Current jobs related to Family Services Specialist I - Bristol - Virginia Department of Social Services

  • Client Support Specialist

    1 week ago

    Bristol, Pennsylvania, United States Family Dollar Full time

    Company Overview: Family Dollar is a leading retail chain dedicated to providing quality products at affordable prices. Position Summary: As a Client Support Specialist, you will play a crucial role in ensuring customer satisfaction and enhancing the shopping experience. Key Responsibilities: Customer Engagement: Welcome customers warmly and assist them in...

  • Service Scheduling Specialist

    1 week ago

    Bristol, Tennessee, United States Friendship Automotive Full time

    Become a Part of the Friendship Automotive FamilyAt Friendship Automotive, we treat our customers like friends and our team members as family. With operations across multiple states and numerous locations, we are eager to welcome new talent to our team. Join a respected automotive group dedicated to providing outstanding customer service.For over a decade,...

  • Microbiology Technician I

    1 week ago

    Bristol, Pennsylvania, United States Lower Bucks Hospital Full time

    Position Overview:Join a distinguished team of dedicated professionals committed to our core values of excellence, empathy, and community service. Lower Bucks Hospital, part of Prime Healthcare, provides remarkable opportunities to broaden your horizons and engage with a community focused on making a positive impact.Lower Bucks Hospital is an acute care...

  • Family Support Coordinator

    2 days ago

    Bristol, Virginia, United States People Inc Full time

    Position OverviewPeople Incorporated of Virginia is actively seeking a dedicated individual for the role of Family Engagement Specialist at our Head Start Center in Bristol. This position plays a crucial role in delivering direct educational and support services to families participating in both Home-Based and Center-Based programs.The responsibilities...

  • Family Support Coordinator

    7 days ago

    Bristol, Virginia, United States People Inc Full time

    Position OverviewPeople Incorporated of Virginia is actively looking for a dedicated individual to fill the role of Family Engagement Specialist at our Bristol Head Start Center. This position is crucial in delivering direct educational and support services to families participating in both Home-Based and Center-Based programs.The responsibilities...

  • Family Support Coordinator

    7 days ago

    Bristol, Virginia, United States People Inc Full time

    Position OverviewPeople Incorporated of Virginia is actively looking for a dedicated individual to fill the role of Family Engagement Specialist at our Bristol Head Start Center. This position plays a crucial role in delivering direct educational and support services to families participating in both Home-Based and Center-Based programs.The responsibilities...

  • Customer Service Specialist

    1 week ago

    Bristol, Connecticut, United States Taco Bell Full time

    Position OverviewAs a Customer Service Specialist, your primary duties will include:Providing exceptional service to every guest with a friendly, prompt, and enthusiastic demeanorAccurately processing ordersManaging cash transactions efficientlyMaintaining a clean, organized, and well-stocked work areaKey Qualifications:Professional appearance and...

  • Customer Service Specialist

    2 days ago

    Bristol, Connecticut, United States Taco Bell Full time

    Position OverviewAs a Customer Service Specialist, your key responsibilities will include:Providing exceptional service to every customer with a friendly, prompt, and enthusiastic demeanorAccurately processing customer ordersManaging cash transactions effectivelyMaintaining a clean, organized, and well-stocked work areaRequired Qualifications:Strong personal...

  • Spa Service Specialist

    1 week ago

    Bristol, Virginia, United States Hard Rock Full time

    Position Overview:As a Spa Service Specialist at Hard Rock, your responsibilities will include:Ensuring that spa amenities such as lockers, robes, and slippers are adequately stocked for guests.Maintaining a safe, clean, and organized spa environment through regular monitoring of the facility.Managing the inventory of locker room supplies and amenities,...

  • Retail Supervisor I

    1 week ago

    Bristol, Connecticut, United States Lake Compounce Full time

    Lake Compounce - Retail Supervisor IThe Retail Supervisor will oversee and mentor Retail Team Members, ensuring they are well-trained and equipped to provide excellent service. Responsibilities include managing inventory, organizing product displays, and upholding the cleanliness and orderliness of retail areas.Key Responsibilities:Supervise and train retail...

  • Customer Service Retail Specialist

    1 week ago

    Bristol, New Hampshire, United States O'Reilly Auto Parts Full time

    O'Reilly Automotive - Join our team as a Customer Service Retail Specialist. In this role, you will:Deliver exceptional customer service while providing professional assistance.Support the Store Manager and Assistant Manager in enhancing sales, customer relations, and overall store operations.Take on a leadership position within the retail environment by...

  • Field Service Engineer

    4 weeks ago

    Bristol, United States Blue Group Full time

    Company Van + Overtime + Training + Pension + Holiday Are you looking for a varied position, field-based position working on a range of machinery throughout the South Of England Do you have experience working with mobile plant, construction or quarrying machinery and recycling machines/plants This specialist company supply, service, repair and maintain heavy...

  • Compassionate Family Medicine Practitioner

    1 week ago

    Bristol, Virginia, United States Tandym Health Full time

    This Advertisement is for Physicians OnlyPosition Overview:Tandym Health is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Primary Care Physician to enhance our dynamic healthcare team. This role focuses on delivering exceptional outpatient care to patients.Key Details:Specialty: Internal Medicine or Family MedicineWork Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30...

  • Parts Service Ops Specialist

    1 month ago

    Bristol, United States Modern Group Ltd. Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionGREAT OPPORTUNITY, GOOD BENEFISTS AND PAY, EMPLOYEE OWNED COMPANY, COME WORK FOR US!!!Job Title: Parts and Service Operations SpecialistReports To: Branch Manager – Power SystemsSUMMARYCoordinate and assist Branch Manager with day-to-day branch operations related to performing Service & Parts Department Operations. ESSENTIAL...

