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Family Service Worker at Idaho Department of Health and Welfare

Family Service Worker at Idaho Department of Health and Welfare

Wayne State University • Oregon, IL, US
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DEDICATED TO STRENGTHENING THE HEALTH, SAFETY, AND INDEPENDENCE OF IDAHOANS

Applications will be accepted through 4 : 59 PM MST on the posting end date.

Do you have a bachelor's degree and a goal of providing services to Idaho's children and families in the area of child welfare?Do you have personal or professional experience within or in support of programs serving youth and families and / or the child welfare system?Are you looking for a career with advancement opportunities and an excellent compensation package? If this sounds like a good fit for you, come join the Child and Family Services team as a Psychosocial Rehabilitation Specialist (PSR) Family Services Worker (unlicensed PSR) Child Welfare Social Worker 1 (licensed Social Worker in Idaho) or Child Welfare Social Worker 2 (licensed Social Worker in Idaho & Master's degree or 2 years of experience working in Child Welfare) in our Division of Child, Youth & Family Services, in our Payette Office.

This position may be eligible for telework after successful completion of probation and necessary training. Approval to telecommute is not guaranteed and subject to termination at any time.

IMPORTANT : Incumbents will be required to participate in the Child Welfare Academy in order to learn Idaho child welfare practices and standards and complete Child Welfare Academy assignments. During the probationary period, incumbents carry a reduced child welfare caseload under the guidance of child welfare supervisors or designated experienced child welfare social workers to gain knowledge and expertise necessary to provide professional child welfare services to children and families who are subjects of child abuse or neglect.

  • Some travel will be required.

You must be licensed as a social worker in Idaho to be considered for the Child Welfare 1 or 2 position. Or if you are not interested in being licensed you may consider the Psychosocial Rehabilitation Specialist position.

  • Psychosocial Rehabilitation Specialist $25.51 / hour
  • Child Welfare Social Worker 1's working in Case Management / Safety Assessor $27.30 / hour.
  • Child Welfare Social Worker 2's working in Case Management / Safety Assessor $30.96 / hour.

    • The Idaho Department of Health & Welfare is a drug-free workplace.Any applicant offered employment in this position at the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare will be required to pass a pre-employment drug test. In addition, successful candidates will be required to complete a criminal history background investigation. Employment is dependent upon satisfactory results of the investigation.

    BENEFITS :

    The State of Idaho offers a robust total compensation and benefits package, including but not limited to :

  • Paid sick and vacation that begins accruing on your first day of employment; can be used immediately after accruing (no waiting time)
  • 2 voluntary supplemental retirement plans including both pre-tax and Roth options
  • Deferred compensation plan
  • Life insurance for self, spouse, and children
  • Short and long-term disability insurance
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  • Wide variety of training opportunities
  • Some positions offer flexible hours and / or telecommuting
  • Assess and process referrals for child abuse or neglect and conduct assessment and fact-finding interviews to obtain and assess mental, physical, economic, employment, environmental and social status of client / family / caregiver.
  • Assess interview information to determine substantiation of referrals and prepare written intake reports.
  • Design, organize, implement, and monitor effectiveness of case plans using an array of community resources to resolve issues.
  • Facilitate client access to support services and carry a full caseload in child welfare.
  • Complete need and risk assessments on cases and determine eligibility for services and level of care.
  • Develop appropriate safety plans for children addressing special needs of clients.
  • Participate in interdisciplinary team staffing to modify treatment plans.
  • Prepare case record notes attesting to engagement with client and results from specific kinds of service.
  • Prepare court reports, affidavits, testimony, etc. for required court proceedings.
  • Determine appropriate client placement and ensure least restrictive environment, take action to reduce risk to client and others by providing emergency, crisis intervention, and after-hours on-call service.
  • Client counseling, social services, support, and change-oriented activities to preserve the family unit and promote client self-determination.
  • Design and apply varying treatment modalities for problem resolution.

    • MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

    You must possess all the minimum qualifications below to pass the exam for this position. Please make sure your resume or work history supports your meeting the minimum qualifications for this position. Failure to do this may disqualify you from being considered for this position.It is highly recommended to attach a one-page cover letter to your application to demonstrate how you meet the requirements below.

    PSYCHOSOCIAL REHABILITATION SPECIALIST :

  • Good knowledge of human services principles and practices including behavioral management methods, social and family systems, cognitive behavioral education and case management methods. Typically gained by a certification as a psychosocial rehabilitation specialist in accordance with USPRA requirements OR bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, counseling, behavioral science, special education, psychosocial rehabilitation or healthcare or related field from a nationally accredited university or college OR 2-4 upper division courses as stated above AND 2-4 years' work experience OR experience that represents the knowledge level above.
  • Computer literacy for data entry, electronic mail, composing reports and letters, and storing and retrieving documents.
  • Valid driver's license.

    • CHILD WELFARE SOCIAL WORKER 1 (CWSW1) MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

  • Applicants must possess a valid driver's license.

    • CHILD WELFARE SOCIAL WORKER 2 (CWSW2) MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

  • Applicants must possess a valid driver's license.

    • AND

  • Successful completion of Idaho Welfare Academy sessions and assignments. (Child Welfare Social Worker incumbents who have successful completed a nine (9) month experience in child welfare case management in Idaho)

    • OR

  • Two years' experience in a public child welfare system or child welfare agency and complete the Child Welfare Academy within the first year of appointment.

    • OR

  • Master of Social Work degree and complete the Child Welfare Academy within the first year of appointment.

    • If you have questions, please contact us at :

    Email is the quickest way to get an answer to your questions.

    (answered Monday through Friday during business hours MST)

    EEO / ADA / Veteran :

    The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

    The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY / TTD : 711), or email ada.coordinator@dhr.idaho.gov.

    Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.

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