child protective services social worker

State of New Mexico

Posting Details
 
At the New Mexico Children, Youth and Families Department (CYFD), every role is an opportunity to make a lasting difference in the lives of children, youth, and families across our state. We are committed to building a compassionate, skilled, and dedicated workforce that works collaboratively to ensure safety, promote well-being, and strengthen families. Whether you are in the field supporting families face-to-face, working behind the scenes to improve systems, or helping to shape the agency from a leadership level, your work here has purpose and long-lasting impact. Join a team that values integrity, resilience, and service and be part of meaningful change for New Mexico's future.
 
This posting will be used for recruitment in the following areas of CYFD's Protective Services Division:
 
CPS Investigations
 CPS Permanency Coordinators
 Licensing and Support Workers
 
Protective Services has positions available with non-traditional hours, days and weekends. Please let the interview panel know if you are interested in non-traditional days and/or hours.
 
THIS POSTING MAY BE USED FOR ONGOING RECRUITMENT AND MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME. APPLICANTS LISTS MAY BE SCREENED MORE THAN ONCE.
 
<ul>
<li>APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED WITHOUT WORK EXPERIENCE OR A RESUME WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. IF ATTACHING A RESUME, RESUME MUST INCLUDE DATES OF EMPLOYMENT FOR EACH JOB (MONTH and YEAR) AND DETAILS OF WORK EXPERIENCE/JOB DUTIES*</li>
</ul>
Why does the job exist?
 
Child Protective Services Case Workers make decisions regarding the safety of a child or vulnerable adult, whether to forward referrals to local field offices for investigation or refer a family who has been in an abuse/neglect situation to supportive services. The Case Worker initiates CPS investigations and conducts case management of Child Protective Services investigations cases (family services and legal) consistent with policy and procedures so as to permit the attainment of federal standards and performance-based budget measures - assigned investigations per month or a combination of investigations and permanency cases which are of equal weight. The Case Worker assesses the safety of children alleged to be maltreated and ensures that the appropriate safety decision is made, and that services are provided to parents and children to mitigate identified safety threats. On a rotating basis, provides after-hours response to CPS emergencies. CPS Case Workers coordinate assessments, and permanency plans for children in the custody of the Children, Youth and Families Department (CYFD) to promote child safety, permanency, and well-being. The Case Worker completes licensing requirements on a timely basis and in accordance with CYFD guidelines to have an effective community relationship with clients and vendors. Make decisions regarding granting licensure to foster families, approving adoptive families, matching available children with approved families, and placing children accordingly.
 How does it get done?
 
The following describes what the duties for each service area:
 
Investigations:Responsibilities are as follows but not limited to: 
Initiate CPS investigations in accordance to assigned priority, assessing the safety of and risk to children of the family who are the subject of a CPS referral; on a rotating basis, provide after-hours response to CPS emergencies. Conduct investigations by completing the safety assessment tool, conducting interviews of involved parties, notifying family of investigation decision, disposition and rights to an administrative review. Provide quality practice in the completion of CPS investigations and continuous protective services in accordance with the Protective Services Division policies and procedures.
 
Permanency:Responsibilities are as follows but not limited to: 
Provide permanency planning services for children served by the agency to promote the safety and permanency of children by conducting ongoing assessments to determine child safety, permanency, and well-being. On a rotating basis, provide after-hours response to emergencies. For assigned cases, conduct ongoing case activities to collect information necessary to create appropriate plans to provide safety, timely permanency and enhanced well-being for children. Provide case management services for children served by the agency. Provide quality services to children served by the agency and assume limited administrative responsibility for unit and other duties as assigned to achieve agency mission by working with management to identify positive practice issues, areas needing improvement, and participating in local reviews.
 
Licensing and Support:Responsibilities are as follows but not limited to: 
The Licensing and Support worker assesses, and licenses foster homes in a manner that is consistent with Protective Services Division policies and procedures. They conduct ongoing case activities for maintenance and retention of licensed families that promotes family focused and child centered practice. They provide pre and post placement services to pre-adoptive families in accordance with Protective Services Division practice model.
 
All case workers will complete FACTS documentation on providers as per policy and procedure.
 Minimum Qualification
 
Bachelor's degree in social work, education, counseling, psychology, sociology, criminal justice or family studies from an accredited college/university. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling four (4) years may substitute for the required education and experience.
 Employment Requirements
 
Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License. Pre-employment background investigation is required and is conditional pending results.
 Working Conditions
 
Work is performed in an office setting: late hours, weekends, on-call and callback work may be required. Will be exposed to regular periods of video display terminal and keyboard usage and stressful situations. Travel may be required. Possible exposure to irate clientele. Incumbent will work under stress and frequent time constraints. Incumbent will be required to furnish a personal vehicle for carrying out assignments which may include transporting clients including children. Must have own mode of transportation.
 Supplemental Information
 
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Agency Contact Information: Yvonne Lucero, 505-660-1551 Email
 
For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.
 
Bargaining Unit Position
 
This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement and all terms/conditions of that agreement apply and must be adhered to.

CPS Case Worker (CYFD/PSD #8354)

State of New Hampshire

<div>State of New Hampshire Job Posting
Department of Health and Human Services
Division for Children, Youth, &amp; Families
Southern (Nashua) District Office 
CHILD PROTECTIVE SERVICE WORKER I-IV
Assessment &amp; Family Services
Child Protective Service Worker I- $22.50-$30.02
Child Protective Service Worker II $25.40- $34.14
Child Protective Service Worker III $28.74-$38.85
Child Protective Service Worker IV $31.33-$42.60 
 
 
*The certification level identified by the DHHS Human Resource Office is based upon the minimum qualifications. Upon consideration of the applicants relevant work experience, interview, and the Supplemental Job Description, the DCYF hiring manager will determine the level a candidate will be hired at.
*See total compensation information at the bottom of announcement. 
 