  • Parts Service Ops Specialist

    1 week ago

    Bristol, United States Modern Group Ltd. Full time $25 - $30

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionGREAT OPPORTUNITY, GOOD BENEFISTS AND PAY, EMPLOYEE OWNED COMPANY, COME WORK FOR US!!!Job Title: Parts and Service Operations SpecialistJob Summary: The Generator Parts Associate is responsible for managing the inventory, sales, and distribution of generator parts and accessories. This role involves ensuring the availability of...

  • Parts Service Ops Specialist

    1 week ago

    Bristol, United States Modern Group Ltd. Full time $25 - $30

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionGREAT OPPORTUNITY, GOOD BENEFISTS AND PAY, EMPLOYEE OWNED COMPANY, COME WORK FOR US!!!Job Title: Parts and Service Operations SpecialistJob Summary: The Generator Parts Associate is responsible for managing the inventory, sales, and distribution of generator parts and accessories. This role involves ensuring the availability of...

  • Addictions Care Manager

    3 months ago

    Bristol, United States St. Luke's Hospital Full time

    St. Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees. The employees of St. Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other...

  • IT Specialist

    2 weeks ago

    Bristol, United States ADEC INC. Full time $20 - $25

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionInformation Technology SpecialistCome join #teamADEC where you impact someone’s life as well as your own! You will gain life-long skills and make lasting relationships while you earn competitive pay and benefits. You can have a job where you earn more than a paycheck, you earn the satisfaction of making a difference. ADEC has...

  • Procurement Specialist

    7 days ago

    Bristol, Connecticut, United States Dacruzmfg Full time

    Procurement SpecialistIndustry: ManufacturingMinimum Experience: Entry-levelAs a Procurement Specialist, you will oversee the entire lifecycle of purchase orders, ensuring accuracy from the initial stages through to final confirmations.Key Responsibilities:Assess purchasing requirements for tooling, raw materials, and supplies for both office and production...

  • Pediatric Support Specialist

    1 week ago

    Bristol, Tennessee, United States Childrens Admin Full time

    Pediatric Support Specialist (Full-Time) - Evening Shift Company: Childrens AdminJob Overview The Pediatric Support Specialist is responsible for creating a nurturing environment within healthcare facilities to foster the growth and development of children facing health challenges. This role is essential in alleviating anxiety, enhancing coping mechanisms,...

Family Services Specialist I

1 month ago

Bristol, United States Virginia Department of Social Services Full time
Job Description

Title Description- Family Services Specialist I represents the entry level employees working under close supervision while being trained in program areas such as, Adult/Adult Protective Services, Child Protective Services, Foster Care/'Adoption, Child Care, and Employment Services. Employees perform routine- to journey-level casework activities and the casework usually is reviewed by the supervisor prior to implementing a case action. Upon completion of the training program and attainment of necessary approvals, the employee shall be redefined to a full-performance Family Services Specialist II and becomes eligible for a pay increase as defined by the local agency compensation plan. The Family Services Specialist I is distinguished from the Family Services Specialist II by the latter's functioning more independently as a full performance Family Services Specialist. The Family Services Specialist II is distinguished by the latter's functioning at the advanced level and becoming more specialized in program areas and assuming more complex duties (such as: interviewing/ investigating in cases involving suspected child/ adult abuse/ neglect, out-of-home placements, guardianships, emergency protective orders and adoptions).

General Work Tasks (Illustrative Only) -

  • Interprets laws, policies and regulations as applied to specific area of responsibility;
  • Monitors, coordinates and administers specific programs as assigned;
  • Coordinates services within specific area of responsibility;
  • Interviews and assesses customer needs and other relevant factors - such as education/skill levels, abilities, interests, and support systems.
  • Informs clients of related service programs rules/regulations, and right to participate;
  • Presents cases to determine appropriate services and writes/implements service plans;
  • Provides case management services to monitor compliance;
  • Manages program waiting lists;
  • Tracks expenditures, prepares/submits budget estimates and ensures payment for services;
  • Completes necessary federal, state and local planning and reporting requirements;
  • Coordinates with other agencies and participates in multi-disciplinary and interagency teams providing services to customers;
  • Conducts overall monitoring of programs in specific area of responsibility;
  • Serves as resource to clients and the community in area of expertise; and
  • Provides after hours on-call coverage and responds to emergencies in child/adult protective services and/or foster care.


Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge- Some knowledge of: social work principles and practices; human behavior and motivational theory; and social, economic, and health problems.

Skills- Skill in operating a motor vehicle and personal computer with associated software.

Abilities- Demonstrated ability to: communicate effectively both orally and in writing; interview, assess needs, counsel and refer clients to other resources as needed; develop and implement service plans in order to insure the delivery of appropriate services to the client; make sound judgments within the framework of existing laws, policies, and regulations; respond to the client's emotions in order to accomplish services objectives; plan and manage own work activities including service delivery preparing reports, and correspondence, record keeping responsibilities and related activities; establish and maintain effective relationships; and stay abreast of current trends and developments in the social work field.

Education and Experience- Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in a Human Services field or minimum of a Bachelor's degree in any field with a minimum of two years of appropriate and related experience in a Human Services area as mandated in Section 22VAC40-670-20 of the Administrative Code of Virginia and implemented by the Virginia Board of Social Services. Possession of a BSW or MSW degree and a Commonwealth of Virginia Social Worker license are desirable.