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Human Resource Management
801 Crawford Street
Portsmouth, Virginia 23704-3822
Phone: (757) 393-8626
Fax: (757) 393-8697
Jobline: (757) 398-0682
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Office Hours: Monday-Friday 8 am-5 pm
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Title:
SOCIAL WORKER
Department:
SOCIAL SERVICES
Location:
FOSTER CARE
Closing Date:
04/09/10
Original Advertised Date:
03/29/10
Job Description:
The Social Worker will perform technical duties in providing on-going social work services to families involved in neglect (adult and child), child abuse, adoption, and/or foster care for the Social Services Department. Work involves interviewing applicants and explaining Social Services programs; assisting applicants in completing necessary forms. Employee is also responsible for verifying that information received from applicants is correct and complete; maintaining a variety of records and files. Employee must exercise considerable independent judgment, discretion and initiative in completing assignments. Employee must also exercise considerable tact, courtesy and discretion in frequent contact with program clients and applicants. Employee must safeguard the confidentiality of department information and clients.
Education/Experience:
Bachelor's Degree with major course work in Sociology, Human Services or a related field; 1 to 2 years of experience in human services or case management work.
Special Req: Must possess a valid Driver's License issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia.
Salary:
$ 31,411
Full Time / Part Time:
Full-Time
Job Code / Department #:
28324 / 56019
Apply At:
HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

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