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Hiring Range : $38,103 to $50,000
Full Time or Part Time : Full Time
Fluvanna County Department of Social Services, a high-performing team of human services professionals, is currently recruiting for a Family Services Specialist, who is seeking to make a positive difference in the lives of adults, families and children.
This Family Services Specialist position is responsible for managing the Child Care Assistance program in addition to performing intake duties for Child Protective Services, Adult Protective Services and other services programs.
Telework options are not available for this position. Title Description- This is the full performance level in the occupational group for Family Services.
Employees are responsible for developing and implementing individualized service plans involving the application of casework methods in Employment Services and Child Care, and basic service level caseloads of Adult / Adult Protective Services, Child Protective Services, Foster Care, Adoptions.
Employees may provide services in all program areas or specialize in one or several program areas. Typically employees perform all tasks independently and only seek supervisory advice on unusual situations or when policies and procedures require supervisory review or involvement.
The Family Services Specialist II is distinguished from the Family Services Specialist III by the latter's functioning at the advanced level, and becoming more specialized in program areas and assuming more complex duties (such as : interviewing / investigating in cases involving suspected child / adult abuse / neglect, out-of-home placements, guardianships, emergency protective orders, and adoptions).
General Work Tasks (Illustrative Only)
laws, policies, and regulations relating to human services program areas; and social, economic, and health problems. Skills- Skill in operating a motor vehicle and personal computer with associated software.
establish and maintain effective relationships; and stay abreast of current trends and developments in the social work field.
Education and Experience- Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in a Human Services field or minimum of a Bachelor's degree in any field with a minimum of two years of appropriate and related experience in a Human Services area (Section 22VAC40-670-20 of the Administrative Code of Virginia) .
Experience in assigned program area and completion of required training programs or equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
Possession of a BSW or MSW degree and a Commonwealth of Virginia Social Worker license are desirable. Preferred Qualifications :
Prior work experience with a human services agency.
Proficient in Microsoft Office programs.
Experience processing / screening applications for assistance programs.
Special Requirements :
All applicants are subject to DMV / driving record check, pre-employment drug screen, CPS and Criminal History Search. Driving record must meet agency standard.
The search may include : fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI); local agency checks; employment verification and references;
verification of education (relevant to employment); credit checks (relevant to employment), and other checks requested by the hiring authority.
Employee must be willing to work in community emergency shelter in the event of a natural disaster or emergency.
Special Instructions to Applicants :
Applications for this position must be submitted electronically through this website. Mailed, e-mailed, faxed or hand-delivered applications will not be accepted.
This website will provide a confirmation receipt when the application is submitted for consideration. Consideration for an interview is based solely on the information within the application and / or resume.
Please refer to your Local HR Connect account for the status of your application and this position.
Full Time
Public Administration
$28k-40k (estimate)
06/07/2024
08/06/2024
virginia.gov
CAPITOL, VA
>50,000
1906
RALPH NORTHAM
$10B - $50B
Public Administration
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