Family Services Specialist II #L0003
Family Services Specialist II - Foster Care and Adoption Unit (#L0003)
Do you enjoy engaging families; can you manage paperwork and serve others? If so, we encourage you to join our team!
Campbell County Social Services is recruiting for a Family Services Specialist II in the Foster Care and Adoption Unit. The salary range is $30,828 - $36,500.
Job Description
Employees are responsible for developing and implementing individualized service plans involving the application of casework methods in the Foster Care and Adoptions Unit. Employees may provide services in all program areas or specialize in one or several program areas. Typically employees perform tasks independently and only seek supervisory advice on unusual situations or when policies and procedures require supervisory review or involvement.
General work tasks include but not limited to:
• Interpret laws, policies, and regulations as applied to specific area of responsibility
• Monitor, coordinate, and administer specific programs as assigned
• Coordinate services within the Foster Care and Adoptions Unit
• Interview and assess customer needs and other relevant factors – such as education/skill levels, abilities, interests, and support systems
• Inform clients of related service programs rules/regulations and right to participate
• Present cases to determine appropriate services and writes/implements service plans
• Provide case management services to monitor compliance, to include home and field visits
• Track expenditures, prepare/submit budget estimates, and ensure payment for services
• Complete necessary federal, state, and local planning and reporting requirements
• Coordinate with other agencies and participate in multi-disciplinary and interagency teams providing services to customers
• Serve as a resource to clients and the community in area of expertise
• Provide after hours on-call coverage and respond to emergencies in child/adult protective services and/or foster care
Open Until Filled.
EOE