the policy of YWCA South Hampton Roads to maintain a safe and healthy workplace that is free of the effects of alcohol and drug abuse. Employees, volunteers, and interns of YWCA South Hampton Roads are prohibited from the use, sale, dispensing, distribution, possession, manufacture, or being under the influence of drugs that are illegal under any federal, state or local law.
Salary Description $40,000 - $45,000
$40k-45k yearly 28d ago
Social Services Assistant
Portsmouth Health and Rehab
Family support specialist job in Portsmouth, VA
#ZR General Purpose:
The primary purpose is to assist in planning, developing, organizing, implementing, evaluating, and directing our facility's social service programs in accordance with current existing federal, state, and local standards, as well as our established policies and procedures, to assure that the medically related emotional and social needs of the resident are met/maintained on an individual basis.
Essential Job Functions:
This facility expects their employees to promote an atmosphere of teamwork with other employees and hospitality and comfort for its residents. Therefore, the following list of duties is not all-inclusive:
Assist the Social Service Director/Consultant in the planning, developing, organizing, implementing, evaluating and directing of the social service programs of this facility.
Meet with administration, medical and nursing staff, and other related departments in planning social services, as directed.
Assist in developing and implementing policies and procedures for identifying the medically related social and emotional needs of the resident.
Participate in community planning related to the interests of the facility and the services and needs of the resident and family.
Participate in discharge planning, development and implementation of social care plans and resident assessments.
Perform administrative requirements, such as completing necessary forms, reports, etc., and submitting such to the Director.
Involve the resident/family in planning social service programs when possible.
Assist in arranging transportation to other facilities when necessary.
Provide information to resident/families as to Medicare/Medicaid, and other financial assistance programs available to the resident.
Compile information on discharge plans and present to appropriate committee as required.
Coordinate social service activities with other departments as necessary.
Work with the facility's consultants as necessary and implement recommended changes as required.
Make routine visits to residents and perform services as necessary.
Make written and oral reports/recommendations to the Director concerning the operation of the social services department.
Assist in making appointments for the resident/family as required or appropriate.
Assist in providing solutions for social and practical environmental problems including seeking financial assistance, discharge planning (including collaboration with community agencies) and referrals to other community agencies when specialized assistance is required.
Assist in obtaining resources from community social, health and welfare agencies to meet the needs of the resident.
Assist in the education of the community regarding aging, rights of residents, facility services and other related topics.
Orient the resident to the long-term care environment and facilitate adjustment upon placement.
Attend in-service education programs in order to meet facility educational requirements.
Be familiar with Standard Precautions, Exposure Control Plan, Fire Drill and Evacuation Procedures and know how to use the information.
Maintain confidentiality of resident and facility records/information.
Protect residents from neglect, mistreatment, and abuse.
Protect the personal property of the residents of the facility.
Report suspected or known incidence of fraud relative to false billings, cost reports, kickbacks, etc.
Others as deemed necessary and appropriate, or as may be directed by the Social Services Director or Administrator.
Minimum Qualifications:
Good assessment, listening, and counseling skills.
Organized and detailed in work performance.
Good communication skills with excellent self-discipline and patience.
Genuine caring for and interest in elderly and disabled people in a nursing facility.
Comply with the Residents' Rights and Facility Policies and Procedures.
Perform work tasks within the physical demand requirements as outlined below.
Perform Essential Duties as outlined above
$30k-41k yearly est. 26d ago
Social Services Assistant
Trio Healthcare
Family support specialist job in Portsmouth, VA
#ZR General Purpose: The primary purpose is to assist in planning, developing, organizing, implementing, evaluating, and directing our facility's social service programs in accordance with current existing federal, state, and local standards, as well as our established policies and procedures, to assure that the medically related emotional and social needs of the resident are met/maintained on an individual basis.
Essential Job Functions:
This facility expects their employees to promote an atmosphere of teamwork with other employees and hospitality and comfort for its residents. Therefore, the following list of duties is not all-inclusive:
* Assist the Social Service Director/Consultant in the planning, developing, organizing, implementing, evaluating and directing of the social service programs of this facility.
* Meet with administration, medical and nursing staff, and other related departments in planning social services, as directed.
* Assist in developing and implementing policies and procedures for identifying the medically related social and emotional needs of the resident.
* Participate in community planning related to the interests of the facility and the services and needs of the resident and family.
* Participate in discharge planning, development and implementation of social care plans and resident assessments.
* Perform administrative requirements, such as completing necessary forms, reports, etc., and submitting such to the Director.
* Involve the resident/family in planning social service programs when possible.
