Frederick County Department of Social Services is one of the 120 locally-administered, state-supervised agencies who work in partnership with the Virginia Department of Social Services to help those in our community most in need. Our mission is to deliver client centered, quality human services that help the citizens of Frederick County achieve safety, independence, and overall well-being. Frederick County is located at the tip of the Northern Shenandoah Valley and is in the northernmost corner of the state of Virginia. The county sits at the mouth of the Shenandoah Valley with the Blue Ridge Mountains to the east and the Allegheny Mountains to the west. Frederick County staff are guided by its values which are to be people focused, committed to excellence and to respect differences so that the agency can continue to provide exceptional and innovative social services to its citizens.
Minimum salary: $87,686.00 commensurate with experience.
This position supervises Child Protective Services staff that provide direct services for fostering and sustaining the social, health, economics, behavioral, and emotional functioning of individuals and families serviced by the Local Departments of Social Services. Position supervises, trains, leads, and develops staff and monitors case management services.
Supervises social workers, assistants and others; sets and enforces objectives for quality and quantity of work performed by unit; evaluates social service programs and program budgets; applies appropriate human resource practices in the supervision of staff; establishes and maintains good working relationships with others; recommends policy changes based on evaluation of program effectiveness; deals with difficult or dangerous cases; interprets the program to other agencies and to the public; and participates in community planning and development of new resources, jobs and community work sites.
Ensure program performance and compliance with applicable state, federal and agency policies, evaluating child welfare programs, establishing and maintaining good working relationships with internal and external agency staff, providing consultation and supervision to social workers, providing direct case management and serving as a member of management team.
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in a Human Services field or minimum of Bachelor’s degree in any field and a minimum of two years of appropriate and related experience in a Human Services area (Section 22VAC40-670-20 of Administrative Code of Virginia).
Considerable knowledge of principals and practices of effective supervision; of policies, procedures and regulations relating to the various direct service programs; the literature in the field of human services programs; casework supervision principles and practices; principles and processes for providing customer and personal services to include needs and assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of satisfaction; employment and/or social work principals, practices and treatment modalities; and social, economic, health and employment problems that face individuals, groups and communities.
Considerable experience in Child Protective Services and/ or Foster Care Child Services programs and completion or required training programs.
Skill in operating a personal computer and the associated software and the operation of a motor vehicle.
Demonstrated ability to plan and manage work activities and assist others in their planning management; develop programs and procedures; make decisions in difficult situations; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; apply treatment and intervention approaches; interpret laws, policies and regulations regarding human services, ensure compliance and recommend needed changes; supervise others working with clients; analyze situations to make sound judgments within the framework of existing laws, policies, and regulations; and train, evaluate, lead and develop subordinate staff. Experience working with community partners such as law enforcement, school system, community services board, private service providers, county administrator and Board of Supervisors, Community Policy and Management team, faith-based entities, civic groups and organizations.
Preferred Qualifications
Supervisory experience or work experience in a leadership role.
Equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
Possession of a BSW or MSW degree. Commonwealth of Virginia Social Worker license.
MSW degree is highly desirable.
Supervisory experience in Child Protective Services and or Foster Care knowledge of policies and procedures.
Knowledge in public assistance and social service programs.
Special Requirements
Applicants may be subject to a Criminal History Background search, Central Registry search, DMV/driving record check, and fingerprinting.
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 ApplicantsApplications for this position must be submitted electronically through this website. Mailed, e-mailed, faxed or hand delivered applications will not be accepted. Electronic applications will be accepted until requisition is filled. This website will provide a confirmation receipt when the application is submitted for consideration. Consideration for an interview is based solely on the information within the application/resume. Please refer to your account for the status of your application and this position.Contact InformationDepartment of Social Services Human Resources 540-665-5688 ext. 1174 DSS_HR@fcva.us Address107 North Kent Street
Winchester, VA 22601
VDSS is one of the largest Commonwealth agencies, partnering with 120 local departments of social services, along with faith-based and non-profit organizations, to promote the well-being of children and families statewide. We proudly serve alongside nearly 13,000 state and local human services professionals throughout the Social Services System, who ensure that thousands of Virginia's most vulnerable citizen have access to best services and benefits available to them.
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.