 
The State of New Hampshire, Department of Health and Human Services, Division for Children, Youth, and Families has a full-time vacancy for Child Protective Service Worker I-IV.
SUMMARY:
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After viewing, please complete the required Disclosure Statement to submit with your application.
ASSESSMENT DETAILED DESCRIPTION:
Performs entry-level protective services casework in investigating and assessing reports of alleged abuse/neglect of children under RSA 169-C for NH Division for Children, Youth and Families and provide for the safety of children and the welfare of families while promoting the prevention of child abuse and neglect. Upholds the vision and mission of the agency through utilizing the Practice Model theories, beliefs and principles in daily practice.
As the level moves from I to IV, the complexity of the casework becomes more challenging, however the scope remains the same.
FAMILY SERVICES DETAILED DESCRIPTION:
Performs entry level protective services casework to coordinate, manage and administer services for children and families including, maintaining children in the home safely, strengthening families for reunification, providing permanency for children in care and working closely with various community agencies while promoting the prevention of child abuse and neglect. Upholds the vision and mission of the agency through utilizing the Practice Model theories, beliefs and principles in daily practice.
As the level moves from I to IV, the complexity of the casework becomes more challenging, however the scope remains the same.
YOUR EXPERIENCE COUNTS: Each additional year of approved formal education may be substituted for one year of required work experience and/or each additional year of approved work experience may be substituted for one year of required formal education.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Experience:
CPSW I Equivalent combination of 2.5 years of education and experience after completion of high school. Education and experience must be in social work, professional case management, psychology, social psychology, sociology, human services, criminal justice, behavioral science, cultural anthropology, counseling, pastoral counseling, divinity, education, or a related field.
CPSW II Associate's degree and 2 years of experience OR equivalent combination of 4 years of education and experience after completion of high school. Education and experience must be in social work, professional case management, psychology, social psychology, sociology, human services, criminal justice, behavioral science, cultural anthropology, counseling, pastoral counseling, divinity, education, or a related field.
CPSW III Bachelor's degree and 1.5 years of experience OR equivalent combination of 5.5 years of education and experience after completion of high school. Education and experience must be in social work, professional case management, psychology, social psychology, sociology, human services, criminal justice, behavioral science, cultural anthropology, counseling, pastoral counseling, divinity, education, or related field.
CPSW IV Bachelor's degree and 3 years of experience OR equivalent combination of 7 years of education and experience after completion of high school. Education and experience must be in social work, professional case management, psychology, social psychology, sociology, human services, criminal justice, behavioral science, cultural anthropology, counseling, pastoral counseling, divinity, education, or related field
License/Certification : Valid driver&rsquo;s license or access to transportation
Other Requirements:
Must be available for non-traditional work hours to meet the needs of client families and children in their homes and other public locations.
Trainee Option: Not applicable
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience in human services or education field working with children and/or families.
AFTER-HIRE REQUIREMENTS: Must successfully complete the CPSW Academy within 12 months of hire
CAREER ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES:
In-Band Advancement Available: Yes No Criteria:
Broad Group Level Advancement Available: Yes No
Criteria: 21102002BGA01 (CPSW to Level 3)
For promotion from the 21-1020 Social Workers-2 job title to the 21-1020 Social Workers-3 job title, and use of the &ldquo;Child Protective Service Worker II&rdquo; working title, the eligibility requirements in Personnel Rule 303.08 Broad Group Level Advancement must be satisfied, as well as the following criteria:
Must have successfully completed the CPSW Academy
Must receive a satisfactory performance evaluation and be free of discipline, pursuant to Personnel Rule 1003.01, for one (1) year immediately prior to promotion
Must receive a performance-based recommendation from the Supervisor and approval from the CPS Field Administrator
21102003BGA02 (CPSW to Level 4)
For promotion from the 21-1020 Social Workers-3 job title to the 21-1020 Social Workers-4 job title, and use of the &ldquo;Child Protective Service Worker III&rdquo; working title, the eligibility requirements in Personnel Rule 303.08 Broad Group Level Advancement must be satisfied, as well as the following criteria:
Must have successfully completed the CPSW Academy
Must receive a satisfactory performance evaluation and be free of discipline, pursuant to Personnel Rule 1003.01, for one (1) year immediately prior to promotion
Must receive a performance-based recommendation from the Supervisor and approval from the CPS Field Administrator
21102004BGA02 (CPSW to Level 5)
For promotion from the 21-1020 Social Workers-4 job title to the 21-1020 Social Workers-5 job title, and use of the &ldquo;Child Protective Service Worker IV&rdquo; working title, the eligibility requirements in Personnel Rule 303.08 Broad Group Level Advancement must be satisfied, as well as the following criteria:
Must have successfully completed the CPSW Academy and the formal mentoring program
Must receive a satisfactory performance evaluation and be free of discipline, pursuant to Personnel Rule 1003.01, for one (1) year immediately prior to promotion
Must be up to date with all case records
Must receive a performance-based recommendation from the Supervisor and approval from the CPS Field Administrator
DISCLAIMERS:
The supplemental job description lists the essential functions of the position and is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to the position. An employee may be required to perform other related duties not listed on the supplemental job description provided that such duties are characteristic of that job title.
When applicable, the work of an employee in trainee status in this position shall be overseen by a fully qualified individual. An employee in trainee status shall meet the minimum qualifications within the period of time specified on the SJD, not to exceed one year of being hired into this position.
Responsibilities:
ASSESSMENT I-IV DETAILED TASKS (AGENCY/POSITION-SPECIFIC):
I-IV - Establishes and develops relationships with children and their families to assess and secure immediate safety of the child and prevent further abuse/neglect.
I-IV - Conducts basic interviews of the victim and perpetrator in the report within prescribed time frames according to the risk to the child and validity of the report. Evaluates the risk to the child to remain in the home and recommends course of action. Level I, basic interviews with supervisory direction. Level II, may conduct forensic interviews with supervisory direction. Level III, conducts forensic interviews with minimal supervisory direction. Level IV, conducts forensic interviews and demonstrates advanced skills in professional interviewing techniques.
I-IV - Works collaboratively with community agencies including law enforcement, school and medical personnel as it relates to the investigation, provision of services and in accordance with the current AG protocols.
I-IV - Makes reasonable efforts to maintain the child in the family by preparing a safety plan with the family to remedy the abusive/neglectful situation.
I-IV - Arranges for in-home services to families when it is determined the abuse or neglect allegations are founded and the child can remain safely in the home with agreement by the family that they will cooperate with a case plan. Documents evidence to substantiate reports of child abuse and neglect in order to support the court petition.
I-IV - Locates suitable alternative placement to meet specific child/children&rsquo;s needs and in conjunction with policy and practice guidelines and prepares the child and family for the child/children&rsquo;s placement. Facilitates placement and coordinates visitations with the family and transports children and client families to necessary appointments.
I-IV - Develops a case record and completes all required documentation which includes the safety plan, court reports and all necessary Bridges documentation of case related activities. Level I, works under the direction of and review by the supervisor. II, has supervisory oversight, III has minimal review by the supervisor and IV is independent of the supervisor.
I-III &ndash; Works under direct and close supervisor and receives regularly scheduled weekly supervision. Level II, May serve as a mentor for newly hired staff or supervise an intern. Level III, May serve as a mentor for newly hired staff or supervise a student intern. May provide supervision to other staff at the request of the supervisor.
IV - Demonstrates independent decision-making ability and in the absence of the supervisor may assume responsibility for administration of daily business operations. Also demonstrates and can articulate leadership skills and ability and is a positive influence to other employees. Receives regularly scheduled supervision at a minimum of every two weeks. Serves as a mentor and may supervise interns. Exercises authority over subordinate staff and provides supervision at the request of the supervisor
I-IV - Completes training requirements according to policy including individual training plan and 30 hours of in-service training annually after completion of Child Protective Service Worker (CPSW) Academy.
I-IV - May provide outside education and information sessions with various agencies in the community in collaboration with the DCYF Speakers Bureau.
FAMILY SERVICES I-IV DETAILED TASKS (AGENCY/POSITION-SPECIFIC):
I-IV - Possesses basic knowledge of the principles of case management in order to manage a caseload, prepares and develops Solution Based case plans in conjunction with the family to ensure that objectives and tasks are being achieved, that court orders are being complied with, when applicable, in accordance with State and Federal Statute. Level II possesses fundamental knowledge. Level III possesses advanced knowledge. Level IV possesses advanced knowledge and manages an increasingly complex caseload.
I-IV - Establishes and develops relationships with children and their families in home; arranges and provides services to prevent further abuse/neglect and to enable the child to remain safely in his/her home and maintains contact according to policy. Levels I&amp;II are under the direction of the supervisor.
I-IV - Establishes and maintains relationships with children in placement and their families and arranges and provides services to enable children to return home, and makes other alternative permanent plans if appropriate under the direction of the supervisor. Maintains contact with these children and families according to policy including transporting children and families as necessary. As the Level increases there is less supervisory oversight.
I-IV - Develops, recommends, implements, monitors, and evaluates family treatment and case plans in collaboration with other community stakeholders. Also responds to crisis situations in regards to a variety of case management situations, under the guidance and direction of the supervisor. Level III, requires maintaining control in intense and controversial situations and able to independently prioritize work demands under minimal direction of the supervisor. Level IV requires that they also independently prioritize work demands.
I-IV - Completes all required documentation, including case plans, court reports and all necessary Bridges documentation of case related activities.
I-IV - Facilitates effective and timely permanency through concurrent planning that supports children, families and caregivers, and assures that connections are maintained and that children do not leave care without a viable permanent connection.
I-IV - Ensures that children and youth in placement obtain the preparation, resources and positive youth development they need to establish connections with caring adults and become healthy, self sufficient and successful adults.
I-III &ndash; Works under direct and close supervisor and receives regularly scheduled weekly supervision. Level II, May serve as a mentor for newly hired staff or supervise an intern. Level III, May serve as a mentor for newly hired staff or supervise a student intern. May provide supervision to other staff at the request of the supervisor.
IV - Demonstrates independent decision-making ability and in the absence of the supervisor. may assume responsibility for administration of daily business operations. Also demonstrates and can articulate leadership skills and ability and is a positive influence to other employees. Receives regularly scheduled supervision at a minimum of every two weeks. May also serve as a mentor or supervise an intern. May provide supervision to other staff at the request of the supervisor.
I-IV - Completes training requirements according to policy including individual training plan and 30 hours of in-service training annually after completion of Child Protective Service Worker (CPSW) Academy.
III-IV - May provide outside education and information sessions with various agencies in the community in collaboration with the DCYF Speakers Bureau.
For further information please contact Stacey Bellemore, Supervisor VI, STACEY.M.BELLEMORE@DHHS.NH.GOV , 603-579-9425. 
 
