Family Services Specialist

3 days ago

Portland, Maine, United States Commonwealth of Virginia Full time
Job Title: Family Services Specialist I/II

Job Summary: We are seeking a highly motivated and dedicated Family Services Specialist I/II to join our team at the Commonwealth of Virginia. As a Family Services Specialist, you will be responsible for providing case management services to clients in need of assistance with employment, child care, and other social services.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Interpret laws, policies, and regulations related to human services program areas.
  • Monitor, coordinate, and administer specific programs as assigned.
  • Coordinate services within specific areas of responsibility.
  • Interview and assess customer needs and other relevant factors.
  • 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 areas of responsibility.
  • Serves as a resource to clients and the community in areas of expertise.
  • Provides after-hours on-call coverage and responds to emergencies in child/adult protective services and/or foster care.

Requirements:

  • Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in a Human Services field or a Bachelor's degree in any field with a minimum of two years of appropriate and related experience in a Human Services area.
  • Experience in assigned program area and completion of required training programs or equivalent combination of training and experience.
  • Possession of a BSW or MSW degree and a Commonwealth of Virginia Social Worker license are desirable.

Special Requirements:

  • Must be willing to work in the community shelter in the event of a natural disaster or emergency.

How to Apply:

Applications for this position must be submitted electronically through this website. Mailed, emailed, 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. Resume and three references are required. Applicants are subject to a Criminal History Background search, Central Registry search, DMV/driving record check, and/or pre-employment drug screen. All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory results of the required checks and screenings. Cumberland Department of Social Services is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

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