Human Services Caseworker

Are you looking for a role where your work directly impacts the safety, stability, and future of children and families? Then this could be your opportunity to make a meaningful difference every day.

The Prince William County Department of Social Services is seeking a Human Services Caseworker in our Family Support Services (FSS) Division. Our team manages state-mandated programs related to resource homes (foster homes), foster care, adoption, fostering futures, and the Interstate Compact on Placement of Children (ICPC).

We are a collaborative, team-oriented agency committed to excellence and improving the quality of life for children and families involved in the child welfare system. If you are looking to be part of a team that helps ensure safety, well-being, and permanency of our children and families.

About this role

In this role, you will work in one of several programs that support children and families in foster care, fostering futures and adoption.

Key responsibilities include:

• Identifying appropriate placements for children in foster care
• Providing ongoing oversight of children in their placements
• Analyzing risks and ensuring the safety of children and families
• Assessing strengths and needs of children and families
• Accessing services for children and families to support the permanency goal
• Assisting families with preparing for and achieving permanency
• Communicating with stakeholders about the welfare of children in care
• Interpreting and applying policies and procedures
• Maintaining current and accurate case records
• Preparing court documents, attending court, and testifying as needed
• Performing other duties as assigned

The ideal candidate has experience working with children and families in areas such as child protective services, foster care, adoption, fostering futures, or ICPC. They will have knowledge of federal, state, and local policies and procedures pertaining to child welfare.

This role involves close collaboration with youth in foster care, their families and caregivers, and other community partners interested in their welfare.

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a human services field; or a Bachelor's degree in any field with a minimum of two years of human services-related experience

Preferences

• Master's degree in Social Work
• Commonwealth of Virginia Social Worker license
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal child welfare policies and practices
• Bilingual English/Spanish

Three years or more of experience with the following:

• Working in child welfare, foster care, or adoption
• Interpreting and applying policies and procedures
• Crisis intervention with clientsAssessing risk and ensuring the safety of children and families

Special Requirements

• All DSS staff are required to provide emergency human services work, including staffing emergency shelters in the event of a community disaster.
• Candidates must pass criminal history, child protective services, and DMV background checks.
• The Prince William Department of Social Services may not employ resource/foster parents for youth in the Prince William foster-care program. Resource/foster parents for youth from other localities are welcome to apply.
• Staff in this position must possess a valid driver’s license and be eligible to drive for work.
• Staff in this position may periodically be required to work at night and on weekends to cover emergencies.

Work Schedule

Monday-Friday, 37.5 hours per week (sometime between 8:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m.). May be required to work some evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Following a period of in-person training, this role offers the potential for a hybrid work arrangement that combines telework with required days in the office. Telework eligibility is subject to change as business needs warrant; there is no future guarantee of telework. Employees who telework must have adequate workspace and internet connection.

Starting Salary Range

$70,921.50 - $97,968.00/yr

We also offer great benefits, including:

• Retirement from the Virginia Retirement System (VRS)
• 401a and 457 retirement savings and investment plans
• Paid Annual Leave
• Paid Personal Leave
• Paid Sick Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Optional Group Medical and Dental Health Plans
• Optional Group Life Insurance
• An Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Career Development Opportunities

Full-time positions with Prince William County Government qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.

PSLF for additional information.

NOTE: The above position description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibility; specific position assignments will vary depending on the department's business needs.

Prince William County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.