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Idaho Division of Human Resources Child Welfare Social Worker 3 - CYFS in NAMPA, Idaho
Child Welfare Social Worker 3 - CYFS
Posting Begin Date: 2024/11/07
Posting End Date: 2024/12/05
Category: Community Services
Sub Category: Community and Social Services
Work Type: Full Time
Location: NAMPA, ID, United States
Minimum Salary: 31.49
Maximum Salary: 31.49
Pay Rate Type: Hourly
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.
How would you like to have a direct impact on strengthening families and the lives of children in Idaho? The Division of Family and Community Services, Child Welfare Program is currently filling a Child Welfare Social Worker 3 position in our Nampa office. This is the third of a six-level Child Welfare job series. Incumbents at this level serve as lead worker in a social service unit and mentor students and newer social worker/family service worker staff completing the Child Welfare Academy. Incumbents provide consultation to other family service workers on complex cases.
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 the Nation's best state retirement systems (https://www.persi.idaho.gov/members-1/) (PERSI) that offers a lifetime benefit.
OTHER EXCELLENT BENEFITS
11 paid holidays
Generous vacation and sick leave accrual beginning as soon as you start
Paid parental leave (https://dhr.idaho.gov/information-for-state-employees/)
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 (https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service)
Wellness programs
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Wide variety of training opportunities
Some positions offer flexible hours and/or telecommuting
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES:
Positions at this level serve as lead worker and carry a workload of complex and difficult child abuse and neglect cases.
May provide direction and guidance to Family Service Workers.
Incumbent will also provide direct services to children and families.
Monitor child and family achievements of outcomes for safety, permanency and well-being.
This position has decision making authority for cases of all levels of complexity and severity and can recommend legal filings, decisions to shelter, make child placements, reunification, respond to crisis and emergency situations, and may serve as back-up to the supervisor.
Design, organize, develop, implement, and monitor effectiveness of case plans on regular caseloads.
Provide emergency and crisis intervention services.
Provide consultation, technical assistance, and mentor social work students and probationary staff attending Child Welfare Academy.
Provide input to supervisors regarding observed individual progress and performance.
Plan and organize work of students and new staff and assign, review, and approve work.
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.
Licensure as a Social Worker in Idaho in accordance with Idaho Code 54-3201 et.seq.
A valid driver's license.
This position requires one of the following (1-7):
Three year's experience as a Social Worker in assessment or case management of child protection cases in Idaho.
Two year's experience as a Social Worker in assessment or case management of child protection cases in Idaho and one academic year (9 months) of child welfare practicum experience may substitute for one year of experience.
Two year's experience as a Social Worker in assessment or case management of child protection cases in Idaho and six months as a mentor in Competency-Based Learning Contracts, as designated by a supervisor may substitute for one year of experience.
Two year's experience as a Social Worker in assessment or case management of child protection cases in Idaho and service as a field instructor for an accredited social work program.
Two year's experience as a Social Worker in assessment or case management of child protection cases in Idaho and a Master of Social Work Degree.
Two year's experience as a Social Worker in assessment or case management of child protection cases in Idaho and one year experience in another public child welfare system or child welfare agency.
One year experience as a Social Worker in assessment or case management of child protection cases in Idaho and two or more years' experience in another public child welfare system or child welfare agency.
Learn About a Career with DHW (https://healthandwelfare.idaho.gov/about-dhw/dhw-careers)
*PLEASE NOTE: application assistance is not available after the business hours listed below, on the weekends, or on holidays and you must apply before 4:59 pm on the closing date. When applying, use CHROME as your browser to avoid complications.
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[email protected].
Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.
