Social Services Aide 2026-01306

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

This position is responsible for transporting clients to appointments, visitations, treatment centers, foster care facilities, and other required locations. Duties include coordinating and setting up visitation schedules, supervising parental visits and monitored telephone calls, and conducting parenting classes. The position also provides testimony in court regarding observations of clients and families when necessary. Additional responsibilities include assisting with file management, maintaining computer file entries and case narratives, and ensuring all information within the WYCAPS system is accurate and current. This position conducts in-home checks and supportive services, monitors urinalysis results, school attendance, and academic performance, and maintains thorough documentation of all client and child contacts. Regular communication with Social Services Workers regarding client progress and case plans is also an essential function of the role. Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck.

Our total compensation package includes:

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays Retirement - Pension and 457B plans that help you build a secure future Flexible schedules and work-life balance options Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities and

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Total Compensation Calculator:

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Human Resource Contact:

Michelle Johnson / michelle.johnson@wyo.gov

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed in the job level. Transports clients to appointments, visitations, treatment centers, and foster care facilities. Sets up visitation schedules. Supervises parental visits with children and monitors telephone calls. Conducts parenting classes. Gives testimony in court regarding observation of the client and the family. Assists with file management, computer file entries, and case narratives; ensures that all data is accurate and up-to-date in the WYCAPS system. Provides in-home checks and services. Monitors urinalysis, school grades, and attendance. Fully documents all contact with clients and children. Confers with the Social Services Worker regarding client progress and case plans. PREFERENCES/•AGENCY

REQUIREMENTS

•Agency requires that the successful applicant possess a valid driver's license.

KNOWLEDGE

Knowledge of parenting. Knowledge of policies regarding child protection and benefits. Knowledge of the community or institution to be served.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

High School Diploma or equivalent

Experience:

0-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in Social Services Programs)

OR Education & Experience Substitution:

1-3 years of progressive work experience (typically in Social Services Programs)

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

None

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS

This position takes place in an average work environment.

NOTES:

FLSA:

Non-exempt All positions within the Department of Family Services will require a background information check, including taking fingerprints, which will be completed through the Wyoming Department of Criminal Investigation, the Department of Family Services, and the Federal Bureau of Investigation for every successful applicant. Click here to view the State of Wyoming Total Compensation Calculator. Click here to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.

URL:

http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities. Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the

A & I HRD

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