Family Services Social Worker
Definition of Responsibility
The Family Support Services Social Worker serves under the general direction of the Family Services Coordinator. This position requires a dedicated and skilled Family Services Social Worker to support families involved in family law matters. This position conducts needs assessments, identifies custody and access barriers, and provides professional recommendations to the Court. The Family Services Social Worker also plays a key role in service delivery at the Visitation Center of Baltimore County (VCBC), including client orientations, scheduling, and coordination of on-site services. This is a full-time, grant-funded position.
Essential Job Duties
- Assess family needs and identify obstacles to safe custody or access in family law cases.
- Conducts home assessments and background investigations, preparing accurate, comprehensive reports for the Court.
- Provides expert witness testimony as needed.
- Provides client orientations, scheduling assistance, and general support for families utilizing the Visitation Center.
- Collaborates with Court personnel, attorneys, and partner agencies to ensure effective and timely service delivery.
- Maintains detailed documentation, case files, and service records according to Court standards and guidelines.
Examples of Other Duties
Performs other assigned duties or tasks as required.