*TOTAL COMPENSATION INFORMATION
The State of NH total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits, including:
HMO or POS Medical and Prescription Drug Benefits:
The actual value of State-paid health benefits and the amount of employee health benefit contributions may vary depending on the type of plan selected and the bargaining unit with which a position is associated.
See this link for details on State-paid health benefits:
https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/benefits.aspx
Value of State's share of Employee's Retirement: 12.87% of pay
Other Benefits:
<ul><li>Dental Plan at minimal cost for employees and their families ($500-$1800 value)
</li></ul><ul><li>Flexible Spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
</li></ul><ul><li>State defined benefit retirement plan and Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan
</li></ul><ul><li>Work/life balance flexible schedules, paid holidays and generous leave plan
</li></ul><ul><li>$50,000 state-paid life insurance plus additional low-cost group life insurance
</li></ul><ul><li>Incentive-based Wellness Program (ability to earn up to $500)
</li></ul>Total Compensation Statement Worksheet:
https://www.das.nh.gov/jobsearch/compensation-calculator.aspx
Want the specifics? Explore the Benefits of State Employment on our website:
https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/documents/BenefitBrochure.pdf
https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/index.aspx
EOE
TDD Access: Relay NH 1-800-735-2964</div>

CHILD PROTECTIVE SERVICE WORKER I-IV

State of Nevada

<div></div><div><div><div>***THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE DEPENDING ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED. APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE***
</div>
</div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">Job Summary</h2></div>
<div>DIVISION OF CHILD AND FAMILY SERVICES is recruiting for a Social Worker 1 underfilling a Social Worker 3 position in the Carson City Child Welfare office. Position works independently to provide child welfare services to children and families to include but not limited to: Assess/ manage for on-going safety threats throughout the life of the case; deliver strength-based family centered case management permanency services to families that promote the safety and well-being and permanency of children. Ensure children have their medical, mental health and educational needs met. Ensure Case Plans are developed and reviewed in accordance w/ policy and practice guidelines; documentation of assessments, CFT&rsquo;s, monthly caseworker visits, court reports, social summaries, diligent search efforts, TPR packets and other pertinent paperwork. A current Nevada Social Work license is a requirement for employment. Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. 
 
