A Family, School, or General Social Worker provides specialized assistance to vulnerable families and children. Intervenes in crisis situations; evaluates individual and family needs, helps clients get access to health care, mental health care or social services such as housing assistance. Advocates for clients and provides follow up visits. May work with teachers, parents and school administrators to help students improve academically and deal with social issues such as bullying.
High School Youth Outreach Worker Professional Services Group - 3.6 Kenosha, WI Job Details Full-time From $21 an hour 7 hours ago Benefits Profit sharing Mileage reimbursement Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance Opportunities for advancement Flexible schedule Life insurance Qualifications Driver's License Full Job Description Community Impact Programs is now hiring for the High School Liaison with the Youth Outreach program! Are you passionate about helping at-risk students achieve their greatest potential? Join our team as the High School Liaison with Community Impact Programs! CIP is a community-based social services organization seeking talented professionals like you to join our team.
JOB SUMMARY
The Youth Outreach program facilitates a team of Liaisons at elementary, middle, and high schools throughout the Kenosha Unified School District to support youth who are at risk of academic failure, dropout, truancy, delinquency, gang involvement, and/or drug or alcohol abuse. As the High School Liaison, you will work with students and families to promote educational success through intervention and support services at assigned high schools within KUSD. Apply now and join us in our mission to empower youth and families!
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE HIGH SCHOOL LIAISON
Create, implement, and review individual client treatment plans. Monitor client behavior and school achievement by conducting daily in-school checks. Organize structured group, individual, and family education or treatment, and recreational activities. Update parents/guardians on client progress and provide problem-solving interactions. Provide supervision and support to youth placed in the Summer Youth Employment Program. Attend court hearings with client and family as needed. Training is provided on this.
LOCATION
Kenosha, WI. Local travel may be required to meet with clients and families within KUSD school buildings, family homes, or other community spaces. Mileage reimbursement is provided.
SCHEDULE
Full-time 40 hours per week Monday-Friday during the school day with some after-school hours as needed to accommodate client needs. Position is year-round and will continue full-time employment during the summer.
WHY WORK WITH PSG/CIP?
Be part of a passionate team dedicated to making a difference in the community! Flexible hours and great work-life balance Mileage Reimbursement Work culture that values not only the health and well-being of the clients we serve, but also our staff Opportunities for advancement and professional development Competitive benefits package, including: paid time off and company holidays; health, vision, dental, and life insurance; short-term disability; 401k and profit sharing; and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) One of our health insurance plans is now offered with no monthly premium!
SALARY:
$21.00 per hour
REQUIREMENTS
Must have reliable transportation on a daily basis, a valid driver's license, and automobile insurance. Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Criminal Justice, or related. Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status tags: high school liaison, high school youth worker, youth outreach specialist, at-risk students- at-risk youth, alcohol and drug prevention, gang prevention, academic success, truancy prevention, student intervention, student support, education support, social services, human services, social work, psychology, sociology, criminal justice