Henrico County, a progressive employer of choice, provides job seekers with the promise of fair and competitive compensation; a close-knit atmosphere with low employee turnover; and a benefits package that helps secure financial stability.
Established in 1611, Henrico County has deep historical roots. Henrico County borders the City of Richmond to the west, north and east and constitutes approximately a third of the Richmond metropolitan areas. Henrico County is among the top-rated counties in the nation and was one of the first localities to adopt the County Manager Form of Government. Citizens of Henrico County are represented by an elected Board of Supervisors representing five magisterial districts.
Henrico County General Government currently has more than 30 agencies. Department Heads are appointed by the County Manager, with the exception of the elected constitutional officers. Henrico County is an equal opportunity employer and, when you join us, you will be surrounded by fellow associates who come from all walks of life, all types of cultural backgrounds and all ages.
General Statement of Duties
Provides professional, intensive, specialized continuing case management services involving concentration in the areas of child and adult welfare; performs a broader scope of duties requiring routine utilization of greater professional knowledge and independent application of professional skill; performs other duties as assigned.
Closing Date: This position closes on Monday, November 04, 2024.
The Foster Care & Adoptions Team in Henrico is a dynamic workgroup focused on a collaborative team model that demonstrates respect for the different work styles and personalities of its members while placing great value on the peer-to-peer learning process. We have created and work hard to maintain positive relationships with others within and outside the Department while taking a trauma-informed, child and family-centered approach in our service delivery.
Essential Duties:
- Complete all case management responsibilities associated with the foster care and adoption programs including:
o Case documentation in the child welfare database OASIS using COMPASS and eScribers
o Coordinating & participating in Family Partnership Meetings, Child & Family Team Meetings, VEMATs, FAPT meetings and other collaborative processes to support youth in care
o Participating in court proceedings through filing petitions, service plans, progress and other court reports and providing testimony in court proceedings
o Conducting trauma screenings & CANS assessments
- Participate in unit, division, agency & community meetings related to the work of the Department
- Provide coverage for child welfare on-call (CPS, preservation, prevention & foster care) approximately 14 nights per 12-month calendar year (when fully staffed)
- Participate in shelter team operations as designated by the Emergency Operations Center
- Handle additional work assignments when necessary
This position is required to maintain: considerable knowledge of current social, economic and health concerns; considerable knowledge of the federal Social Security Act and of casework philosophy, methods and practices; considerable knowledge of individual and group behavior and of current literature and trends in the social work field; knowledge of community resources available to meet client’s needs; ability to make independent judgments; ability to understand and interpret laws and regulations and to deal effectively with the public; ability to plan and organize work; ability to gather facts and report them accurately and to write reports.
Four (4) year baccalaureate degree in a relevant social science field in accordance with VA Code § 63.2-219; Three (3) years of relevant social work experience; OR: Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities.
This position may be filled as a Family Services Specialist II or Senior Family Services Specialist; commensurate with the successful candidate's qualifications and the needs of the department at the time of hire.
This position is part of a career development series with positions and salary ranges as follows:
Position:Salary range:
Family Services Specialist II $60,413 - $111,133
Senior Family Services Specialist $69,537 - $127,917
Valid driver’s license to perform assigned duties at various locations.
Successful completion of all training requirements established pursuant to the VA 63.2-208. Standards for personnel.
CPS and Criminal history record check and fingerprinting of all employees in authorized and hourly safety sensitive positions.
You apply for positions with Henrico County general government through our on-line applicant system, which is available 24-hours a day, 7-days a week with an Internet connection. Please access our job site portal through http://henrico.us/services/jobs or click on the Jobs link in the upper right hand corner of our main County page at http://henrico.us.
Closing Date: This position closes on Monday, November 04, 2024.
Main Organization
General Government
Employment Status
Permanent Fulltime
