A Family, School, or General Case Manager coordinates the delivery of a range of social and health services to individuals and families. Assess client needs and work with agencies and institutions ensure clients get the help they need. Monitor client and work with other service providers as necessary to address client needs. Provide limited counseling to client and their family.
The Children, Youth & Family Professional I/II assesses safety risks and supports stability for children and families through crisis management, case coordination, and collaboration with community partners, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and standards. Position Summary
WHAT YOU WILL DO
The Child, Youth and Family Professional II position is focused on Child Protective Services duties. To provide efficient services to protect all our children in need, the CHIPS team is looking to hire another CPS Ongoing Professional to join the team. This role will provide services and organize resources for families that are involved with the Department due to legal findings of child Abuse and/or maltreatment. Salary Information The starting hourly wage range is $31.45 - $35.06/hour depending on education and experience. Job Details
SOME ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
You will be successful in this role by completing the following tasks and responsibilities: Assesses child and community safety through face-to-face and collateral contacts with family, care providers, translators, medical providers, school staff, probation and parole, and resources within Human Services and determines appropriate courses of action. Prepares and provides court testimony at court hearings that represent the best interests and safety of the children. Advocates for and supports permanent outcomes for children and youth in out-of-home care, ensuring they achieve stable and lasting placement. Collaborates in staffing, family team meetings, and other multidisciplinary meetings to ensure informed decision making and to facilitate necessary services in the best interest of the children, youth and families. Documents and reports interactions in compliance with departmental policies and Wisconsin State Statues accurately and timely including but not limited to assessments, plans, evaluations, reviews, progress notes, and reports. Proficient knowledge and application of the Children's Code Chapter 48; the CPS Access, Initial, and Ongoing Standards; and Safety Standards. Advanced understanding and training in trauma-informed care, sex trafficking, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Motivational Interviewing. Proficiency in Chapter 48 (Children's Code), and Family Find/Family Teaming models. Variety of other tasks provided on the posted job description.
Qualifications Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in social work, Human Services, or related field; or an associate's degree with at least five years of professional experience in social work or related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the position.
Preferred Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in social work, Human Services, or related field, plus 2 years of professional experience in social work, child welfare, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to demonstrate advanced skills in case management and crisis intervention for complex cases. How To Apply For a full job description and to apply online, visit Jefferson County website. Jefferson County is an Equal Opportunity Employer! Deadline to Apply Applications will be accepted until position is filled.
