Title: Program Consultant, Sr. #W5465
State Role Title: Program Administration Specialist II
Hiring Range: $65,000 – $75,000/yr.
Pay Band: 5
Agency: Department of Social Services
Location:Staunton, VA
Agency Website:www.dss.virginia.gov
Recruitment Type: General Public – G
Job Duties
THIS POSITION WILL REQUIRE THE APPLICANT TO REPORT TO THE OFFICE DAILY
At the Virginia Department of Social Services, we put people at the center of everything we do. We believe that every Virginian can live a life of dignity and that all voices, ideas and experiences contribute greatly to our pursuit of excellence. Inspired by continuous improvement, we commit ourselves to listening, learning and cultivating environments of trust, respect and positive engagement. Together, we are mission-driven, eager to achieve, and passionate about bringing the best of who we are to those we serve.
We design and deliver high-quality human services that help Virginians achieve safety, independence and overall well-being. We are a $2 billion agency – one of the largest in the Commonwealth of Virginia – partnering with 120 local departments of social services and 31 community action agencies, along with faith-based and non-profit organizations, to promote the well-being of children, adults, and families statewide. We proudly serve alongside 1,650 (state) and 12,200 (local) human services professionals throughout the Social Services System, who ensure that thousands of Virginia’s most vulnerable citizens have easy access to the services and benefits available to them.
In addition to a rewarding work experience, VDSS offers excellent health and life insurance benefits, pre-tax spending accounts, state funded Short and Long Term Disability, paid holidays, vacation, tuition assistance, free wellness programs, and a state retirement plan with options for tax-deferred retirement savings including employer matching – Employee Benefits.
The Division of Family Services in Staunton, VA is currently seeking a Program Consultant, Sr. This position is primarily responsible for supporting the local departments of social services (LDSS) with support of, and discharge planning for LDSS-involved children and youth at the Commonwealth Center for Children & Adolescents (CCCA).
This position will be a member of the treatment team at CCCA and provide technical support to LDSS related to care and planning for children and youth, including making appropriate placement referrals, engaging family, locating funding, and assisting with IACCT, FAPT, and ICPC processes. Successful incumbent will also assist with obtaining resources for children while they are receiving treatment at CCCA and meeting any immediate needs they may have.
In addition, this position will play a critical role in identifying systemic barriers to timely discharge of LDSS involved children and in supporting efforts of the involved child serving state agencies in addressing these.
This position is authorized with Level Two HIPAA Access, which entails complete access to PHI only for the clients/patients served/assigned. Utilization of information will be in accordance with HIPAA regulations regarding use limitation, disclosure, and requests of PHI.
Minimum Qualifications
- Comprehensive knowledge of and experience with child welfare practices and programs.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and as a team member in both coaching and technical assistance capacities.
- Demonstrated liaising and communication skills.
- Ability to plan and manage multiple tasks and prioritize workload with proficiency.
- Skilled in use of MS Office applications.
- Experience collecting and utilizing data to inform decision making.
Additional Considerations
- Familiarity with LDSS child welfare program; direct experience in this area preferred.
- Experience with children with mental health issues, the provision of acute psychiatric care, and providing technical assistance preferred.
Special Instructions
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
Selected candidate(s) must successfully pass a fingerprint-based criminal history background check. A record of criminal history does not automatically bar an applicant from consideration. Employment verification will be conducted to include current/previous supervisory employment reference checks.
VDSS will record information from each new employee’s Form I-9 (Employment Eligibility Verification) into the Federal E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.
This position may be eligible for telework opportunities; availability, hours, and duration will be in accordance with the Commonwealth’s Teleworking policy.
Selected candidate may be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.
Frequent in-state, overnight travel may be required. Selected candidate(s) may be required to use their personal vehicle or state vehicle as available for business use.
To be considered for this position, you must submit a Commonwealth of Virginia application or resume through the on-line “Virginia Jobs” (PageUp) employment site no later than 11:55 p.m. on the closing date listed. Each application is reviewed for documentation that shows the applicant meets the minimum and additional considerations as stated in the job announcement. The decision to interview an applicant is based on the information provided. Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment within 90 days of the closing date.
The Virginia Department of Social Services (VDSS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages diversity within its workforce.
VDSS does not provide sponsorship.
VDSS is an official certified state agency that values the service and experience of our Veterans. As such, Veterans are encouraged to apply and receive preference in the hiring process. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps and other national service alumni also are encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodations are available to applicants, if requested, during the application and/or interview process.
If you have been affected by Policy 1.30 Layoff as a state employee and possess a valid Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Form) or a Preferential Hiring Card (Blue Card), you must submit this document through the “Virginia Jobs” (PageUp) employment site when you apply.
Contact Information
Name: VDSS – Division of Human Resources
Phone: dssrecruitment@dss.virginia.gov
Email: dssrecruitment@dss.virginia.gov
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: Career Pathways for Individuals with Disabilities, or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155.