Social Services Specialist III - Father Engagement

Salary : $72,125.46 - $120,208.82 Annually

Location : FAIRFAX (EJ32), VA

Job Type : FT Hourly W BN

Job Number : 25-01872

Department : Family Services

Opening Date : 11 / 01 / 2025

Closing Date : 11 / 14 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Eastern

Pay Grade : S25

Posting Type : Open to General Public

Job Announcement

This position includes a signing bonus of $2,500 (full-time) for new county hires.

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children, youth, families and fathers? This position works within the Division of Children, Youth & Families (CYF.) As an agency, DFS is committed to strengthening the well-being of its diverse community by protecting and improving the lives of all children, adults, and families through assistance, partnership, advocacy, outreach, and quality services. To learn more about DFS and its Mission, Vision, and Values, please click .

As a member of the Child Abuse & Neglect Prevention Service (Prevention Program) and under general direction of the Father Engagement Supervisor, this position consults with CYF and systems of care agencies staff on effective strategies to engage fathers. Supports advanced trauma-informed clinical interventions with fathers and their families and facilitates weekly groups for fathers.

Collaborative Environment :

• Work collaboratively with team members from other Children, Youth, and Families programs and community partners.
• Serve as a key member of the Prevention Program's team, guiding initiatives to strengthen community prevention programs and build protective factors.

Location & Travel :

Why Join Us?

If you are ready to take on a meaningful leadership role and drive positive changes in our community, apply now to become the Father Engagement Specialist III at DFS!

Duties and responsibilities include :

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

Illustrative Duties

(The illustrative duties listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list. A complete list of position duties and unique physical requirements can be found in the position job description.)

Manages and maintains program data and outcomes.

Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities

(The knowledge, skills and abilities listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list.)

Employment Standards

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor's degree, plus three years of professional social work experience. A master's degree in a related field may be substituted for one year of the required experience.

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED

Valid Driver's license.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS :

The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check, driving record check, and a Child Protective Services Registry check to the satisfaction of the employer.

Flexible schedule is required to facilitate evening groups, attend home visits, and community events. May be required to be on-call rotation that includes evening, overnight, weekend, and holiday hours which may require response into the field.

This position is considered essential personnel and will be required to report to work during times designated countywide as approved for unscheduled leave regardless of the emergency situation (i.e., weather, transportation, other disaster).

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :

Work requires performing tasks with risks of secondary traumatic stress (STS). Ability to navigate through and make decisions in stressful and crisis situations. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Ability to use automated technology. Sufficiently mobile to attend / participate in person and virtual home visits, courts and community-based meetings to include case consultations, RED teams, ongoing professional development opportunities in various locations, and ability to attend trainings and conferences locally, state-wide and nationally as needed. Ability to physically lift and carry up to 30 pounds. All duties performed with or without reasonable accommodations.

SELECTION PROCEDURE :

Panel interview and may include a practical exercise.

Fairfax County is home to a highly diverse population, with a significant number of residents speaking languages other than English at home (including ) We encourage candidates who are bilingual in English and another language to apply for this opportunity.

Fairfax County Government prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce.

Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and / or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. TTY 703-222-7314. EEO / AA / TTY.

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Merit Positions

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Medical / Vision / Dental Insurance Coverage

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What is the highest level of education that you have completed?

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Please indicate all major(s) or minor(s) for your completed degree(s). Check all that apply.

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If you answered "Other (related field)" or "Other (non-related field)" for the previous question, please list the discipline of your degree. If this question does not pertain to you, or you do not have a degree, enter "Not applicable".

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How many years of full-time equivalent professional social work experience do you have?Note : "social work" is defined as an academic discipline and profession that concerns itself with individuals, families, groups and communities in an effort to enhance social functioning and overall well-being.

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Do you currently possess a valid driver's license

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How many years of full-time equivalent professional experience do you have working in the child welfare field and / or father engagement practice?

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How many years of full-time equivalent experience do you have facilitating groups and training?

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How many years of full-time equivalent experience do you have conducting home visits? Note : "Home visit" is defined as : Home-based services with an individual or family focus that includes assessment, case planning, case management, education, and / or skill building.

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Are you bilingual and / or fluent in English and Spanish?

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Do you have at least two years of full-time equivalent professional social services or human services experience in any of the following areas? Check all that apply.

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