Reston Neighborhood Networks Social Services Specialist Ii
- Employer
- Fairfax County Government
- Location
- Fairfax, Virginia
- Salary
- $55,647.49 - $92,745.54 Annually
- Closing date
- Apr 6, 2019
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- Industry
- Government and Public Services, State & Local
- Function
- Network Administrator, Systems Administrator, IT
- Hours
- Full Time
- Career Level
- Experienced (Non-Manager)
Job Details
This position is in the Neighborhood Networks program within the Child Abuse & Neglect Prevention program. Provides wrap around case management services to families identified by partner elementary schools as needing additional supports. The families are referred by these school partners and participate voluntarily. Works in coordination with the schools and other professionals to assist families and children to increase their natural networks of support, raise the level of family functioning and strengthen family relationships to ensure family stability and promote the success of their school-age children.
This position does the following functions:
- Conducts a comprehensive assessment of families' strengths and needs;
- Assesses and addresses immediate crisis needs;
- Coordinates and participates in family service planning meetings, where the family develops goals;
- Supports the family by implementing service plans with measurable goals and objectives;
- Counsels families to overcome barriers and achieve improvement in functioning;
- Refers, arranges and advocates for services that the family needs;
- Conducts home visits with families for the purpose of assessment and monitoring of services and outcomes;
- Works with the family to develop a natural support system which may include both formal and informal supports;
- Participates in multi-disciplinary team meetings held at Fairfax County schools;
- Enters client information into computer systems while maintaining client records;
- Utilizes social work tools such as but not limited to genograms, ecomaps and financial worksheets.
Schedule: Appointee may be required to works a flexible schedule to include evenings and weekends dependent upon the needs of the program.
Note: This announcement will be used to fill future full-time Social Services Specialist II positions for the Neighborhood Networks program located in other Department of Family Service regions for up to one year.
Employment Standards
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor's degree, plus two years of professional social work experience. A master's degree in a related field may be substituted for one year of the required experience.
CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED:
Valid driver's license upon hire.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Fluency in both English and Spanish.
- Prior experience in child welfare.
- Experience working in multi-disciplinary teams and networking to access community based resources.
- Experience with school personnel.
Appointee must satisfactorily complete a criminal background check, a check of the Child Protective Services Registry, and a driver's record check to the satisfaction of the employer.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to lift up to 30 pounds. Ability to operate a motor vehicle to travel outside the office to attend meetings, community events and visit clients in their homes not located in areas accessible via public transportation. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Ability to use automated technology. All duties performed with or without reasonable accommodations.
SELECTION PROCEDURE:
Panel interview; may include a written exercise.
It is the policy of Fairfax County Government to prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, sex, color, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, political affiliation, genetics, or disability in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce.
Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact 703-324-4900 for assistance. TTY 703-222-7314 . EEO/AA/TTY.
Company
Fairfax County, Virginia is a diverse and thriving urban county. As the most populous jurisdiction in both Virginia and the Washington metropolitan area, the County's population exceeds that of seven states. The median household income of Fairfax County is one of the highest in the nation and over half of its adult residents have four-year college degrees or more educational attainment. Fairfax County also is home to an extensive commercial office market and is a major employment center.
Fairfax County Government is a great place to work, with a variety of jobs in different fields, great benefits, and an enjoyable working environment. We serve nearly one million residents in one of the largest counties in the country. Our talented employees have established Fairfax County as a leader in nearly every facet of public service and have won national recognition as innovators in local government.The size of Fairfax County government and the diversity of services it provides to citizens allows opportunities for personal growth and development, without ever having to change employers. In addition to pay, Fairfax County Government provides an employee benefits package worth approximately 25% of your salary in additional compensation. This package of benefits consists of programs designed to protect you and your family during your employment with the county and into your retirement years.
BENEFITS INCLUDE:
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Group Term Life Insurance
Contributory Retirement Plan
Deferred Compensation
Flexible Spending Account Programs
Long Term Disability Insurance
Long Term Care Plan
Tuition Assistance Program
Employees' Child Care Center
Virginia College Savings Plans
Fairfax County's Application Process: Fairfax County uses an online application process called NEOGOV at www.fairfaxcounty.gov/jobsfor nearly all positions.
Applicants who need assistance with the online application process are welcome to come to the Application Center at Fairfax County's HR Central where staff will be happy to work with you to establish an account and get your resume into the system. HR Central is located in the Government Center at 12000 Government Center Parkway, Suite 270, Fairfax, VA, and is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Or call 703-222-5872 for more information.
For more information on applying, please click here - https://www.governmentjobs.com/home/applicationguide.
- Website
- https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/topics/jobs
- Location
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12000 Government Center Parkway
Suite 270
Fairfax
VA
22035-0034
US
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