Family Services Specialist I/II/III
Family Services Specialist I/II/III
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$ 30 - 48
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Job Description
Job Summary
$25.12 - $48.22 / hour DOQ Part-Time County Benefits
Performs responsible work providing support and assistance to agency customers with personal social health and economic needs; counsels clients makes referrals determines eligibility for social services and serves as liaison between clients and ancillary agencies providing services.
There are three levels of Family Services Specialist distinguished by the level of work performed and the qualifications of the employee.
Family Services Specialist I: $25.12 - $39.13 / hour DOQ
Family Services Specialist II: $26.88 - $41.94 / hour DOQ
Family Services Specialist III: $30.80 - $48.22 / hour DOQ
Responsibilities
Counsels and provides services to families and individuals by focusing on family preservation and reunification; monitors progress of customers; implements court-ordered services; works with families to prevent crises.
Provides protective services to children the elderly and the disabled in the community; secures the well-being of children older adults and families; removes victims from homes if necessary; provides after hours on-call services and emergency intervention.
Manages assigned caseload by maintaining files telephone contacts referrals to private vendors for services and preparing documents.
Conducts field visits to schools homes and hospitals; makes referrals; coordinates with law enforcement and school personnel; makes serious and complex decisions and defends them in court.
Makes referrals for services by being knowledgeable of local services and resources working with service providers in the community serving on interagency service assessment teams; serves as client advocate in accessing services and working with other agencies such as schools courts and mental health professionals.
Provides assessment and case management for customers; develops and implements service plans to address family and individual needs.
Provides 24-hour on-call responsibilities and is trained to provide emergency interventions.
(Family Services Specialist III) Assists in case-related situations; represents the agency by actively serving on local regional and state workgroups and taskforces; provides trainings for agency staff and/or community partners; covers cases during absences leave and vacancies.
Qualifications:
Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a Bachelors degree in a Human Services field or minimum of a Bachelors degree in any field with a minimum of two years of appropriate and related experience in a Human Services area (Section 22VASCof the Administrative Code of Virginia).
Must possess or obtain within 30 days of hire a valid Virginia drivers license and have an acceptable driving record based on James City Countys criteria.
Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer service including setting and meeting quality standards for services and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
Skill in use of computer software especially Microsoft Office Suite.
Ability to analyze and use judgment in accomplishing diversified duties; think independently within the limits of policies standards and precedents.
*This position will not provide after hours on-call services*
Click here for full job description. Accepting applications until position is filled. Cover letters and resumes may also be attached but afully completed application is required for your application to be considered.
James City County is dedicated to building a diverse workforce and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations. If you need assistance with completing the employment application please contact the HR Department at or email
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Part-Time
