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Children's Home Society of WV, Inc.

Children's Home Society of WV is seeking a full-time Social Worker or Case Manager at our youth emergency shelter in Romney.Position Goal: To provide and procure treatment and concrete services to youth in the agency's emergency shelter program. These services are to ensure a successful transition to a permanent placement; preserve and strengthen families; and provide for the ongoing care, safety, and supervision of the youth the shelter serves.What you will be doing:<ul><li>Screen referrals and assess the appropriateness of the service for children and youth.</li><li>Assess client behaviors, strengths, needs, etc., apply crisis intervention skills, and instruct direct care staff in appropriate intervention and implementation of services.</li><li>Complete on schedule all assessments, treatment plans, and individual program plans with children and youth, plus all other required documentation, and ensure the appropriate implementation of each.</li><li>Set specific and attainable goals, which are relevant to children and youth. Communicate and document progress.</li><li>Provide individual supportive counseling sessions and complete documentation.</li><li>Provide meaningful observation of children, youth, and their families.</li><li>Ensure the timeliness, accuracy, and grammatical construction of all reports and correspondence.</li><li>Develop helping relationships with children and youth to facilitate learning and nurturing, and to develop hope and motivation.</li><li>Communicate effectively with and coordinate services with other providers for the best interest of the youth.</li><li>Schedule and manage visitation for youth and their families.</li><li>Advocate for children, youth, and their families.</li><li>Attend court hearings and be prepared to testify in the best interest of the youth.</li><li>Act as a key worker and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.</li><li>Transport youth, when needed.</li><li>Maintain regular contact with local agencies (WV DHHR, Mental Health, Board of Education, schools, etc.) to discuss treatment plans and behavioral assessments.</li><li>Be consistently available for consultation and support.</li><li>Provide direct services to children and youth.</li><li>Report all incidents of abuse and/or neglect.</li></ul>What you will bring to the table:<ul><li>Passion and determination.</li><li>Positive attitude and team-oriented spirit.</li><li>Willingness to pursue growth and learning.</li><li>Strong problem-solving skills and ability to multitask.</li><li>Ability to build and maintain professional helping relationships.</li><li>Desire to make a positive impact on the life of a child.</li></ul>What you will need:<ul><li>Minimum of a bachelor's degree in social work or a related human services field; social work license or eligibility preferred.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to work with children, youth, and families.</li><li>Valid driver&rsquo;s license and automobile insurance coverage.</li><li>Criminal Background Check and Child Abuse Registry Check.</li><li>Availability for periodic on-call support.</li><li>Ability to understand and support the values of family-centered services, which include: committing to family stability, development of skills in assessing risk to children to ensure safety, and working with children and families who may not want the service.</li><li>Willingness to comply with professional standards as specified by the NASW Code of Ethics.</li></ul>*Salary is based on level of education and professional experience.Children's Home Society of WV is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Job Type: Full-timePay: $30,280.00 - $38,060.00 per yearBenefits:<ul><li>403(b)</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Employee assistance program</li><li>Flexible schedule</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Life insurance</li><li>Mileage reimbursement</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Professional development assistance</li><li>Retirement plan</li><li>Tuition reimbursement</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Shelter Social Worker/Case Manager

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Shelter Social Worker/Case Manager