Social Workers are licensed professionals who provide case management services to children, families, vulnerable adults with intellectual, developmental, physical disabilities, serious mental illness, and older adults (collectively referred to as &ldquo;vulnerable adults&rdquo;) and other individuals within local communities and institutions. Case management is defined as the process by which an individual's needs are identified and the social, habilitative, and medical services designed to meet those needs are located, coordinated, and monitored. Positions in this series may specialize in one service area, or may work in several areas as a generalist, depending upon the needs of the community and the mission of the agency to which it is assigned.</div>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">Essential Qualifications</h2></div>
<div>Licensure or provisional licensure as a Social Worker, Clinical Social Worker, Independent Social Worker, or Associate in Social Work.</div>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">Job Duties</h2></div>
<div>Assess and reassess client levels of functioning by interviewing clients, family members and other community contacts; utilize tests, inventories, and other assessment tools; review medical, legal and law enforcement reports; and evaluate client resources for the purpose of identifying the level of assistance needed and services appropriate to meet client emotional, social, financial and health needs. 
 
Develop and implement a case plan that presents intervention strategies to meet client needs including alternative placement, job training, socialization, nursing services, legal and medical intervention, and financial assistance according to federal and State regulatory guidelines and budget limitations. 
 
Locate and coordinate a network of services and resources provided by other State agencies, community organizations and private service providers in areas such as mental health, substance abuse, rehabilitation, developmental, homemaking, financial assistance, and employment programs pertinent to assessing client needs and case plan goals. 
 
Provide ongoing case management services by conducting home visits, monitoring delivery of services and quality of care, and reassessing client needs; track client progress and well-being, evaluate case plan effectiveness, and effectively manage resources; assist clients in identifying strengths and barriers and developing problem- solving and coping abilities; collaborate and coordinate case reviews with families, friends, attorneys and multiple agencies including social and community services and law enforcement to ensure case continuity and prevent conflicting case plans and duplication of services. 
 
May organize multidisciplinary team (MDT) meetings to assist in strategic assessment and planning of protective services, issues regarding the delivery of service, programs, or individual plans for preventing, identifying, remedying, or treating abuse, neglect, exploitation, isolation, or abandonment of children or vulnerable adults; MDT teams may include representatives of other organizations concerned with education, law enforcement, or physical and/or mental health. 
 
Document case activities; maintain written case histories to include client status, progress and assessment results; complete necessary forms and prepare relevant correspondence and case reports according to applicable policies, procedures, laws and regulations. 
 
Provide crisis intervention in the office or community setting to include responding to emergency calls; report instances of neglect or abuse to the appropriate authorities; utilize appropriate controls for individuals who may be aggressive, combative, or hostile by following established protocols and policies. May provide technical assistance, training, guidance and/or serve as lead workers to other new or experienced Social Workers; may train, supervise, and evaluate the performance of non-professional staff such as Family Support Workers and Administrative Assistants. 
 
Perform related duties as assigned. 
 
Under close supervision, incumbents at this level function in a trainee capacity, learning to determine social service needs of clients, develop appropriate solutions and case plans, and provide ongoing case management services. This is the trainee level in the series and progression to the next level in the series may occur upon meeting minimum qualifications, satisfactory performance, and with the recommendation of the appointing authority.</div>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities</h2></div>
<div>General knowledge of: social problems which call for the use of public and private community resources; philosophy of social work; social work ethics; dynamics of human behavior including interpersonal relationships and social interaction; confidentiality laws; client rights; case management practices; signs of substance abuse, mental illness and domestic violence. 
 
Ability to: understand and accept the differences in human behavior caused by deprivation, abuse and neglect; effectively interact with persons from a variety of economic, cultural, social and educational backgrounds; work objectively with individuals who may be hostile, uncooperative and verbally abusive; recognize signs of abuse, neglect, and/or exploitation and report it to the proper authorities; communicate effectively both verbally and in writing; compose grammatically correct correspondence and reports; read and understand technical and legal documents; read and interpret program regulations and policies; add, subtract, multiply and divide whole numbers, decimals and fractions; assemble, analyze and report data; organize and prioritize work; participate as a team member; work independently and follow through on assignments with minimal direction; transport clients to identified services as required; operate a computer sufficient to enter, store and retrieve data. 
 
Recruiter Contact Information: Victoria Sheehan - Torisheehan@admin.nv.gov</div> 
</div><div><div>The State of Nevada is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building diverse, inclusive, and innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages.
Please send direct Inquiries or correspondence to the recruiter listed on this announcement.</div></div></div>

