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.
Children's Home Society of WV is seeking a full-time Social Worker or Case Manager at our youth emergency shelter in Ona.
Position Goal:
To provide and procure treatment and concrete services to youth in the agency's emergency shelter program. These services are to ensure a successful transition to a permanent placement; preserve and strengthen families; and provide for the ongoing care, safety, and supervision of the youth the shelter serves.
What you will be doing:
Screen referrals and assess the appropriateness of the service for children and youth. Assess client behaviors, strengths, needs, etc., apply crisis intervention skills, and instruct direct care staff in appropriate intervention and implementation of services. Complete on schedule all assessments, treatment plans, and individual program plans with children and youth, plus all other required documentation, and ensure the appropriate implementation of each. Set specific and attainable goals that are relevant to children and youth. Communicate and document progress. Provide individual supportive counseling sessions and complete documentation. Provide meaningful observation of children, youth, and their families. Ensure the timeliness, accuracy, and grammatical construction of all reports and correspondence. Develop helping relationships with children and youth to facilitate learning and nurturing, and to develop hope and motivation. Communicate effectively with and coordinate services with other providers in the best interest of the youth. Schedule and manage visitation for youth and their families. Advocate for children, youth, and their families. Attend court hearings and be prepared to testify in the best interest of the youth. Act as a key worker and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams. Transport youth when needed. Maintain regular contact with local agencies (WV DHHR, Mental Health, Board of Education, schools, etc.) to discuss treatment plans and behavioral assessments. Be consistently available for consultation and support. Provide direct services to children and youth. Report all incidents of abuse and/or neglect. What you will bring to the table: Passion and determination. Positive attitude and team-oriented spirit. Willingness to pursue growth and learning. Strong problem-solving skills and ability to multitask. Ability to build and maintain professional helping relationships. Desire to make a positive impact on the life of a child.
What you will need:
Minimum of a bachelor's degree in social work or a related human services field; social work license or eligibility preferred. Demonstrated ability to work with children, youth, and families. Valid driver's license and automobile insurance coverage. Criminal Background Check and Child Abuse Registry Check. Availability for periodic on-call support. Ability to understand and support the values of family-centered services, which include: committing to family stability, developing skills in assessing risk to children to ensure safety, and working with children and families who may not want the service. Willingness to comply with professional standards as specified by the NASW Code of Ethics. Competitive salary and excellent benefits package offered. Salary is based on level of education and professional experience. Children's Home Society of WV is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Pay:
$30,280.00 - $38,060.00 per year
Benefits:
403(b) Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Life insurance Mileage reimbursement Paid time off Professional development assistance Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance
