Job Description

Job title: Family Services Specialist I- Child Services - 49171

Starting Pay rate: $26.68

Possible Start date: 3-4 weeks

Hours/Shift: Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m

Length of assignment: contract role - open ended

The City of Virginia Beach Department of Human Services (VBDHS) seeks a Child Protective Services (CPS) Family Services Specialist I (FSSI) that, under the supervision of a Human Services Supervisor can investigate and assess alleged child maltreatment. This position is part of the Child Welfare Division. The persons selected for this position will be assigned to the Child Protective Services Unit. The Family Services Specialist I must have the knowledge, skills, and family engagement skills that will allow them to engage with children and families, investigate and assess allegations of child abuse/neglect. FSSl's must be able to work as part of a multidisciplinary team facilitating a team approach with police, medical, social work, and mental health professionals.

• Must possess a minimum of a bachelor's degree in a human services field (social work, counseling, gerontology, guidance and counseling, family and child development, psychology or sociology); or possess a bachelor's degree in any field accompanied by a minimum of two (2) years related experience in a human services area.
• Must have a current and valid driver’s license.

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