SOCIAL WORKER 1 - UNDERFILL

Seattle Public Schools

<div>JOB A school social worker is a professional in the fields of social work and education who holds a valid school social worker certification as defined by the professional educator standards board. The purpose and role of the school social worker is to provide an integral link between school, home, and community in helping students achieve academic and social success. This is accomplished by removing barriers and providing services that include: Mental health and academic counseling, support for students and parents, crisis prevention and intervention, professional case management, collaboration with other professionals, organizations, and community agencies, and advocacy for students and parents. School social workers work directly with school administrators as well as students and families, at various levels and as part of an interdisciplinary team in the educational system, including at the building, district, and state level. School social workers provide leadership and professional expertise regarding the formation of school discipline policies and procedures, and through school-based mental health services, crisis management, the implementation of social-emotional learning, and other support services that impact student academic and social-emotional success. School social workers also facilitate community involvement in the schools while advocating for student success. (RCW 28A.410.044) EXAMPLE OF DUTIES 25%Developing an integral link between school, home, and community to remove academic, social, and/or mental health barriers for students 
Serves as the liaison between school, home, and community. Identifies strengths and needs of student, family, school, and community, and provides appropriate referrals and/or resources. Builds on strengths and increases skills and capacity for resilience. Removes systemic and social justice barriers for students and families. May provide home and community visits to better meet needs of students and families. 
25% 
Providing mental health and academic supportProvide direct mental health and social emotional services in the form of short-term individual or group counseling to ensure skill development and long-term academic and emotional success. Identify, link and leverage other community resources and systems that can provide families with additional services and support. Collaborates with other professionals and community organizations to bring relevant mental health supports to the academic setting. 
10% 
Professional case management for students and families 
Advocate and develop systems that better meet the needs of students and families. Partner to evaluate and discuss options to meet needs and goals, and implement action plans. Provide ongoing support and coordination, including wraparound services and collaboration with community agencies. 
10%<div> 
Collaboration with other educational professionals and development of school-based interdisciplinary teams</div>
Develop and coordinate effective building systems, in partnership with administrators, that remove barriers caused by oppressive and negative societal factors. Provide innovative leadership and expertise on school-based mental health needs and systems that impact student academic and social-emotional success. Provide systems coordination in collaboration with school-based personnel to provide a continuum of services and supports strongly based in the social justice perspective. 
10% 
Collaboration with organizations and community agencies to provide wrap around support 
Leverage expertise of interdisciplinary school team members, community stakeholders, and guardians/families, in order to maximize and mobilize resources. Challenge barriers of systematic inequities and work within the system to eliminate discriminatory or oppressive practices. Utilize evidence-based, data-driven interventions for tiered responses to promote strength-based cultural wellness of the thriving whole child. 
10% 
Implementation of social emotional learning 
Provides leadership and professional expertise on planning and implementing school-wide comprehensive social emotional learning, including training and supporting staff, and facilitating small group and individual skill-building in a Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS). 
5%<div> 
Crisis prevention and intervention</div><div>
Identify, assess, and respond to student and school community needs with immediate supports for physical and psychological safety. This may include suicidal and homicidal assessment and intervention and postvention. Carry out the building&rsquo;s Crisis Response Plan as well and implementation of preventative systems utilizing a race and equity lens.</div>
5%<div> 
Leadership and guidance in the formation of discipline and behavioral procedures</div><div>
Provide consultation, development, and equitable implementation of school-wide Positive Behavior Intervention and Supports (PBIS), Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS), and Restorative Justice practices. Utilize data to identify disciplinary practices that perpetuate discriminatory practices and recommends alternative, proactive supports to increase student life-long emotional and academic success.</div> 
REPORTING RELATIONSHIPSReports to the assigned Building Administrator or designee. 
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:Knowledge of:<ul><li>
Implicit bias, culturally responsive teaching, anti-racist practices and racial equity literacy</li><li>
Trauma-informed practices</li><li>
Social Work Code of Ethics: Service, Social Justice, Dignity and Worth of the Person, Importance of Human Relationships, Integrity and Competence</li><li>
Social Work theory and practice.</li><li>
Whole child social, emotional and behavioral support at Tier 1, Tier 2 &amp; Tier 3</li><li>
Child development and learning styles</li><li>
Child, youth and adult mental health
</li><li>Crisis intervention and prevention</li><li>
Group facilitation for children and adults</li><li>
Community resources and resource mapping</li><li>
Racial equity work and culturally responsive instruction, including evidence of impact</li><li>
State content standards and district curricular materials</li><li>
District policies &amp; state and federal laws related to confidentiality, school records, mandated reporting, family law, truancy, homeless, foster youth, and disabilities and regulations governing Special Education</li><li>
Evaluation Framework and Rubric for Social Workers (based on Danielson&rsquo;s Framework)</li><li>
Systems: child protective services, juvenile justice, foster care, community mental health, hospital, special education, and WA Dept. of social and health services (DSHS)</li></ul>
 Ability to:<ul><li>
Identify advocacy needs within the school community and take initiative in action with an equity and social justice lens.</li><li>
Model and facilitate adult learning, including leading professional development.</li><li>
Maintain accurate records and produce reports. Analyze and interpret data to assess needs, implement change, and inform plan of intervention, supports and resources.</li><li>
Reflective of one&rsquo;s practice and learning needs.</li><li>
Communicate effectively orally and in writing: listen non-judgmentally and clearly convey information for advocacy and resource mapping.</li><li>
Prioritize in a fast-paced environment with multiple demands.</li><li>
Establish and maintain effective, positive relationships with students, parents/guardians, district administrators and staff, community agency representatives, and the public in a multicultural and diverse environment.</li><li>
Adapt to change and remain flexible.</li><li>
Apply and use effectively a variety of evidence-based practices.</li><li>
Work cooperatively in a team and with staff, administrators and support personnel with a whole-child approach.</li><li>
Maintain high ethical standards.</li><li>
Provide direct mental health counseling and facilitate social emotional learning through individual, group and whole classroom settings.</li></ul> 
Skill in:<ul><li>
Skills in developing collaborative working relationships.</li><li>
Clear and effective oral and written communication skills.</li><li>
Organization and time management skills.</li><li>
Conflict resolution and crisis intervention skills.</li><li>
Strong assessment, analytical and diagnostic skills.</li><li>
Safety planning for harm to self and others.</li><li>
Proficient with Microsoft and other basic technology programs.</li><li>
Application of anti-racist and racial equity practices.</li><li>
Deliver services using an equity and inclusion lens.</li></ul> 

WORKING CONDITIONSRequired to communicate with and establish relationships with students with a wide range of educational, emotional and socio-economic issues; required to work collaboratively with teachers, staff, administrators, parents and community agencies to support student success; required to remain flexible to meet students immediate needs; required to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and prioritize; may experience frequent interruptions; may occasionally deal with distraught or difficult students or adults; potentially exposed to ordinary infectious diseases carried by students.</div>

Madrona Elementary - Social Worker - 1.0 FTE

Sarahs Inn

<div>Sarah&rsquo;s Inn is a community-based non-profit organization whose mission is to improve the lives of those affected by domestic violence and to break the cycle of violence for future generations. Our services and initiatives focus on ending relationship violence through domestic violence crisis intervention, community education, and violence prevention programs for youth. 
Job Title: Community Advocate: DV Co-Located Advocate

Department: Intervention/Community Advocacy 
Reports To: Community Advocacy Program Supervisor
 FLSA status: Exempt/Full-time 
 
