Permanency Practice Consultant - EASTERN REGIONAL OFFICE (#W5412)
Permanency Practice Consultant - EASTERN REGIONAL OFFICE (#W5412)
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Title: Permanency Practice Consultant - EASTERN REGIONAL OFFICE (#W5412)
State Role Title: Program Administration Specialist II
Hiring Range: $77250 to $85135/yr.
Pay Band: 5
Agency: Department of Social Services
Location:EASTERN REGIONAL & LICENSING
Recruitment Type: General Public - G
Job Duties
At the Virginia Department of Social Services we put people at the center of everything we do. We believe that every Virginian can live a life of dignity and that all voices ideas and experiences contribute greatly to our pursuit of excellence. Inspired by continuous improvement we commit ourselves to listening learning and cultivating environments of trust respect and positive engagement. Together we are mission-driven eager to achieve and passionate about bringing the best of who we are to those we serve.
We design and deliver high-quality human services that help Virginians achieve safety independence and overall well-being. We are a $2 billion agency one of the largest in the Commonwealth of Virginia partnering with 120 local departments of social services and 31 community action agencies along with faith-based and non-profit organizations to promote the well-being of children adults and families statewide. We proudly serve alongside 1650 (state) and 12200 (local) human services professionals throughout the Social Services System who ensure that thousands of Virginias most vulnerable citizens have easy access to the services and benefits available to them.
In addition to a rewarding work experience VDSS offers excellent health and life insurance benefits pre-tax spending accounts state funded Short and Long Term Disability paid holidays vacation tuition assistance free wellness programs and a state retirement plan with options for tax-deferred retirement savings including employer matching Employee Benefits.
The Virginia Department of Social Services (VDSS) Division of Local Engagement and Support is currently seeking a Permanency Practice Consultant in our Eastern Regional Office. This position is responsible for providing feedback to the Program Manager and Eastern Regional Director on issues that pertain to specific local agency operations or that have region-wide/statewide implications. Successful incumbent will also provide programmatic supervision consultation and support to the local departments of social services (LDSS) to promote efficiency/accountability in program operations and enhance service delivery to customers in the region.
Minimum Qualifications
- Considerable knowledge in the Permanency program.
- Working knowledge of specific program areas (Foster Care and/or Adoptions).
- Experience with OASIS SafeMeasures and Accurint.
- Experience in interpreting and applying Federal and State human services policies and regulations.
- Experience in providing casework or other social services in a public or private social services or other human services agency.
- Demonstrated ability to provide guidance training assistance and support to local departments to ensure quality/efficiency/accountability in all program operations.
- Ability to develop/deliver policy procedural and automated systems training to individuals with varying levels of program knowledge.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing.
- Ability to understand human behavior as it relates to social/ economic concerns and casework principles/ practices.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and as a team member.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize workload.
- Must possess a valid drivers license.
- Occasional overnight travel required.
Key competencies required include:
Influence Others - The ability to work with people of diverse styles and backgrounds to gain trust and support of peers and to find common ground and solve problems for the good of all.
Focus on Customer - The person who is effective in this competency embraces a customer-focused mindset in all parts of engagement with internal and external customers. He or she demonstrates concern for satisfying the expectations of customers and uses their understanding of customer needs as the basis for decision-making and actions.
Manage the Work Process - The ability to figure out the processes and workflows necessary to get things done develop a plan and organize people and activities to achieve the best results.
Build Relationships - The ability to work with people of diverse styles and backgrounds to gain trust and support of peers and to find common ground and solve problems for the good of all.
Solve Problems - The ability to use logic critical thinking and analysis skills to identify and analyze problems in a systematic but timely manner drawing correct and realistic conclusions based on data and information and accurately assessing root causes before moving to solutions.
Lead Others - Through trust empowerment and teamwork create an environment that supports diverse perspectives fairness dignity compassion and creativity. The ability to work with and influence others to achieve common goals.
Additional Considerations
- Experience in both Family Services and Benefit Programs.
Special Instructions
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or rsum is submitted successfully. Please refer to Your Application in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
Selected candidate(s) must successfully pass a fingerprint-based criminal history background check. A record of criminal history does not automatically bar an applicant from consideration. Employment verification will be conducted to include current/previous supervisory employment reference checks.
VDSS will record information from each new employees Form I-9 (Employment Eligibility Verification) into the Federal E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.
Selected candidate may be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.
Frequent in-state overnight travel may be required. Selected candidate(s) may be required to use their personal vehicle or state vehicle as available for business use.
To be considered for this position you must submit a Commonwealth of Virginia application or resume through the on-line Virginia Jobs (PageUp) employment site no later than 11:55 p.m. on the closing date listed. Each application is reviewed for documentation that shows the applicant meets the minimum and additional considerations as stated in the job announcement. The decision to interview an applicant is based on the information provided. Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment within 90 days of the closing date.
The Virginia Department of Social Services (VDSS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages diversity within its workforce.
VDSS does not provide sponsorship.
VDSS is an official certified state agency that values the service and experience of our Veterans. As such Veterans are encouraged to apply and receive preference in the hiring process. AmeriCorps Peace Corps and other national service alumni also are encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodations are available to applicants if requested during the application and/or interview process.
If you have been affected by Policy 1.30 Layoff as a state employee and possess a valid Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Form) or a Preferential Hiring Card (Blue Card) you must submit this document through the Virginia Jobs (PageUp) employment site when you apply.
Contact Information
Name: VDSS - Division of Human Resources
Phone:
Email:
In support of the Commonwealths commitment to inclusion we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS) or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation if applicable to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at .
Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1 2022- February 29 2024 can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.
Required Experience:
Contract
Employment Type
Full-Time
