Family Service Worker -CYFS - #1404035

Description

DEDICATED TO STRENGTHENING THE HEALTH, SAFETY, AND INDEPENDENCE OF IDAHOANS

• THIS ANNOUNCEMENT WILL BE OPEN UNTIL FILLED. APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE TO BE CONSIDERED.
  
  

Do you want to make a positive impact on the lives of Idaho's children and families? Do you have personal or professional experience within or in support of programs serving youth and families and/or the child welfare system? If this sounds like a good fit to you, we are seeking applicants for Family Service Workers to join our Division of Child, Youth, and Family Services. This position is based in our Pocatello 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.

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

BEST RETIREMENT AVAILABLE IN THE NATION

We have one of theNation's best state retirement systems(PERSI)that offers alifetime benefit.

Other Excellent Benefits

• 11paid holidays
• Generous vacation and sick leaveaccrual beginning as soon as you start
• Paid parental leave
• Medical, dental, vision insurance - incredible rates!(full-time/30+ hours per week)
• PERSI Choice 401(k)
• Deferred compensation plan
• Life insurance
• Short and long-term disability insurance
• Student Loan Forgiveness
• Wellness programs
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Wide variety of training opportunities
  
  

Our generous benefits package increases the total compensation of a full-time (benefits eligible) Family Services Worker making $25.51/hour to an estimated $37.42/hour.

Example Of Duties

• 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.
• Complete need and risk assessments on cases and determine eligibility for services and level of care.
• Carry a full caseload in child welfare.
• 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 And Specialty Minimum Qualifications

You must possess all the minimum/specialty minimum qualifications below to pass the exam for this position. Please make sure your resume or work history supports your meeting the minimum and specialty 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.

• 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 requirementsORbachelor's degree in social work, psychology, counseling, behavioral science, special education, psychosocial rehabilitation, healthcare, criminal justice or related field from a nationally accredited university or collegeOR2-4 upper division courses as stated above AND 2-4 years’ work experienceORexperience 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.
  
  

Learn About a Career with DHW

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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)

EMAIL:[email protected]

PHONE:(208) 334-0681

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 protected].

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