Human Services Specialist

Prince William County Government • Full-time • Woodbridge, VA, US • $25 - $48 / hour • 1m ago

JOB
Are you passionate about making a positive impact on vulnerable populations? Ready to take your human services and administrative expertise to the next level within a dynamic, mission-driven team? We’re looking for a compassionate and skilled Human Services Specialist to join our innovative work family at the Prince William County Manassas Regional Adult Detention Center.The ADC is a well-established agency in Prince William County, VA. We provide safety and security for our staff and the individuals in our care while protecting the residents of Prince William County. This position will involve direct contact with inmates housed at the facility.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
ABOUT THIS ROLE: As the Human Services Specialist you will assess and assist eligible inmates with Medicaid and other available social services. You will directly support and enhance the lives of individuals by providing valuable information and guidance regarding critical community resources and essential programs. The Human Services Specialist plays a vital role in assisting the agency by providing direct program support work in the areas of client oversight, social services and customer service.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: (These responsibilities are a representative sample; other assigned duties may apply.)Conduct in-person interviews to assist inmates in applying for Medicaid and related social services.Provide individual and group sessions for eligible individuals regarding Medicaid and other available services.Provide clear information about community resources tailored to individual needs.Interpret and apply Medicaid/social service policies independently and with sound judgment.Assist with Re-Entry needs and coordinate necessary services for inmates being released.Collaborate closely with medical, mental health, and classification teams as needed.Provide case management activities for inmates such as referrals, monitoring and coordination of external services.Maintain accurate, up-to-date records using Microsoft Office Suite and online databases.Analyze risk and assist with ensuring the safety of staff and inmates.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
NOTE: The above position description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department. The position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and the requirements of the job change. Prince William County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. QUESTIONS: All inquiries related to job postings, application deadlines and the status of applications should be submitted through adcjobs@pwcgov.org. Contact information should be included in the inquiry. Applicants selected to move forward in the hiring process will be notified by phone or email.