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 have 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 Lewiston Office.
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 $25.09/hour
- Child Welfare Social Worker 1's working in Case Management/Safety Assessor $25.90/hour.
- Child Welfare Social Worker 2's working in Case Management/Safety Assessor $29.54/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:
- We have one of the Nation's best state retirement systems (PERSI) that offers a lifetime benefit at retirement.
- 11 paid holidays
- Paid sick and vacation that begins accruing on your first day of employment; can be used immediately after accruing (no waiting time)
- Paid parental leave
- Medical, vision, and dental insurance benefits that become effective first of the month following your hire date. All contributions can be pre-tax (full-time/30+ hours per week)
- 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
- Additional perks and discounts available through medical provider
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligibility
- Employee assistance program
Additional information related to benefits and/or State programs can be found here: https://dhr.idaho.gov/StateEmployees/Benefits.html.*
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 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:
CHILD WELFARE SOCIAL WORKER 1 (CWSW1) MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Requires current Licensure as a Social Worker in Idaho in accordance with Idaho Code 54-3201 et.seq. Licensure information can be found through the Idaho Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses at https://apps.dopl.idaho.gov/DOPLPortal/BoardPage.aspx?Bureau=SWO
- Applicants must possess a valid driver's license. Must be at least 21 years of age and meet eligibility requirements to drive a state vehicle.
CHILD WELFARE SOCIAL WORKER 2 (CWSW2) MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Licensure as a Social Worker in Idaho in accordance with Idaho Code 54-3201et.seq . Licensure information can be found through the Idaho Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses at https://apps.dopl.idaho.gov/DOPLPortal/BoardPage.aspx?Bureau=SWO
- Applicants must possess a valid driver's license. Must be at least 21 years of age and meet eligibility requirements to drive a state vehicle.
AND
- Successful completion of Idaho Welfare Academy sessions and assignments. (Child Welfare Social Worker incumbents who have successful completed a six (6) 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.
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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 [email protected].
Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.