* Assist in arranging transportation to other facilities when necessary.
* Provide information to resident/families as to Medicare/Medicaid, and other financial assistance programs available to the resident.
* Compile information on discharge plans and present to appropriate committee as required.
* Coordinate social service activities with other departments as necessary.
* Work with the facility's consultants as necessary and implement recommended changes as required.
* Make routine visits to residents and perform services as necessary.
* Make written and oral reports/recommendations to the Director concerning the operation of the social services department.
* Assist in making appointments for the resident/family as required or appropriate.
* Assist in providing solutions for social and practical environmental problems including seeking financial assistance, discharge planning (including collaboration with community agencies) and referrals to other community agencies when specialized assistance is required.
* Assist in obtaining resources from community social, health and welfare agencies to meet the needs of the resident.
* Assist in the education of the community regarding aging, rights of residents, facility services and other related topics.
* Orient the resident to the long-term care environment and facilitate adjustment upon placement.
* Attend in-service education programs in order to meet facility educational requirements.
* Be familiar with Standard Precautions, Exposure Control Plan, Fire Drill and Evacuation Procedures and know how to use the information.
* Maintain confidentiality of resident and facility records/information.
* Protect residents from neglect, mistreatment, and abuse.
* Protect the personal property of the residents of the facility.
* Report suspected or known incidence of fraud relative to false billings, cost reports, kickbacks, etc.
* Others as deemed necessary and appropriate, or as may be directed by the Social Services Director or Administrator.
Minimum Qualifications:
* Good assessment, listening, and counseling skills.
* Organized and detailed in work performance.
* Good communication skills with excellent self-discipline and patience.
* Genuine caring for and interest in elderly and disabled people in a nursing facility.
* Comply with the Residents' Rights and Facility Policies and Procedures.
* Perform work tasks within the physical demand requirements as outlined below.
* Perform Essential Duties as outlined above
$30k-41k yearly est. 27d ago
Men's Prison Program Counselor
Prison Fellowship 4.3
Family support specialist job in Chesapeake, VA
Want to make a difference? Join an organization committed to sharing the hope of true transformation with those impacted by incarceration for nearly 50 years. Prison Fellowship is the nation's largest Christian nonprofit equipping the Church to serve currently and formerly incarcerated people and their families, and to advocate for justice and human dignity. Prison Fellowship and its church partners encounter Jesus with those behind bars, breaking cycles of crime and prayerfully anticipating a revival of justice, mercy, and hope in our culture.
Prison Fellowship is an organization committed to the highest standards of conduct, ethics and Christian values. Our conduct is guided by and grounded in the Bible, as reflected in our Statement of Faith below.
What we are looking for:
A driven and mission focused men's prison Program Counselor to provide instruction of the Prison Fellowship Academy curriculum at the St. Bride's Correctional Institution for men in Chesapeake, VA.
Expectations of this role:
Maintain an active relationship with Jesus Christ and support the ministry through prayer and actions
Provide instruction of the PF Academy curriculum using adult learning techniques
Conduct regularly scheduled one-on-one progress meetings with participants to assess needs and track progress to goals
Create/maintain case files and performance agreements; consult with staff on release plans
Develop, maintain, communicate, monitor, and adjust master schedule for all Academy activities to include scheduling and supervision of volunteers
Screen and place volunteer teachers and facilitators
Promote and maintain positive working relationships within the prison setting
Qualifications:
Demonstrated ability to provide case planning and management for program participants within the prison
3+ years of experience working with at-risk individuals, people who are incarcerated, or other relevant population
College degree in Behavioral Science or equivalent relevant experience
Cross cultural sensitivity and experience
Training and experience with substance abuse/recovery process
Excellent written and oral communication/presentation skills
Ability and willingness to travel up to 5%
What we offer:
At Prison Fellowship, our goal is to support the total well-being of all our employees. Our benefit offerings for full-time employees include health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, retirement account funding, flexible spending accounts, paid maternity and parental leave benefits, and more. Our outstanding benefits package includes paid leave starting at 39 days (14 holidays, 15 vacation days, 10 sick days) after one year of employment. Part-time employees working at least 20 hours per week on a regular basis are eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits, on a pro-rated basis. In addition, we offer a team-oriented, mission-driven, supportive environment with cutting-edge technology solutions and tremendous opportunity for growth and development.
Salary at Prison Fellowship is determined by a variety of factors. For this position, the salary range is projected to be between $60,000 and $64,000.
Visit the employment page on our website to learn more about Prison Fellowship.
Check out our YouTube channel to see how Prison Fellowship is transforming lives!
