Working Title of Vacant Position Family Services Specialist II - Mobile Integrated Healthcare (MIH) Program
Job Type Full Time
Posting Type Public
Number of Vacancies 1
Department FIRE
Division FIRE EMS
Requisition Number 2025299
Number of hours worked per week 40
Work Schedule
Monday through Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm, occasional weekend hours
Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies
Work Site Location Chesapeake, VA
Position Driving Requirement R - Routine
Pay Grade GE10
Pay Basis Semi-Monthly
Advertised Salary
Starts at $50,852; Depending on Qualifications and Experience.
Job Description
Are you passionate about community-based, patient-centered care? Do you have a strong background in social work and a desire to make a meaningful impact in public health? If so, we invite you to apply for the role of Family Services Specialist II within the City of Chesapeake’s Mobile Integrated Healthcare (MIH) Program.
About the MIH Program:
The MIH Program is an innovative and evolving model of community-based healthcare designed to deliver effective, efficient, and compassionate services to the residents of Chesapeake. This multidisciplinary program addresses barriers to healthcare access and ensures residents receive the social support they need to thrive.
Position Summary:
Under general supervision, the Family Services Specialist II will facilitate, coordinate, and supervise case management activities across multiple social work service programs. This role provides direct supervision to Social Workers and support staff and may coordinate key services within the Human Services Department.
Key Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
Why Join Us?
The City of Chesapeake offers a supportive work environment where you can grow professionally while serving your community. Be part of an innovative team working to redefine public health and human services.
Apply today to help build a healthier, stronger Chesapeake through the Mobile Integrated Healthcare Program.
The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits. Please browse our Benefits Brochure, for a full list of benefits and employee perks.
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Required Qualifications
VOCATIONAL/EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT: In order to be evaluated for vacancies in the Family Services Specialist job series, applicants shall possess the qualifications outlined in (1) OR (2) below:
1) A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in the human services field, including Social Work, Rehabilitation Counseling, Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Counseling Psychology, Counseling and Guidance, Counselor Education, Human Services, Sociology, Family and Child Development, Aging Studies, Gerontology, Criminal Justice with a minor in one of the above studies, or other related degrees determined by the Department of Human Resources based on the similarity of the curriculum and course content.
2) A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in any field accompanied by a minimum of two years of appropriate and related, full-time equivalent experience in a human services related area.
To be considered for promotion, persons currently employed in the Family Services Specialist job series by a local department prior to January 1, 1999, who do not meet the qualifications outlined in either (1) or (2) above, must possess four years of appropriate and related experience in a human services area and must have successfully completed all available competency-based training related to the promotional area.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT: In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards, this class requires a minimum of two years of appropriate and related, full-time equivalent experience.
SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES: Requires a valid driver’s license and a driving record that is in compliance with City Driving Standards.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: Emergency Duty (On-Call) participation is required to comply with mandated responsibilities as listed under Section 63.2-1503,B; Section 63.2-900; and 63.2-1604-63.2-1610, Code of Virginia. Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term departmental needs and/or City-wide emergencies.
Preferred Qualifications
Job Open Date 06/10/2025
Job Close Date 06/24/2025
Open Continuous
Special Instructions to Applicants
In accordance with City policy, this position is deemed safety-sensitive. As such, applicants for this position are subject to pre-employment drug/alcohol testing after receiving a conditional offer of employment and may also be subject to random testing. This drug test includes testing for marijuana. Possession of a medical marijuana card will not excuse an applicant from the testing process; however, a test will not be considered positive for marijuana if a valid medical marijuana certification is presented unless the position requires a commercial driver’s license (CDL) or is a sworn law-enforcement officer/deputy.
Overall Physical Strength Demands L=Light - Exerting up to 20 lbs. occasionally, 10 lbs. frequently, or negligible amounts constantly OR requires walking or standing to a significant degree.
Standing Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Sitting Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Walking Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Lifting Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Lifting Amount Exerting up to 20 to 50 lbs
Carrying Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Carrying Weight Exerting up to 20 to 50 lbs
Pushing/Pulling Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Pushing/Pulling Weight Exerting up to 20 to 50 lbs
Reaching Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Handling Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Fine Dexterity Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Kneeling Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Crouching Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Crawling Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Bending Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Twisting Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Climbing Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Balancing Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Vision Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Hearing Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Talking Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Foot Controls Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids Used
Computer, copier, fax, telephone, scanner, adding machine, calculator, printer, car and related equipment
Protective Equipment Required
None
Mechanical Hazards N = Never
Chemical Hazards N = Never
Electrical Hazards S = Seasonally
Fire Hazards S = Seasonally
Explosives S = Seasonally
Communicable Diseases S = Seasonally
Physical Danger or Abuse S = Seasonally
Other
If Other, Description
Dirt and Dust D = Daily
Extreme Temperatures D = Daily
Noise and Vibration D = Daily
Fumes and Odors D = Daily
Wetness/Humidity D = Daily
Darkness or Poor Lighting D = Daily
Primary Work Location Office Environment
Time Pressures Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Emergency Situations Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Frequent Change of Tasks Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Tedious or Exacting Work Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Noisy/Distracting Environment Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Other
If Other, Description
Can anyone assist the employee in performing the primary tasks assigned to this position? If yes, identify the eligible task(s)
No
Minimum Requests 0
Maximum Requests 4
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