Synopsis

Responsible for providing public protection to children, youth and families, as well as the public through case management services within the Child & Youth Services Unit of Richland County Health & Human Services. Perform social work duties to ensure safety of children, community, and promote the wellbeing of families through child protection, youth justice and child welfare practice.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Perform case management. Duties include home visits; client contacts (home, jail, school); provider meetings; coordinating visits; developing and monitoring protective and safety plans; service referrals; drug testing; coordination and communication with professional partners; and review of collateral documentation such as medical records, case plans, and law enforcement reports. Ensure children are in the least restrictive setting.
• Perform initial assessments. Duties include responses with law enforcement; assessing safety; taking custody when necessary; confrontational and hostile client contacts; forensic interviewing; review of medical or forensic documentation including images, videos and graphic disclosures of abuse or neglect.
• Prepare for and participate in court hearings. Duties include document preparation, hearings, testimony, and follow-up to receive court orders or filings.
• Prepare, file and upload into database case documentation.
• Transport clients for appointments and out of home contacts. Travel to home visits.
• Perform Youth Justice activities including YASI screening, YES Program participation, monitoring conditions, client contacts and supervision, and service referrals.
• Conduct home studies including kinship, licensing, and stepparent adoptions.
• See full job description for complete list of duties and responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in social work, Human Services, or relevant field with one-year relevant experience.
• Or any combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Valid Driver’s License required.
• Ability to acquire Wisconsin Social Worker Certification.

How to Apply

Equal Opportunity Employer

Richland County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.