Commonwealth of Virginia

Family Services Specialist IV

Commonwealth of Virginia  •  Sussex, WI (Hybrid)  •  2 hours ago
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Job Description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Provides psychosocial support and case management services to children, families, adults, and vulnerable populations experiencing abuse, neglect, illness, crisis, or other social challenges
  • Serves as a lead worker and provides guidance, consultation, mentoring, and support to Family Services staff
  • Assists with staff coverage, workload distribution, training, and case reviews
  • Provides back-up supervision in the absence of the supervisor
  • Ensures timely response and assignment of abuse and neglect reports
  • Participates in on-call rotations and helps ensure 24-hour agency coverage for emergency response
  • Handles complex and high-profile cases involving crisis intervention, advocacy, assessment, service planning, and coordination of services
  • Prepares court reports, service plans, home studies, psychosocial assessments, and other documentation
  • Represents the agency in court proceedings and provides testimony as required
  • Conducts field visits, staffing meetings, and consultations with service providers and community partners
  • Develops and conducts training for staff, interns, and community stakeholders
  • Supervises and mentors social work interns
  • Interprets and applies federal, state, and local policies, laws, and regulations
  • Assists with program development, implementation, and evaluation
  • Maintains accurate case documentation and records in compliance with agency standards

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Successful candidates should demonstrate:

  • Comprehensive knowledge of social work principles, case management practices, and human behavior
  • Knowledge of child welfare, adult services, and human services laws, policies, and regulations
  • Strong assessment, interviewing, counseling, and crisis intervention skills
  • Ability to manage difficult and sensitive situations professionally and effectively
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to prepare court documentation and testify in legal proceedings
  • Strong organizational and time management skills
  • Ability to provide leadership, coaching, and training to staff
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, staff, courts, service providers, and community partners
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and case management systems

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in a Human Services field
    OR
  • Bachelor’s degree in any field with a minimum of two (2) years of appropriate and related experience in a Human Services setting in accordance with Virginia regulations

In addition, candidates must have:

  • Considerable experience in human services or social services programs
  • Experience in leadership or lead worker role
  • Valid driver’s license and ability to travel as required

Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) or Master of Social Work (MSW)
  • Commonwealth of Virginia Social Worker license
  • Experience in Child Protective Services, Foster Care, Adult Services, APS, or related Family Services programs

Working Conditions

  • Participation in an after-hours on-call rotation
  • Court appearances and field visits
  • Travel within and outside the locality
  • Exposure to stressful or crisis situations
  • Working with individuals and families experiencing trauma and complex social issues

Benefits

Sussex County Department of Social Services offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employees’ health, financial security, and work-life balance:

  • Health Insurance: High-Deductible Health Plan with $0 monthly premium for employee-only coverage and employer-funded Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
  • Retirement: Participation in the Virginia Retirement System (VRS) (Plan 1, Plan 2, or Hybrid), including mandatory employee contributions
  • Group Life Insurance: Employer-paid coverage through VRS equal to 2x annual salary
  • Voluntary Benefits: Options including deferred compensation plans, supplemental insurance (AFLAC), optional life insurance, and legal services
  • Payroll: Paid semi-monthly
Commonwealth of Virginia

About Commonwealth of Virginia

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.

Industry
Government & Public Safety
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Richmond, VA
Year Founded
1776
Website
virginia.gov
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