Family Services Specialist
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Hey there! We see yousomeone whos flexible, adaptable, super organized and you enjoy leading others. You bring compassion and understanding to every situation and have the assertiveness to make independent decisions when it counts. Your commitment to giving children a voice and ensuring their safety shines through in everything you do. Guess what? You might be just the person were looking for! Join us and help make a real difference! Customer Experience: It's Our Business, It's Our Passion. The Chesterfield-Colonial Heights Department of Social Services is hiring a Lead Family Services Specialist II-CPS Investigations. Our priority is working with families to get them on track for a better life. We serve as a community resource, while protecting and assisting our communitys most vulnerable members by providing solutions to break the chain of poverty/abuse/addiction and strive to change the trajectory of a childs life. Our Lead Family Services Specialists II are leaders in our organization and do a lot of things for a lot of people. We offer many ways to use your degree and advance your career, along with great benefits. Find your fit within our team! What You Do and How You Do it: Are you ready to make a difference while having some fun? In this role, you'll have the chance to provide case management for a small caseload, giving you the opportunity to really connect with those you serve. Youll also play a vital role in welcoming new team members, stepping in to supervise when our main supervisor is away, and coordinating placements like a pro! But thats not all! Youll ensure data compliance (because who doesnt love a good spreadsheet or utilizing various computer systems to track data?), support your fellow staff members, and help steer the ship by planning and developing policies that make our services even better. Staying up-to-date on Virginias policies in childrens services and CPS is part of the gig, so youll always be in the know. In this role, youll provide on-call supervision, represent our department on the Family Assessment Planning Team (FAPT), and help prepare closed cases for appeal at various levels. Plus, youll review court reports and take part in training sessions that are all about professional growth and enhancing your skills. Perform other work as required. So, if youre looking for a fulfilling job where no two days are the same and you can truly impact the community, we want to hear from you! Get ready to jump in and do other exciting work as neededbecause every day is an adventure here! Here's What You Need: Bachelor's degree in social work or a related human services field; Master's degree preferred; two years of experience in the human services field; or equivalent combination of training and experience. A minimum of three years in Child Protective Services is desired Were Looking for Candidates Who Have: Excellent leadership skills Ability to supervise staff effectively Strong oral and written communication skills, with a solution-focused approach Exceptional engagement, assessment, and interviewing skills Confidence and assertiveness, especially when faced with challenges Independent thinking and decision-making abilities Strong organizational, time management, and computer skills Effective conflict resolution skills Good personal boundaries and a focus on self-care If youre ready to take on a role where you can truly make a difference, we want to hear from you! Current valid driver's license and good driving record required. Based on the Virginia DMV point system, record must not reflect a total of six or more demerit points within the twenty-four months preceding the anticipated hire date, or one major violation of six demerit points within the preceding thirty-six months. Out of state driving records must be obtained by applicant and presented at time of interview. Records must reflect at least three years of history and be dated within thirty days of interview date. Pre-employment drug testing, FBI criminal background check, CPS registry check and education/degree verification required. This position is considered Critical Safety Sensitive and is subject to random drug testing and alcohol testing. The use of medical marijuana is prohibited for this position. Chesterfield County offers an attractive benefits package and incentives for candidates with a master's degree in social work and bilingual (Spanish & ASL) abilities. Did you know that working for a local government provides credit towards the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)? Real Talk Each day is unpredictable and very different. Each family staff encounter is unique. We'll be honest--this is intense. It's a stressful, high-paced job with critical outcomes. You must be committed to serving families and some of our families have experienced trauma. You will assist in the professional development of staff. You have the power to create positive change and have a direct impact on the Child Protective Services Program. You must be flexible, comfortable with taking a leadership role, and being a champion for interventions that are implemented. You will work outside of normal business hours which includes providing on-call supervision for emergencies 24 hours a day on a rotating schedule including weekends and holidays. Being a Lead Family Services Specialist in Child Protective Services isn't for everyone, but if you are committed to making a real difference in the lives of others and are looking for a career rather than a job, we want you on our team.Monday - Friday; 8:30am - 5:00pm; This position is required to serve on an emergency shelter team during times of natural disaster. Social Services