The City of Richmond Department of Social Services is seeking highly qualified candidates to fill the position of Family Services Worker - CPS in the Division of Children, Families & Adults. The incumbent is responsible for ensuring the safety and well-being of children and following up on reports of abuse and neglect of children.

Duties include but are not limited to

• Ensuring safety of children in the department's care;
• Responding to hotline reports;
• Investigating alleged cases of abuse and neglect;
• Providing or coordinating interventions and services to families at risk or families; where children have been removed;
• Conducting interviews to gather evidence;
• Petitioning the court for removals and protective orders;
• Preparing documentation and recommendations for court;
• Testifying and executing court-orders;
• Developing service plans;
• Establishing and maintaining individual case records;
• Transporting clients to ensure their welfare or facilitate the delivery of appropriate services;
• Supervising cases, monitoring progress and compliance with court orders and providing case management for children and families.

Qualifications, Special Certifications and Licenses

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Considerable knowledge in principles and practices in the human services field, including knowledge of programs, social-economic trends, and behaviors that impact the delivery of human services; and State and local policies and procedures, laws, and regulations.

Demonstrated skills in advocating and counseling; administering individual and family assessments and interpreting results; Interviewing; Case management, including reporting and documenting; Oral/written communication; and conducting forensic interviews.

Demonstrated ability in understanding and interpreting policies, procedures, regulations, and laws; thinking critically; manage time effectively; make sound judgments; problem solve; and analyze, assess, and evaluate data.

LICENSING, CERTIFICATIONS, and/or OTHER SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• 
  Valid Commonwealth of Virginia Driver's License with a satisfactory driving record.

MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's degree in social work;
• Master's degree in social work is preferred;
• Bachelor's degree or Master's degree in a human services field is also acceptable if it includes at least 30 semester hours or 45 quarter hours in the development of human behavior, child development, family intervention techniques, diagnostic measures, or therapeutic techniques, such as: (a) social work; (b) psychology; (c) sociology; (d) guidance and/or counseling; or (e) child development;
• One year of related experience.

With over 4,000 employees, the City of Richmond is an "Employer of Choice" among cities throughout the nation. The City strives to hire and retain employees who bring dedication and talent to the workforce. Offering a competitive, cost effective, and quality benefits package is one element of an "Employer of Choice".

The City offers a full range of benefit programs from initial hire through retirement. Please visit our Web site for details.