OUR STATEMENT OF FAITH
The Foundation of What We Believe
As a Christian organization, Prison Fellowship believes in the full authority of the Bible as God's inspired word and the complete tenets of the Apostles' Creed and the Nicene Creed.
We believe in one God, Creator and Lord of the Universe, the co-eternal Trinity; Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. We believe that Jesus Christ, God's Son, was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, lived a sinless life, died a substitutionary atoning death on the cross, rose bodily from the dead and ascended to heaven where, as truly God and truly man, He is the only mediator between God and man. We believe that the Bible is God's authoritative and inspired Word, without error in all its teachings.
How We Are Compelled to Live and to Act
We believe that Christians, both individually and corporately, must submit to the Bible as God's authoritative, divine and inspired Word, in all matters of belief and conduct.
Applicants have rights under Federal Employment laws:
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA)
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
$60k-64k yearly Auto-Apply 7d ago
Residential Counselor - Portsmouth
Tidewater Youth Services Commission
Family support specialist job in Portsmouth, VA
About Us
Tidewater Youth Services Commission is committed to serving court-involved and at-risk youth in the Tidewater Region of Virginia. Our residential programs are professional,challenging and fast-paced. You will leave every day knowing you made a difference in this world.
To provide direct supervision, case management, and individual, group and family counseling to youth in a residential setting. Day/evening/weekend shift availability required. Ideal candidate is competency-based, flexible and a strong team player.
Position will assist in operating a pre- and post-dispositional residential group home. The ideal candidate will have a background in social work, psychology or a related field, and will be responsible for providing clinical services and administrative responsibilities to residents in our residential facility. Evening, weekend and on-call hours are expected. Must be energetic, professional and possess good communication, written and verbal skills. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about helping others and making a difference in the lives of those in need.
Responsibilities:
Provide sight and sound supervision for residents on an 8-bed unit.
Provide support, supervision, guidance to residents in a residential setting.
Implement individualized treatment plans for each resident and provide case management for assigned youth.
Facilitate group activities and discussions to promote positive behavior and social skills.
Maintain accurate records of residents' progress and behavior.
Monitor residents' activities to ensure safety and security.
Provide crisis intervention services when needed.
Assist in developing and implementing educational programs for residents.
Must transport residents in 12 or 15-passenger van as necessary.
Benefits:
403(b)
403(b) matching
Dental insurance
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Health insurance
Life insurance
Mileage reimbursement
Opportunities for advancement
Paid orientation
Paid time off
Paid training
Professional development assistance
Safety equipment provided
Vision insurance
Schedule:
8-hour shift
Day shift
Evening shift
Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person
$26k-36k yearly est. 19d ago
Extended Care Worker
Norfolk Collegiate School 4.0
Family support specialist job in Norfolk, VA
Job Description
Norfolk Collegiate is seeking an extended care worker for the after-school extended care program from 3-5:30 p.m. The students enrolled in the extended care programs are pre-Kindergarten to Grade 5. The ideal candidate has one to three years of experience working with young children. College coursework in elementary education, especially in the areas of child development and psychology, from a 2-year or 4-year institution is preferred.
Interested candidates should upload an application, cover letter, and resume.
Applicants are required to certify that all answers provided in their employment application are true and complete to the best of their knowledge. By submitting an application, the applicant authorizes the employer to investigate all statements made in the application and permits contact with institutions, previous employers, or personal references as necessary to make an employment decision.
The applicant also consents to a criminal record check, if required. Submission of an application does not constitute an employment contract, nor does any offer of employment, unless explicitly documented in writing and signed by both the employer and the employee.
In the event of employment, any false or misleading information provided in the application or during interviews may result in termination. Additionally, employees are required to adhere to all rules and regulations established by the employer.
$37k-42k yearly est. 23d ago
Brief Strategic Family Therapist
Strategic Therapy Associates Inc. 3.6
Family support specialist job in Norfolk, VA
Job DescriptionSalary: $40K - $55K+
Join Strategic Therapy Associates in Virginia! We're seeking a Resident in Counseling (or QMHP-C with 5 years experience) with family therapy experience. Learn and implement Brief Strategic Family Therapy (BSFT) to help adolescents and families with conduct problems. We'll pay for your BSFT certification (over $1600 value!) and may offer free clinical supervision for licensure!
Your Role:
Manage a caseload of 8-10 families (ages 6-18), diverted from family court.
Provide home, office, and telehealth mental health services.
Be flexible: evening, weekend, and holiday availability is a must.
Complete all documentation to standards.
