Family Services Specialist III

Virginia Department of Social Services

. Monitor, coordinate, and administer assigned programs .

Posted 10/16/2026full-timeBristol • Virginia • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $55,000 - $65,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in case management, program administration, and the development of service plans while effectively communicating and collaborating with clients, families, and legal professionals. Proficient in interpreting laws and regulations related to human services and providing training and support to foster parents and community resources.

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Case ManagementProgram AdministrationService Plan DevelopmentSocial Work PrinciplesEffective Communication

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Hard Skills

Budget PreparationClient AssessmentLegal ProceduresInvestigating TechniquesComputer Software ProficiencyMotor Vehicle OperationTraining Program DevelopmentCrisis InterventionDocumentation and ReportingData Entry

Soft Skills

Effective Oral CommunicationWritten CommunicationDiplomacyStress ManagementRelationship Building

Tools & Technologies

State Computer Information System

Certifications & Qualifications

BSW DegreeMSW DegreeCommonwealth of Virginia Social Worker License

Industry Keywords

Human ServicesFoster CareChild ProtectionCommunity ResourcesCourt TestimonyFamily SupportIn-Home CounselingProgram CoordinationSocial Work PracticesRegulatory Compliance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Monitor, coordinate, and administer assigned programs
Coordinate services within the assigned area of responsibility
Write service plans and present cases to determine appropriate services
Track expenditures, prepare and submit budget estimates, and ensure payment for services
Interpret laws, policies, and regulations
Complete federal, state, and local planning and reporting requirements
Manage program waiting lists
Provide case management and foster care casework services
Train foster parents and submit progress reports to the court
Refer families to community treatment resources
Transport children to placements, meetings, therapy sessions, medical appointments, and family visitation
Attend court, testify, and coordinate cases with attorneys
Provide parent education and family support
Conduct intensive in-home counseling and prepare intervention status reports
Interview and assess clients and assign them to appropriate groups
Provide after-hours on-call coverage and respond to child/adult protective services and foster care emergencies
Develop written service plans documenting case goals, objectives, and services
Provide program administration and caseload management
Conduct visits and maintain contact with other professionals
Accompany victims and families to court appearances
File petitions and prepare court-ordered home assessments and custody home studies
Establish and maintain case records
Code, enter, and update cases in the state computer information system
Represent the agency through speeches, training, and workshops on child/adult abuse and neglect

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in a Human Services field, or a Bachelor's degree in any field with a minimum of two years of appropriate and related experience in a Human Services area
Considerable experience in the assigned program area
Completion of required training programs or equivalent combination of training and experience providing the required knowledge, skills, and abilities
Considerable knowledge of social work principles and practices; human behavior and motivational theory; laws, policies, and regulations relating to human services program areas; investigating and interviewing techniques; legal procedures; and social, economic, and health problems
Skill in operating a personal computer and associated software
Skill in operating a motor vehicle
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
Ability to interview, assess needs, counsel, and refer clients
Ability to investigate high-risk cases and testify in court proceedings
Ability to develop and present training programs and presentations
Ability to interpret program laws, policies, and regulations
Ability to develop and implement service plans
Ability to analyze case information and make sound judgments
Ability to work in stressful situations and maintain diplomacy
Ability to plan and manage work activities, reports, correspondence, and records
Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships
Possession of a BSW or MSW degree and Commonwealth of Virginia Social Worker license are desirable