Family Services Specialist Iii
By City of Virginia Beach At , Virginia Beach $57,817 - $89,616 a year
Use various electronic health record/records management systems to provide utilization review for the office of Children’s Services Act.
Attends Community Policy & Management Team meetings.
Collect, track, review, and manage all DMAS/Medicaid authorizations and denials.
Please provide a copy of any certifications or related professional licenses.
Inspects charts for documentation of family participation to include method, frequency and progress towards discharge goals.
Collaborates with FAPT and CSA Administrator to review the information received from Provider evaluations and follows up on complaints or issues.

Are you looking for a rewarding career that allows you to make a difference in the lives of families? Become a Family Services Specialist and help families in need access the resources they need to thrive!

Overview Family Services Specialists are professionals who provide support and guidance to families in need. They work with families to identify and address their needs, provide resources and assistance, and help them develop strategies to improve their lives. They may work in a variety of settings, including schools, hospitals, community centers, and government agencies. Detailed Job Description Family Services Specialists are responsible for providing support and guidance to families in need. They work with families to identify and address their needs, provide resources and assistance, and help them develop strategies to improve their lives. They may provide individual and family counseling, coordinate services, and refer families to appropriate resources. They may also provide crisis intervention, case management, and advocacy services. Family Services Specialists may also provide education and training to families and community members. Job Skills Required
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of family dynamics and dynamics of family systems
• Ability to assess family needs and develop appropriate interventions
• Knowledge of community resources and services
• Ability to work with diverse populations
• Knowledge of relevant laws and regulations
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of computer applications
Job Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, or a related field
• Master’s degree in social work, psychology, or a related field preferred
• State licensure or certification in social work, psychology, or a related field
• Experience working with families in need
• Knowledge of relevant laws and regulations
Job Knowledge
• Knowledge of family dynamics and dynamics of family systems
• Knowledge of community resources and services
• Knowledge of relevant laws and regulations
• Knowledge of computer applications
Job Experience
• Experience working with families in need
• Experience providing individual and family counseling
• Experience coordinating services and referring families to appropriate resources
• Experience providing crisis intervention, case management, and advocacy services
• Experience providing education and training to families and community members
Job Responsibilities
• Assess family needs and develop appropriate interventions
• Provide individual and family counseling
• Coordinate services and refer families to appropriate resources
• Provide crisis intervention, case management, and advocacy services
• Provide education and training to families and community members
• Monitor progress and evaluate outcomes
• Maintain accurate records and documentation