Family Service Worker - CYFS

Family Service Worker - CYFS

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 Caldwell 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:

• One of the Nation's best state retirement systems
• 11 paid holidays
• Paid sick and vacation that begins accruing on your first day of employment
• Paid parental leave
• Medical, vision, and dental insurance benefits
• 2 voluntary supplemental retirement plans
• 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
• Additional perks and discounts available through medical provider
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligibility

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES:

• Assess and process referrals for child abuse or neglect
• Conduct assessment and fact-finding interviews
• Design, organize, implement, and monitor effectiveness of case plans
• Facilitate client access to support services
• Complete need and risk assessments on cases
• Develop appropriate safety plans for children
• Participate in interdisciplinary team staffing
• Prepare case record notes
• Prepare court reports, affidavits, testimony, etc.
• Determine appropriate client placement
• Provide emergency, crisis intervention, and after-hours on-call service
• Client counseling, social services, support, and change-oriented activities
• Design and apply varying treatment modalities for problem resolution

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

PSYCHOSOCIAL REHABILITATION SPECIALIST:

• Good knowledge of human services principles and practices
• Computer literacy for data entry
• Valid driver's license

CHILD WELFARE SOCIAL WORKER 1 (CWSW1) MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Current Licensure as a Social Worker in Idaho
• Valid driver's license

CHILD WELFARE SOCIAL WORKER 2 (CWSW2) MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Licensure as a Social Worker in Idaho
• Valid driver's license
• Successful completion of Idaho Welfare Academy sessions and assignments
• Two years' experience in a public child welfare system or child welfare agency
• Master of Social Work degree

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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 [email protected]. Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.