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Caseworker I / Social Service Worker (DCFS) Northern Region

#17208
State of Utah - Department of Natural Resources

Details:

  • Category: Off-Campus
  • Position Type: Full-Time (Career)
  • Posted on: November 15, 2017
  • Open until: Wed, November 22, 2017 expired
  • Wage: $15.11 - $22.68
  • Location: Ogden, Clearfield, Logan, Brigham City, or Bountiful, Utah, UT

Description:

Becoming a Caseworker I or Social Service Worker at the Utah Division of Child & Family Services (DCFS) can be a life changing event! If you have a social work background, just graduated with a Bachelor's Degree (or will by the time of hire) in Social Work or other social service related field, and have a passion to work with children and families, Child & Family Services is the place for you. Together we can make a difference through service! Click here to see a Caseworker at Work

Principal Duties DCFS Caseworkers work to keep children with their own families whenever safely possible by assessing their and their families' needs, getting them connected to available resources, and conducting in-home services of appropriate intensity and duration. They work to reunify children who have been removed from their homes whenever possible or find enduring safety and permanency for them through alternative options. To accomplish this, caseworkers work closely with the subject matter experts, are provided with regular professional supervision, and complete DCFS Practice Model Training while performing the following tasks:

Investigating reports of abuse, exploitation, and/or neglect; assessing risks, strengths, barriers; and determining appropriate actions governing a client's situation. Writing and implementing child and family service plans. Coordinating and referring services to children and families offered by community resources, placement providers, collateral agencies, the courts, and community partners. Orchestrating individual, family, or group therapy sessions that coincide with established treatment plans and providing crisis intervention if necessary. Presiding over visits between parents and children, monitoring behavior, reporting observational notes and concerns to appropriate professional/clinical staff, and updating case files. Conducting in-home visits. Testifying in court or hearings regarding actions, findings, procedures, and protocols. Preparing detailed case documentation that includes: intake records, investigation summaries, risk assessment social summaries, needs assessments, service plans, case history, and activity logs. May include performing 24-hour-on-call services as needed under supervisor's direction.

This recruitment may be used to fill Caseworker I and/or Social Service Worker positions at any DCFS Northern Region office which include: Ogden, Clearfield, Logan, Brigham City, or Bountiful, Utah.

This position may be filled as a Caseworker I or Social Service Worker depending on your qualifications.

Ideal Candidate The model candidate for this position is someone who:

Holds a bachelor's degree, or will have by the time position is hired (January 2, 2018), in social work, psychology, sociology, family and human development, human services, criminal justice or degree closely related to social work. Has a current social service worker license or higher license active in the State of Utah (required for the Social Service Worker level position). Possesses a current valid driver's license. Is adept at interacting professionally with all levels of management while managing a diversified workload and challenging situations. Deals with people in a manner which shows sensitivity, tact, and professionalism. Communicates effectively, clearly, and concisely verbally and in writing.

Why You Should Join Our Team Become an integral part of a Utah Division working together to keep children safe and strengthen families in our communities. Experience a sense of achievement for a job well done and enjoy work life balance! We offer great health benefits and retirement plans, generous paid time off, and a balanced work schedule to afford quality time spent with your family. Click here to see what makes working for the State of Utah awesome: Compensation & Benefits.

The Agency Contribute to our communities and proactively support the Division of Child and Family Services by helping us keep children safe and strengthen families. DCFS CLICK HERE

Qualifications:

Ideal Candidate The model candidate for this position is someone who:

Holds a bachelor's degree, or will have by the time position is hired (January 2, 2018), in social work, psychology, sociology, family and human development, human services, criminal justice or degree closely related to social work. Has a current social service worker license or higher license active in the State of Utah (required for the Social Service Worker level position). Possesses a current valid driver's license. Is adept at interacting professionally with all levels of management while managing a diversified workload and challenging situations. Deals with people in a manner which shows sensitivity, tact, and professionalism. Communicates effectively, clearly, and concisely verbally and in writing.

Application Instructions:

Please visit statejobs.utah.gov to apply online for this position to be considered.


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