Collaborate with support services and participate in supervision.
We're Looking For:
Virginia-registered Resident in Counseling (LMHP-R) or Supervisee in Social Work (LMHP-S), or eligible to register.
QMHP-C with 5+ years experience working with children and families also considered.
Valid driver's license, insurance, own vehicle, and good driving record.
Passion for serving youth/families, strong communication, and a focus on outcomes.
Great Benefits:
Free BSFT training & free licensure clinical supervision!
Flexible schedule
Lucrative earning opportunities + bonuses
Mileage reimbursement
Medical, dental, vision & life insurance
Paid time off & holidays
401K with company match
Tuition discounts & free CEUs
Ongoing training
Ready to transform families? Apply today!
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$40k-55k yearly 10d ago
Early Intervention Behavior Specialist
Williamsburg James City School District 4.1
Family support specialist job in Williamsburg, VA
FLSA Status: Exempt
Grade: U15
This position provides leadership and direction working to design, implement, coordinate and evaluate a comprehensive behavior support program for students in need of early intervention. In addition, the Early Intervention Behavior Specialist works directly with identified students to adopt behaviors that substantially decrease maladaptive (Physical and verbal) behaviors and ultimately, increase their academic performance. Under the supervision of the Senior Director for Student Services, the Early Intervention Behavior Specialist will provide diversified strategies and activities specifically designed for targeted students with a focus on early identification and support of emerging behaviors that may impede academic or social success.
Duties and Responsibilities
Assist staff in defining and measuring behavior; understanding principles of reinforcement; teaching new behavior; implementing strategies for weakening behavior; and identifying antecedents.
Develop behavior plans and specific intervention plans for students and assist in their implementation, including using appropriate resources and technology to promote development of critical thinking, problem solving, and pro-social behavior in students.
Assist teachers in the identification and development of individualized behavior interventions intended to change behaviors; using evidence based strategies.
Work with individual teachers, groups of teachers and/or the entire staff on issues such as: crisis intervention, learning and collaboration issues, and factors that can affect development and implementation of interventions.
Collect data regarding student behaviors and recommend appropriate instructional modifications to develop responsible thinking and decision-making skills in students. Identify and implement appropriate interventions for students in need of additional assistance.
Provide support to students who display impulsive behaviors/low self-esteem/impaired social skills.
Work in a collaborative manner with peers and school personnel to ensure successful and efficient transitioning for students to return to his/her home school to include the creation of transition plans.
Present professional development for administrators and teachers on behavior intervention, anger management, and other topics; support the staff in the implementation of their new learning.
Assist families and school staff in accessing community resources.
Develop a repertoire of assessment strategies consistent with instructional goals, teaching methods, and individual student needs to more accurately assess student behavior skills and understandings.
Keep teachers and other staff informed of progress, incidents and concerns.
Complete required paperwork in an accurate and timely manner
Engage in on-going professional development to increase knowledge and skills of positive student behavior support for all/targeted students, and those displaying a need for behavioral support.
Models the WJCC Strategic Plan Values: Individualism, Integrity, Innovation, Accountability and Collaboration.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills and/or Abilities Required)
Possess a bachelor's degree or higher in education, counseling, social work, psychology, sociology or a related field or hold a Collegiate Professional Certificate or Postgraduate Professional Certificate or a recognized certification in behavioral analysis and strategies.
Possess at least five years of successful experience working with students in behavioral, alternative or at-risk settings.
Demonstrate instructional knowledge of crisis intervention strategies, ability to apply a gradually progressive system of verbal and non-verbal strategies to effectively deescalate potentially dangerous situations and demonstrate knowledge of applied behavioral analysis, behavioral principles and strategies.
Demonstrate knowledge of various methods of data collection and subsequent analysis and interpretation for data to drive appropriate behavioral interventions.
Ability to conduct and interpret functional behavioral assessments for the development of effective behavior intervention plans.
Maintain frequent, meaningful parent communication and develop proactive partnerships between the student/parent and school to support academic achievement and pro-social behaviors.
Ability to be a positive role model for students and to model professional and ethical standards.
Work in a collegial and collaborative manner with peers, school personnel and the school community to promote and support the mission and goals of the school division and abide by all school division policies and procedures.
Ability to develop and present ideas effectively, orally and in written form and establish/maintain effective working relationships with school administrators, the School Board, and general public.
How much does a family support specialist earn in Newport News, VA?
The average family support specialist in Newport News, VA earns between $22,000 and $56,000 annually. This compares to the national average family support specialist range of $24,000 to $55,000.
Average family support specialist salary in Newport News, VA