 
 
Position Summary:

The goal of the Domestic Violence Co-Location Program (DVCLP) is to enhance the effectiveness of the child welfare interventions into the lives of families experiencing domestic violence. The Community Advocate for the DVCLP is responsible for providing support to both child welfare professionals working with families experiencing domestic violence and to all members of the family experiencing domestic violence and child welfare interventions. This position partners with DCFS to specifically target the shared goals of the domestic violence community and DCFS to end violence in Illinois families, reduce risk, enhance the safety of adult and child survivors, foster offender accountability, support parental strengths and protective capacities, and improve outcomes for children and families experiencing domestic violence in the child welfare system that promote safety, stability, wellbeing and healing. The Community Advocate will aim to improve communication and coordination among child welfare and other community-based services and systems. The Community Advocate reports to the Community Advocacy Program Supervisor, will work closely with the Associate Director on the DVCLP, and will work collaboratively with our Intervention team. 
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Other duties may be assigned. 


Provide consultation to child welfare professionals.

The purpose of the consultation is to help build the capacity of child welfare professionals to adequately understand and interpret the dynamics and impact of the domestic violence on the family, and to craft effective interventions that enhance the safety, stability, wellbeing and healing of all members of the family.
<ul>
<li>Provide expert guidance, advice, professional opinions, and strategies related to domestic violence based upon the information gathered at the point of the intervention to child welfare workers</li>
<li>Provide guidance on questions for the child welfare worker to ask and information to gather.</li>
<li>Identify each parent/adult as either the adult survivor or parent using violence and coercive control (PUVCC)</li>
<li>Provide expertise in identifying the following: (1) the perpetrator&rsquo;s pattern of coercive control and battering tactics, and power and control, (2) the dynamics of domestic violence present in the particular home, and (3) the immediate and future safety risks to the adult and child survivors.</li>
<li>Identify the potential options for safety strategies..</li>
<li>Identify the adult survivor&rsquo;s strengths and protective efforts, and collaboratively build interventions that enhance these strengths and foster protective factors</li>
<li>Identify precautionary measures that the adult survivor took.</li>
<li>Analyze the impact of the perpetrator&rsquo;s violence on the children and risk of harm.</li>
<li>Determine high risk indicators for intimate partner homicide.</li>
<li>Provide coverage on the 24-hour crisis line during business hours (will be assigned shifts) and assistance with on-call (see below).</li></ul> 
Support DCFS involved Families and Provide Data for the DVCLP

The purpose of direct contact with families is to assist and support the family during the child welfare intervention, and to gather and interpret information that forms the basis for the effective intervention governed by an Informed Consent process.
<ul>
<li>The DVLCA will engage with all members of the families to provide information about child welfare, support and education on domestic violence, domestic violence safety planning, crisis intervention, advocacy, expedited access to domestic violence services, and referral to other community or social services.</li>
<li>Direct contact with families may occur in the survivor&rsquo;s home in accordance with the Home Visiting Policy, shelter, DCFS Office, Child and Family Team Meeting, partner Domestic Violence Agency, or other safe location.</li>
<li>Update and maintain database for project and provide reports as needed.</li>
<li>Ensure appropriate releases are signed in order to communicate with partner organizations, including DCFS.</li>
<li>The DVLCA will have a case load of 2-4 clients in which they provide advocacy services and emotional support.</li></ul> 


Educate child welfare professionals about domestic violence and Sarah&rsquo;s Inn services.

The purpose of trainings/education is to increase cross-system understanding of child welfare and domestic violence by specifically focusing on identified topics that enhance the ability of child welfare professionals to meet the complex needs of families experiencing domestic violence and to ensure that the domestic violence community, in turn understands the experiences of families in the child welfare system.
<ul>
<li>In collaboration with Sarah&rsquo;s Inn&rsquo;s Training &amp; Education Program, provide training to child welfare staff partner domestic violence staff, judges and community partners/stakeholders.</li>
<li>In collaboration with Sarah&rsquo;s Inn&rsquo;s Training &amp; Education Program, coordinate and train on topics, including but not limited to, dynamics and impact of domestic violence, unique needs of adult victims and children, partnering with domestic violence survivors to achieve child safety, safety planning strategies, perpetrator engagement and accountability, the impact of perpetrators&rsquo; violence on children and DV/child welfare best practice.</li>
<li>In coordination with the Domestic Violence Co-location Project partners, develop opportunities for co-trainings between agency and DCFS.</li>
<li>Participate in DCFS training opportunities.</li></ul> 


Provide comprehensive and quality services to victims of domestic violence and their families (includes children and teen witnesses) directly served by Sarah&rsquo;s Inn.
<ul><li>Provide direct DV services to survivors who contact Sarah&rsquo;s Inn directly. Any persons referred by the DVCLP should be assigned to a different staff member.</li>
<li>Provide on-going counseling and emotional support to victims of domestic violence and their families through in-person individual sessions and group sessions.</li>
<li>Provide crisis intervention, general and legal advocacy, referral, domestic violence education, safety planning, and emotional support for victims of domestic violence and their families over the phone or in-person.</li>
<li>Advocate on behalf of victims of domestic violence and their families within various systems to include social service, housing, economic, legal, health care and education.</li>
<li>Ensure professional relationships with clients to create an atmosphere of empathy, safety and support.</li>
<li>Maintain accurate and current information regarding issues and policies impacting clients and their families.</li>
<li>Design, plan and facilitate support and education groups if applicable.</li>
<li>Update and enhance knowledge of community resources and materials relevant to the clients we serve.</li>
<li>Coordinate responsibilities with team members to ensure client needs are met.</li>
<li>Update client files in a timely and accurate manner.</li>
<li>Update client case notes and service codes in a timely and accurate manner.</li>
<li>Achieve productivity expectations pertaining to service hours.</li>
<li>Maintain knowledge of internal organizational guidelines and protocols.</li>
<li>Work effectively with Intervention interns and volunteers.</li>
<li>Provide coverage on the 24-hour crisis line during business hours (will be assigned shifts) and assistance with on-call (see below).</li></ul> 


