Family Specialist; Grant-Funded Family Services Specialist

Salary Range The preferred hiring amount is between $56,326.40 - $59,870 Annually.

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.

To view the complete job information and  the City of Charlottesville employment page rlottesville.gov/jobs. Applications are only accepted online through the City of Charlottesville employment page and must be submitted prior to the listed closing date and time.

This is a 1‑to‑5 year grant‑funded position contingent upon the continued availability of funding and compliance with the applicable grant requirements (Collaborative Grant through the Virginia Department of Social Services).

This Family Services Specialist performs responsible professional work in the support and assistance of children and families through ongoing case management services, including assessment, service planning, referrals, and monitoring. As part of the grant, this position will collaborate with partner agencies to identify and connect children in foster care with extended family members or other supportive adults, with a goal of building a lifelong support network that promotes permanency, belonging, and improved outcomes.

Functioning as an investigator, negotiator, and relationship builder, the work is accomplished through intensive family‑finding strategies and by building trust with relatives and other potential supports to establish meaningful relationships or kinship placements. Work is performed under supervision and reports to a Human Services Program Supervisor.