About the Opportunity

This position is responsible for guiding youth on their path to independence through effective relationship building, support, supervision, counseling, assessment, service planning, coordination of services, ongoing evaluation of needs, and documentation of services provided.

As assigned, the Case Worker will perform these duties either in accordance with the Commonwealth of Virginia Department of Social Services Standards for Licensed Child-Placing Agencies through VHBG’s Fostering Futures Program, or within the Pride Place Program.

Core duties and responsibilities:

Supporting, Supervising, and Counseling Youth

Assessment of Needs; Planning and Coordinating Services

Documentation

Other:

Minimum Education and Experience:

OR

A baccalaureate degree in social work or a field related to social work including, but not limited to, sociology, psychology, special education, or counseling and one year of experience in providing casework services to children and families;

OR

A baccalaureate degree in any field plus two years’ experience in providing casework services to children and families.

About the Culture at VHBG

VHBG's leadership team encourages employees to bring their authentic self to work, whatever that means for that employee. We do this through unbiased recruiting practices, advocating for employees to participate in our inclusion ambassador council, implementing employee feedback and offering training opportunities focused on diversity, inclusion and equity. VHBG nurtures belonging and retains a highly engaged workforce in order to achieve the best experience and outcomes for our clients.

VHBG is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, genetic information, age, gender (including pregnancy and childbirth), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, status as a protected veteran, disability, or other status protected under federal, state, or local law.