Actively participate in Community Collaborations and Education
The purpose of involving the DVCLA in community collaborations is to include the child welfare voice at community tables involving domestic violence and to coordinate a cross-sector team that collaborates to meet the needs of child welfare involved families.
<ul>
<li>Engage in current stakeholder initiatives and/or create new community stakeholder teams as necessary.</li>
</ul><ul><li>Provide community education presentations and professional trainings.</li>
<li>Participate in community awareness events.</li>
<li>Provide internal training to staff, volunteers, and interns.</li></ul> 


Participate in the on-call rotation for crisis line in order to support crisis line volunteers and clients (if exempt/full-time).
<ul>
<li>Provide back-up support using the on-call phone for the crisis line off hours (evenings, nights, and weekends) for a week-long shift. Position could have up to 4 week-long shifts a year.</li>
<li>Ensure support of volunteers who are on the line. Providing coverage if needed, answering questions, providing guidance, and taking over when clients are in need of support only staff can approve (hotel stays, transportation, food, etc.).</li>
<li>Texting shift reminders to the volunteers who are scheduled.</li>
<li>When on-call, responsible for responding to text line requests. The text line is directly linked to the on-call phone.</li>
<li>Provide prompt feedback about concerns or successes during the on-call shift to the Volunteer and In-Kind Coordinator.</li>
<li>Responsible for understanding and implementing the on-call and financial assistance procedures including awareness of technology used and troubleshooting as needed.</li></ul> 


Supervisory Responsibilities:
<ul><li>This job has no supervisory responsibilities.</li></ul> 


Locations and Schedule:

Your time will be spent supporting the following DCFS locations (in-person and remote):

8300 S. Emerald, Chicago, IL

1340 S. Damen, Chicago, IL

4415 Harrison, Hillside, IL 


Our office is located at 1547 Circle Ave, Forest Park, IL. 


Overall, this position is Monday through Friday during normal business hours, however there will be exceptions requiring evening and weekend hours (i.e. for Client or Sarah&rsquo;s Inn Events, outreach events, on-call duties, and if clients are experiencing an emergency). 
Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 
Education and/or Experience:
<ul><li>BA degree and/or equivalent experience required.</li>
</ul><ul><li>One year or more experience providing direct service advocacy on behalf of victims of domestic violence and their families preferred.</li>
<li>One year or more experience providing counseling, advocacy, and/or case management services to families (volunteer and internship experiences included) preferred.</li>
<li>One year or more experience working with or within the child welfare system preferred.</li>
<li>One year or more experience in coordination of services and development of community partnerships preferred.</li>
<li>Completion of an Illinois Certified 40-Hour Domestic Violence Training preferred or required to complete within two months of employment.</li></ul> 


Knowledge and Skills:
<ul>
<li>Excellent oral and written communication skills.</li>
<li>Excellent organizational skills.</li>
<li>Fluency in Spanish, oral and written, required.</li>
<li>Demonstrated computer experience.</li>
<li>Knowledge of victims&rsquo;, children and youth issues specifically related to domestic violence preferred.</li>
<li>Demonstrated ability to prioritize and handle a variety of tasks, and meet established deadlines.</li>
<li>Ability to develop and maintain positive relationships with a wide variety of people, including but not limited to board members, staff, volunteers, interns, government officials, community partners, organizational donors and media.</li>
<li>Commitment to and experience in working with people from diverse cultural, ethnic, socioeconomic backgrounds.</li>
<li>Ability to work some evening and weekend hours.</li>
<li>Valid driver&rsquo;s license, access to a reliable car with current insurance.</li></ul> 


Success Factors/Job Competencies:
<ul><li>Integrity&amp; Ethics &ndash; models SAI Vision, Mission &amp; Values</li>
<li>Customer Focus &ndash; demonstrates commitment to customer</li>
</ul><ul><li>Collaboration &amp; Teamwork &ndash; embraces an inclusive workplace</li>
<li>Quality &ndash; produces quality work product</li>
<li>Innovation/Continuous Improvement &ndash; finds new and better ways of doing things</li>
<li>Job Knowledge &ndash; demonstrates a clear understanding of and executes roles and responsibilities</li>
<li>Time Management/Productivity &ndash; manages time and resources effectively</li>
<li>Problem Solving/Decision Making &ndash; demonstrates proper judgment, problem solving and decision making</li>
<li>Independence/Initiative &ndash; works with little or no supervision and seeks out new work</li>
<li>Communication &ndash; effectively communicates</li></ul> 


Physical demands and work environment:

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 Physical demands: While performing duties of job, incumbent is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision and distance vision. 
Performance Standards:
<ul><li>Annual performance evaluation</li>
<li>Attainment of annual goals established between supervisor and incumbent</li></ul></div>

Community Advocate- DV Co-Located (Bilingual)

