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$74k–$82k/yr
Full-time
bachelor degree, postgraduate degree
Paid holidays, Paid vacation, Sick leave, Health insurance, Employer-paid life insurance, VRS retirement
Posted 1d ago
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
The worker investigates reports of child abuse and neglect to determine the safety and well-being of children. They provide crisis intervention, coordinate with legal and medical professionals, and implement safety plans to protect children and support family rehabilitation.
Requirements
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Human Services or a Bachelor's in any field with two years of related experience. A valid Virginia driver's license is mandatory, and a Social Work license (BSW/MSW) is preferred.
Full job description
Child Protective Services Worker (CPS Worker)
Department of Social Services
12 Months, Full-Time
Non-Exempt, Pay Grade 33
VRS-Eligible, Benefits-Eligible
***PLEASE READ BEFORE APPLYING: THE LISTING ON THE ALBEMARLE COUNTY WEBSITE IS FOR ADVERTISING PURPOSES ONLY. APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION MUST BE SUBMITTED THROUGH THE VDSS STATE WEBSITE FOUND HERE:
Are you ready to serve your community and make a remarkable difference in the lives of children? Please join our CPS division today and make an impact!
Essential Functions:
Ascertains validity of reports of child abuse and neglect applying Va. Law and policy.
Assesses the situation with regard to the presence of imminent threat to the child's life, health and/or safety to determine urgency of response.
Analyzes complex human behavior in initial contact with families.
Selects the optimal crisis intervention method to de-escalate violent or volatile situations when they arise.
Sets clear boundaries for clients who are intimidating, defiant, and possibly dangerous.
Observes and documents the effects of family behavior and environmental factors on the child.
Balances the use of CPS statutory authority with the need to determine the least invasive intervention to protect the child and enhance family functioning.
Demonstrates attentiveness, reassurance, empathy, and congruence in thinking, feeling, and acting to create a stable, rational atmosphere conducive to cooperation and engagement.
Communicates the CPS complaint and the agency's role in child protection clearly and honestly to the alleged abuser and the family.
Interviews family members to assess and document information regarding strengths, mental and physical development, abuse history, parenting skills, perceptions of reported incident, violence, and family and community support.
Assesses the role of drug or alcohol abuse in individual and family dysfunction and intervenes for the protection of children and the rehabilitation of chemically dependent individuals and their codependent family systems when applicable.
Evaluates the reliability and accuracy of information gathered from family members and determines level of risk after the initial period of crisis intervention.
Continues to revise safety assessment of the child throughout the investigative/assessment period.
Gathers, assess, and/or disseminates sensitive, collateral information about the family from a variety of sources according to Va. Confidentiality law and policy and respecting family privacy.
Analyzes and interprets pertinent professional reports and other data.
Refers clients for services to other human service agencies such as substance abuse services, mental and physical health providers, employment services, vocational rehabilitation services, etc.
Mediates among involved legal, medical, law enforcement, educational and mental health professionals.
Makes determination regarding conditions of abuse, neglect, and/or safety of the child at 45-60 days.
Determines future risk to the child and makes decisions as to the course of action to ensure the child's future safety, which may include recommendations for removal and the actual removal of the child from the parent(s) when necessary according to Va. Law and policy.
Provides coverage after hours and on weekends, on an on-call basis, for emergencies involving abuse or neglect of children and adolescents, and for situations requiring immediate attention regarding children in the legal custody of the Department of Social Services.
Performs other related tasks as assigned.
Competency: Knowledge/ Skills/Abilities:
Knowledge of child and adolescent growth and development, family structure and dynamics, the impact of handicapping physical and mental conditions on families, and crisis intervention.
Knowledge of social, economic, and health problems and needs. Knowledge of individual and group behavior.
Ability to understand and interpret laws, regulations and policies.
Ability to develop rapport with clients from diverse backgrounds and ages through complex interviewing techniques, using a variety of skills.
Ability to handle a high level of responsibility in making decisions about children and their families' lives.
Thorough knowledge of goals, pertinent terminology and issues of other professions, including medical, mental health, legal, educational and law enforcement.
Ability to assess the individual's and families' capability to utilize services.
Ability to recognized and accept the rights, responsibilities, and differences of others.
Ability to work effectively using a variety of modalities in helping families solve their problems.
Ability to plan and organize work.
Ability to communicate and establish effective working relationships with clients, co-workers, other professional and technical staff, social agencies, and the general public.
Ability to prepare reports and maintain records.
Required Education and Experience:
Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in a Human Services field; or minimum of a Bachelor's degree in any field and minimum of two years of appropriate and related experience in a Human Services area.
Preferred Qualifications/Certifications:
Experience in assigned program area and completion of required training programs or equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
Possession of a BSW or MSW degree, or other Master's degree, and a Commonwealth of Virginia Social Work license.
Physical and Mental Requirements:
Possession of a valid appropriate driver's permit issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia. Workers in this position are required to drive and they must meet eligibility requirements of the County’s safe driver policy.
Delivers work to the public typically in clients' home, often in remote rural areas.
Frequent contacts with clients and coordination with other public and private agencies (I.e. school, courts, clinics, etc.) are required.
Involves frequent driving, walking, and standing. Must be able to assist physically dependent individuals.
Remote Work:
This position is not eligible for a remote work schedule. All County staff must maintain residence within the Commonwealth of Virginia.
The Salary Range:
The hiring range for this position is $35.70 - $39.46 per hour (approx. $74,258 -$82,075 per year). Starting offer is based on applicable education beyond minimum requirements and internal equity. The position also provides excellent benefits including 12 paid holidays, paid vacation and sick leave, health insurance options with employer contribution, employer-paid life insurance, VRS retirement, and continuing education/training opportunities. This is a full time, FLSA non-exempt position. Internal candidates will receive pay adjustments in accordance with Local Government Personnel Policy, §P-60.
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: Position open until Friday, August 7, 2026.
Virginia Values Veterans:
Albemarle County is a Certified V3 organization.
EOE/EEO:
Albemarle County is an equal employment opportunity employer, and does not discriminate against any group or individual on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age or disability in regards to any aspect of employment policy and practice: recruitment, testing, selection, assignment, pay, conditions of work, training, leave, overtime, promotion, discipline, demotion, and separation.
Related keywords
Child Protective ServicesCPSDepartment of Social ServicesChild Abuse and NeglectCrisis InterventionBSWMSWSocial Work LicenseCase InvestigationFamily FunctioningSafety AssessmentHuman ServicesVirginia LawVRSNon-ExemptChild Welfare
Albemarle County Local Government's vision is a thriving County anchored by a strong economy and excellent education system, that honors its rural heritage, scenic beauty, and natural and historic resources while fostering attractive and vibrant communities. We work together with citizens to connect civic challenges to community problem solvers.
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