Family Services Specialist - Adult Protective Services

Contribute to the delivery of programs and services in Charlottesville that support meeting essential needs, which promote self‑sufficiency, and that enhance the quality of life for all residents in our community. The Charlottesville Department of Social Services is seeking qualified candidates to be considered for the position of Family Services Specialist - Adult Protective Services who are highly motivated and who strive for success by demonstrating Charlottesville's Core Values of Commitment, Integrity, Respect, Innovation, and Collaboration.

This position is assigned to Adult Protective Services and is responsible for performing complex professional work in the support and assistance of agency clients with personal, social, health and economic needs involving the elderly and adults with disabilities. Work involves assisting clients in addressing issues related to substance abuse, family services, employment services, public assistance, and protective services, and requires an understanding of individual, group, adult, and geriatric behavior as well as the techniques used in interviewing, counseling, and problem investigation.

Does related work as required. Work is performed under the regular supervision of a Social Services Family Services Supervisor.

The preferred hiring amount is between $27.08 - $36.15 an hour ($56,326.40 - $75,192.00 annually). Starting offer is based on applicable education, experience, and internal equity. This is a full‑time, non‑exempt position which provides excellent benefits including 13 paid holidays plus 1 floating holiday, paid vacation and sick leave, health insurance options with employer contribution, employer‑paid life insurance, City's retirement options, gym membership reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, and continuing education/training opportunities.

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• The City of Charlottesville manages its own retirement system and does not participate in VRS; however the City has a Portability Agreement with VRS and there are certain provisions that must be met. For questions pertaining to the Portability Agreement, please contact the City's Benefits Administrator at .

Note:

This job opportunity is advertised with a closing date of "Continuous." If interested in being considered, an application should be submitted as soon as possible. Applications may no longer be considered once a reasonable number of applications has been received or once a candidate to fill the position is identified. Applications may be evaluated on a continuous basis and interviews may be conducted as soon as possible during the recruitment.

This job announcement may close at any time after 7 calendar days.

• Assesses needs of clients and families which may include but is not limited to
  • Investigates referrals
  • Interviews clients and family members as needed
  • Takes applications for services
  • Determines service eligibility
  • Works with and counsels clients
  • Provides protection and care to abandoned, abused or neglected children and adults
  • Makes appropriate referrals for services
• Prepares social studies in the formulation, delivery and assessment of service plans, and prepares related documentation.
• Makes field visits to client residences and assesses/monitor situation and/or progress.
• Assists and supports clients in problem‑solving and in their use of agency and other resources.
• Makes referrals to clients, employment services, vocational rehabilitation services, etc.
• Depending on assignment, may identify homes suitable for adoption.
• Conducts group information/education sessions for clients.
• Depending on assignment, performs work with specific ancillary agencies such as juvenile and domestic relations courts.
• Assists in the evaluation of programs and services rendered to clients.
• Testifies in court proceedings and makes recommendations to petitions to legal authorities.
• Interprets agency programs to other agencies, community groups and associations.
• Researches and develops community resources, gives presentations.
• Maintains case records and…