Family Services Specialist III

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What You’ll Do

Foster Care & Adoptions Practice

• Complete all case management responsibilities associated with the foster care and adoption programs including:

  • Maintain accurate, timely, and high-quality records in our CCWIS (OASIS) using Beam Notes & COMPASS

  • Coordinating & participating in Family Partnership Meetings, Child & Family Team Meetings, VEMATs, FAPT meetings and other collaborative processes to support youth in care

  • Use a trauma-informed and child-centered approach in all interactions, completing trauma screenings and CANS assessments

  • Participating in court proceedings through filing petitions, service plans, progress and other court reports and providing testimony in court proceedings

  • Conducting trauma screenings & CANS assessments

• Participate in unit, division, agency & community meetings related to the work of the Department

Additional Responsibilities

• Provide child welfare on-call coverage approximately 14 nights annually (when fully staffed)
• Participate in shelter team operations during emergency response activations
• Assist with additional assignments and special projects as needed

What We’re Looking For

We are seeking professionals who demonstrate:

• Strong critical thinking and sound judgment
• Compassionate and effective communication skills
• Ability to manage complex and emotionally demanding situations
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities
• Commitment to teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement
• Ability to work independently while remaining highly collaborative

Ideal Knowledge & Experience

Successful candidates will bring knowledge of:

• Child welfare casework philosophy, methods, and best practices
• Trauma-informed care and child/family dynamics
• Current social, economic, and behavioral health concerns
• Federal and state child welfare laws and regulations
• Community resources and service systems
• Report writing, documentation, and courtroom procedures

Why Henrico DSS?

• Collaborative and supportive team culture
• Opportunities for peer learning and professional development
• Meaningful work with direct community impact
• Innovative tools that reduce administrative burden
• A workplace that values both accountability and employee well-being

If you are passionate about protecting children, supporting families, and working alongside a dedicated team of professionals, we encourage you to apply.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Four (4) year baccalaureate degree in a relevant human services field in accordance with VA Code § 63.2-219; and Experience: Three (3) years of relevant social work experience; OR, ANY equivalent combination of four (4) year baccalaureate degree, experience and training which provides the necessary knowledge skills and abilities.

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