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King William County advisory board hears of deep DSS staffing shortages, backlog and restored foster-care funding
Summary
County social-services leaders told the advisory board that a small team is processing hundreds of cases, Energy Share holds $4,535.69, and three foster children recently regained state funding after late assessments; members discussed hiring, telework and a draft letter to state officials.
King William County social-services staff told the county advisory board on March 7 that the department is struggling with severe staffing shortages, a growing backlog of cases and operational errors that have cost local funds, and that urgent operational fixes and outside assistance are needed.
The director (S1) told members that three children who had temporarily fallen out of state eligibility because required VMAT assessments were not timely reviewed are now back in compliance after those assessments were completed; "I am very committed to getting this place fixed," the director said. The director also reported an interlocal memorandum of understanding with neighboring Caroline County to provide supervision support and said interviews…
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