The Salvation Army

<div>Location: The Salvation Army Greenville, SC Area Command - Greenville, SC
Position Type: Hourly
Pay Range: $25.00
About this opportunity:
This position assists in planning, directing, coordinating, and monitoring the day-to-day operations of a Social Service Program and facility such as Transitional Living, Homeless Services, Child Care Services, Emergency Services, Crisis Intervention Services. Serves as lead worker to program staff; instructs and trains staff in the proper methods and procedures in performing work to ensure work is in compliance with established policies and procedures as well as local, state, and federal regulations. Serves as liaison to other community agencies and assists in making/receiving client referrals. Relieves the Director of Social Services of administrative detail and assumes additional responsibilities in the absence of the Director of Social Services.
Key responsibilities:
<ul><li>Assists in planning, coordinating, instructing, supervising, monitoring, and evaluating the day-to-day activities of the program including housing, facility maintenance, meal preparation, life skill classes, transportation, financial assistance, food/clothing assistance, employment assistance educational and vocational assistance; ensures that operations run smoothly and in compliance with established procedures.
</li><li>Supervises assigned staff; instructs and trains employees in the proper methods and procedures for conducting work; monitors work in process and upon completion for compliance with established program policies and procedures.
</li><li>Maintain and provide leadership to HMIS system management which includes managing all HMIS databases and provides training to support staff.
</li><li>Supervise proper record keeping of statistics and reports in relation to job scope and within structures reporting schedules to ensure accuracy and stability.
</li><li>Ensure proper record keeping of all program client files within guidelines of Salvation Army standards as well as mandates of funders.
</li><li>Coordinates and monitors the maintenance of program facilities; ensures that all buildings are property cleaned, maintained, and secured; coordinates needed repairs in a timely manner.
</li><li>Plans, coordinates, and/or facilities life management classes to assist clients in obtaining skills that will enable them to functionally cope with their environment; obtains speakers and workshop presenters as needed.
</li><li>Interviews prospective clients for admission to the program; determents applicants&rsquo; eligibility to receive services; explains program rules and procedures.
</li><li>Counsel clients and develop an action plan designed to lead clients to self-sufficiency and independent living; maintain case management records on each family; monitors residents&rsquo; progress in weekly meetings and classes.
</li><li>Reads, reviews, and investigates incident reports and evaluates those situations for disposition (including disciplinary action).
</li><li>Serves as liaison to other community agencies; receives, reviews and processes discharge information on clients coming from local and mental health facilities; coordinates with adult and child protective services regarding abuse and neglected clients; communicates with Parole/Probation Officers and mental health case workers regarding clients enrolled in the program/facility.
</li><li>Reviews and approves of requests for transportation, clothing, and prescription vouchers.
</li><li>Prepares statistical and other routine reports on a regular basis.
</li><li>Develops, implements, and enforces program policies and procedures; prepares and updates procedure manual.
</li><li>Builds and maintains effective working relationships with community agencies in order to maintain awareness of resources and make appropriate referrals.
</li></ul>What are we looking for in you:
<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree from an accredited college or university in Social Work or related field; Master&rsquo;s Degree in social work preferred and
</li><li>Three years of progressively responsible supervisory and program management experience; five years preferred or
</li><li>Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
</li><li>Ability to meet attendance requirements.
</li><li>Ability to read, write, and communicate the English language.
</li><li>Ability to perform mathematical computations.
</li></ul>Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
Duties are usually seated. Sitting may be relieved by brief or occasional periods of standing or walking.
Limited amount of physical effort associated with walking, standing, lifting, and carrying light objects (less than 25lbs.) 5-10% of work time.
Position requires indoor office, residential and community involvement environments. Work is usually performed in a normal office environment where there are little or no physical discomforts associated with changes in weather of discomforts associated with noise, dust, dirt, and the like, except for driving conditions.
Employee Benefits:
<ul><li>Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
</li><li>Holiday and Paid Time Off
</li><li>Retirement Plan and more!
</li></ul>Why Work for us
The Salvation Army offers a broad range or career opportunities, particularly targeted toward those motivated by our mission, to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.
The Salvation Army strives to do the &quot;Most Good&quot; for its employees by offering a greater sense of purpose in the work performed, by training and mentoring employees and by offering competitive compensation and benefit plans. Whether employed as a truck driver, administrative support team member or the director of a program, our employees understand at the core of their work in this opportunity to be an integral part of an organization that is Doing the Most Good.
Five values at the heart of everything we do...We are...
<ul><li>Passionate
</li><li>Compassionate
</li><li>Uplifting
</li><li>Brave
</li><li>Trustworthy
</li></ul>Additional Information:
All employees recognize that The Salvation Army is a church and agree that they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission.
To apply, please click on the &quot;Apply Now&quot; icon at the bottom of this posting.
Application Submittal Period: June 11, 2026 &ndash; June 25, 2026.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.</div>

Assistant Director of Social Services (AC)

Liberty Healthcare Corporation

<div>Early career and experienced human services professionals are encouraged to consider an exceptional career opportunity.
A full-time Protective Services Caseworker position is now available with Liberty Healthcare and the Pennsylvania Adult Protective Services Program.

As a Protective Services Caseworker you will actively contribute to the program&rsquo;s mission which is to detect, prevent, reduce and eliminate abuse, neglect, exploitation, and abandonment of adults who are living with disabilities.

Your daily work will involve
<ul>
<li>Traveling throughout the region</li>
</ul><ul><li>Conducting investigations in residences</li>
</ul><ul><li>Interviewing individuals and gathering information</li>
</ul><ul><li>Identifying, mitigating, and eliminating areas of risk to the individual</li>
</ul><ul><li>Documenting findings and writing reports</li>
</ul><ul><li>Developing service plans, coordinating services, and managing cases to closure</li>
</ul>
This is a field-based role that comes with a high degree of autonomy, some flexibility in your work schedule, and occasional work into the evening.

You can expect
<ul><li>$48,000 per year</li>
</ul><ul><li>Opportunities to supplement income through overtime</li>
</ul><ul><li>30 days of paid time off annually for holidays, vacation, sick and personal leave</li>
</ul><ul><li>Health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance</li>
</ul><ul><li>Mileage reimbursement for approved work-related travel</li>
</ul>
A detailed overview of benefits is available at https://www.libertyhealthcare.com/upload/138.pdf
As a new hire, you will receive formal adult protective services training and over time you will gain outstanding resume building experience.

Dedicated top performers can look forward to opportunities for advancement and consideration of promotion into leadership roles.
What we&rsquo;re looking for

Liberty considers recent graduates as well as early career and experienced human service professionals.

A bachelor&rsquo;s degree in social work, criminal justice or a human service field is preferred but not required if you have experience in one of these areas:
<ul>
<li>Service Coordinator, Supports Coordinator, Program Specialist or Case Manger roles</li>
</ul><ul><li>Child, Family and Youth Services or Older Adult Protective Services</li>
</ul><ul><li>Behavioral / mental health or developmental disabilities services</li>
</ul><ul><li>Law enforcement (e.g. police, parole, and probation)
</li></ul><ul><li>Field-based healthcare or human services roles</li>
</ul>
You must be able to navigate emotionally challenging situations while exercising compassion and resilience.

Since you will be required to travel throughout the region, you must have your own insured vehicle.
About the program and Liberty Healthcare

The Pennsylvania Adult Protective Services program is a collaborative partnership between the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services and Liberty Healthcare Corporation - a Pennsylvania based organization that is nationally recognized for supporting people who are living with disabilities.

Liberty Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer which gives all qualified applicants consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by law.
If you are ready to make an impact and be a part of something special &ndash; click apply now!</div>

Protective Services Caseworker

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