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Description

The City of Richmond Department of Social Services is seeking highly qualified candidates to fill the position of Family Services Specialist I - CPS in the Division of Children, Families & Adults. The incumbent is responsible for ensuring the safety and well-being of children and following up on reports of abuse and neglect of children.

Duties include but are not limited to

• Ensuring safety of children in the department's care;
• Responding to hotline reports;
• Investigating alleged cases of abuse and neglect;
• Providing or coordinating interventions and services to families at risk or families; where children have been removed;
• Conducting interviews to gather evidence;
• Petitioning the court for removals and protective orders;
• Preparing documentation and recommendations for court;
• Testifying and executing court-orders;
• Developing service plans;
• Establishing and maintaining individual case records;
• Transporting clients to ensure their welfare or facilitate the delivery of appropriate services;
• Supervising cases, monitoring progress and compliance with court orders and providing case management for children and families.

Qualifications, Special Certifications and Licenses

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
Considerable knowledge in principles and practices in the human services field, including knowledge of programs, social-economic trends, and behaviors that impact the delivery of human services; and State and local policies and procedures, laws, and regulations.

Demonstrated skills in advocating and counseling; administering individual and family assessments and interpreting results; Interviewing; Case management, including reporting and documenting; Oral/written communication; and conducting forensic interviews.

Demonstrated ability in understanding and interpreting policies, procedures, regulations, and laws; thinking critically; manage time effectively; make sound judgments; problem solve; and analyze, assess, and evaluate data.

• Two (2) or more years of Social Work experience working with families;
• Advanced computer, written and oral communication skills;
• Knowledge of best practices and policies used throughout the reunification and permanency process;
• Working knowledge of the Commonwealth of Virginia court system;
• Proficient crisis intervention techniques and case management skills;
• Effectively develop relationships among a diverse, socio-economic class of clients;
• Ability to read, write, and speak Spanish fluently.

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