Working knowledge of social work principles and practices, human behavior and motivational theory; laws and policies relating to human services program areas; and social, economic, and health problems
Experience working with community professionals, courts, and health professionals to assist families in resolving problems and making referrals for services
Proficient with personal computer and associated software
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; interview, assess needs, counsel and refer clients to other resources as needed, 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, and related activities
Possession of BSW/MSW degree/Commonwealth of Virginia Social Work License
Completion of required state of Virginia mandated Family First Prevention Services and/or CPS services training with experience working in a local VDSS utilizing OASIS
Experience in writing/preparing court reports, home study evaluations, and/or mutual family assessments
All applicants are subject to a DMV/driving record check, pre-employment drug and alcohol screen, Central Registry (CPS) check and criminal history search. The investigation may include: fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI), local agency checks, employment verification and references, verification of education or credit checks (relevant to employment) and other checks requested by the hiring authority.
Employee will be subject to random drug/alcohol screenings while working in this position.
Employee must be willing to work in the community emergency shelter in the event of a natural disaster or emergency.
Employee must be willing to work a rotating on-call schedule and be able to respond in a timely fashion.
Employee must possess a valid driver's license with a safe driving record to operate a motor vehicle.
The Commonwealth of Virginia is located in the South Atlantic region of the United States. It was the 10th state to be admitted to the Union on June 25, 1788. Home to approximately 8 million residents, Virginia is the 12th most populous state in the United States. The capital is Richmond, and its most populous city is Virginia Beach.
The narrative history of the Commonwealth of Virginia often begins with the founding of Jamestown in 1607, near what is now modern day Williamsburg, Virginia. Jamestown became the first permanent English settlement in the New World, and the Virginia General Assembly, established on July 30, 1619, is now recognized as the oldest legislative body in the western hemisphere. When Virginia became a royal colony in 1624, the robust tobacco trade that had been developing in Virginia helped establish the American colonies as a powerful economic force. During the American Revolution, Virginia witnessed the final surrender of British forces at Yorktown and later became known as the birthplace of many revolution-era figures and future American presidents, including George Washington and Thomas Jefferson. To date, 8 United States presidents have been born in Virginia, more than in any other state.
The modern government of Virginia is nearly identical in structure to the federal government, and is divided into 3 branches, these being the executive, legislative, and judiciary branches. The Virginia General Assembly is comprised of the 100-member House of Delegates and the 40-member Senate. A governor and lieutenant governor are elected every 4 years. Governors cannot be elected to or serve consecutive terms. Virginia’s judicial system consists of the Supreme Court of Virginia and the Court of Appeals of Virginia, the Circuit Courts, and the lower General District Courts and the Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Courts. Virginia has 13 electoral votes in presidential elections, and possesses 11 seats in the U.S. House of Representatives.
