Family Services Specialist III

5 months ago

Winchester, United Kingdom Commonwealth of Virginia Full time

Hiring Range: $60,993.00 to Commensurate with experience

Full Time or Part Time: Full Time

Job Description Provides overall program management and coordination of the Clarke, Frederick and Winchester (CFW) program; including Foster Parent recruitment and training.

Prepares and reviews grant proposals and monitors program grants to determine compliance with prescribed policy, procedures and operating standards, program regulations, or contractual requirements; Develops programs; Organizes and directs special projects; Assesses community needs and develop community resources for meeting those needs; Reviews and recommends revision of agency or community programs to meet changing client and community needs; Coordinates agency and community resources and programs; Plans, organizes and oversees the activities of professional, clerical and volunteer personnel; Works cooperatively with other employees, clients, agencies, and the public; Assesses and identifies needs, resources and community trends; Makes presentations to community groups, boards and commissions; Coordinates with clients, colleagues, community and other agencies to improve program and outreach service delivery; Functions effectively as a team member; Communicates with supervisor, employees, other departments, county officials, team members, state/federal agencies, granting/funding agencies, community organizations, the public, outside agencies, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, resolve problems, or give/receive advice/direction; Maintains a comprehensive, current knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, policies, or other guidelines related to assigned program area; Attends workshops and training sessions; and Presents plans and recommends policies and procedures and program budgets for approval. Minimum Qualifications Considerable knowledge of: social work principles and practices; human behavior and motivational theory; laws, policies, and regulations relating to human services program areas; legal procedures as related to program area; and social, economic, and health problems.

Knowledge of budgeting and financial principles and practices. Demonstrative skill to write effective business correspondences, reports and other documentation.

Skill in operating personal computer with associated software. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite including proficiency with Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Ability to gain a thorough understanding of CSA including Utilization Management and must be able to effectively provide information and respond to questions from groups, clients, case managers and the general public. 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.

Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in a Human Services field or minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in any field and minimum of two years of appropriate and related experience in a Human Services area (Section 22VAC40-670-20 of the Administrative Code of Virginia). Preferred Qualifications Prefer Bilingual English/Spanish skills.

Considerable 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 BWS or MWS degree and a Commonwealth of Virginia Social Work license as desirable. Special Requirements Applicants may be subject to a Criminal History Background search, Central Registry search, DMV/driving record check, and/or pre-employment drug screen.

The investigation 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.

All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory results of the required checks and screenings.

May be required to report for shelter duty during community disasters and/or emergencies. Special Instructions to Applicants Applications/resumes are accepted on-line only through this posting. Faxed, mailed, e-mailed or hand delivered applications will not be considered. Electronic applications submitted through this posting will be accepted until closed.

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