Family Service Worker - CYFS

Description

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

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

Are you detail-oriented human services professional who excels in a fast-paced environment? Do you want to make a positive impact on the lives of Idaho's children and families? If this sounds like a good fit to you, we are seeking applicants for a Psychosocial Rehabilitation Specialist (PSR) to join our Youth Safety and Permanency Team. This position will be a Family Services Worker as a Safety Assessor and will be based out of the Idaho Falls office.

This position is not eligible for telework.

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
  
  

Example Of Duties

• Receive and process referrals, complaints, or requests for service, and conduct assessment and fact-finding interviews of child abuse or neglect to obtain and assess mental, physical, economic, employment, environmental and social status of client/family.
• Prepare written intake reports based on initial interviews with referents and subjects of assessment and draft case plans related to child abuse/neglect issues with recommendations for case-related service decisions.
• Draft case plans related to child abuse/neglect cases and participate in interdisciplinary team staffing to formulate and/or modify treatment plans.
• Provide social services, support, and change-oriented activities to preserve family unit and promote client self-determination.
• Prepare case record notes attesting to engagement with clients and results from specific services.
• Perform on-site evaluations of foster homes to determine if appropriate for child placement and recommend approval/disapproval for licensing.
• Research, obtain and make referrals to community resources and provide court-related services including court testimony, court reports and other legal documentation and mediation, negotiation, and implementation of agreements.
• Prepare court reports, affidavits, testimony, orders to remove the child, etc. for required court proceedings.
• Consult with experienced social workers, law enforcement, court personnel, community resource workers and school staff.
• Use keyboard to document and enter client data into computerized record systems.
  
  

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 requirements ORbachelor'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.
  
  

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: dhwjobs@dhw.idaho.gov

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 ada.coordinator@dhr.idaho.gov.

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