child protective services worker

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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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

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

<div>JOB

The County Caseworker 2 position with Potter County Children &amp; Youth Services is a great fit for someone who wants to make a real impact in the lives of children and families. This position allows you to work closely with your community and use your strengths to help others find stability. You will have the chance to learn, grow, and see the difference your efforts make every day. 

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

This position focuses on supporting the safety and stability of children and families through direct community involvement and careful case management. As a County Caseworker 2, you will perform the following duties:<ul><li>
Case Investigation: Conduct investigations of General Protective Services and Child Protective Services referrals</li><li>
Caseload Management: Handle an assigned caseload and provide ongoing support to children and families</li><li>
Agency Collaboration: Work with community groups and statewide partners to coordinate needed resources</li><li>
Service Coordination: Connect families with appropriate services and interventions</li><li>
Documentation Accuracy: Maintain timely and accurate records in the statewide information system</li></ul> 

Work Schedule and Additional Information: 
<ul><li>
Full-time employment.</li><li>
Work hours are 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.<ul><li>
On-call and overtime are required.</li><li>
Travel is required.</li></ul></li><li>
Excellent benefits package is provided</li><li>
Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.</li><li>
You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.</li></ul>
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
<ul><li>Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).</li><li>
Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.</li><li>
Your score is valid for this specific posting only.</li><li>
You must provide complete and accurate information or:<ul><li>
your score may be lower than deserved.</li><li>
you may be disqualified.</li></ul></li><li>
You may only apply/test once for this posting.</li><li>
Your results will be provided via email.</li></ul></div>

County Caseworker 2 (LG) - Potter County C&Y (Multiple Vacancies)

<div>JOB

As a County Caseworker 1 with Mifflin County Children &amp; Youth, you will take part in meaningful work that helps protect children and strengthen families. This position offers a positive environment where teamwork and compassion guide daily decisions. You will help families access the support they need to overcome challenges. Bring your dedication to a role that supports safety, stability, and hope. 
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

This role focuses on guiding families through difficult situations and connecting them with helpful services. You will support child safety and family stability while working closely with parents, children, and service providers. As a County Caseworker 1, you will perform the following duties:<ul><li>
Case Assessments: Conduct visits and reviews to understand family needs and ensure child safety</li><li>
Service Coordination: Connect families with providers who can offer support and treatment</li><li>
Investigation Work: Carry out CPS investigations to address concerns and protect children</li><li>
Family Support: Help families build goals that strengthen stability and reduce the need for placement</li><li>
Progress Monitoring: Track family progress and adjust plans to support reunification when possible</li><li>
Permanency Planning: Assist in creating long term plans such as adoption or SPLC when reunification is not possible</li></ul> 

Work Schedule and Additional Information: 
<ul><li>
Full-time employment; 72.50 hours bi-weekly.</li><li>
Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 45-minute lunch.<ul><li>
Caseworkers will share on-call duties.</li><li>
Travel and Overtime as needed.</li></ul></li><li>
Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position. 
</li><li>
You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.</li></ul>
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
<ul><li>Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).</li><li>
Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.</li><li>
Your score is valid for this specific posting only.</li><li>
You must provide complete and accurate information or:<ul><li>
your score may be lower than deserved.</li><li>
you may be disqualified.</li></ul></li><li>
You may only apply/test once for this posting.</li><li>
Your results will be provided via email.</li></ul></div>

County Caseworker 1 (Local Government) - Mifflin County C&Y

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 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

The Counseling Center, Inc.

Position Title: Child Care Worker
 Supervisor: Support Services Supervisor-
 Department: Stepping Stone House
 JOB SUMMARY
 The Child Care Worker is responsible for providing child care within the Stepping Stone House, and other services as deemed necessary by the Program Director.
 ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
 Essential functions are duties, which are essential or primary to the position or the reason the position exists. An individual must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
 1. Maintains a safe and therapeutic environment for children by providing direct supervison to children on and off Stepping Stone House grounds.
 2. Teaches parenting and child care skills to parents.
 3. Plans recreational activities and outings for children; assists mothers in bonding process during play time.
 SECONDARY FUNCTIONS
 Secondary functions are duties, which are not exclusive of the position, can be performed by other positions; however, secondary duties are to be performed for the efficiency of The Counseling Center, Inc.
 4. Assists Case Managers with services including, but not limited to, transportation and assistance with other community linkage, such as school activities and various appointments.
 5. Performs any other duties as assigned by the Program Coordinator/Director.
 
COMPETENCIES
 1. Ability to interact well with children.
 2. Ability to work well with co-workers and clients in a pleasant manner.
 3. Knowledge about the disease of addiction.
 4. Ability to be organized, punctual, and work with minimal supervision.
 
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS, INCLUDING TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE
 1. High School Diploma or equivalent.
 2. Prior child care experience of at least one (1) year preferred and/or child care training.
 3. Must be age eighteen (18) or older.
 4. Must not have pled guilty to/been convicted of any offense in ORC109.572(c)(2)(a).
 5. Maintain CPR/First Aid treatment.

Child Care Worker

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