What are the responsibilities and job description for the Shelter Social Worker/Case Manager (Full-time) position at Children's Home Society of WV, Inc.?
Children's Home Society of WV is seeking a full-time Social Worker or Case Manager at our youth emergency shelter in Romney.
Position Goal: To provide and procure treatment and concrete services to youth in the agency's emergency shelter program. These services are to ensure 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, which 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 leaning and nurturing and to develop hope and motivation.
- Communicate effectively with and coordinate services with other providers for 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 bachelors 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, development of skill 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.
*Salary is based on level of education and professional experience.
Children's Home Society of WV is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $30,280.00 - $38,060.00 per year
Benefits:
- 403(b)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Mileage reimbursement
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Patient demographics:
- Adolescents
- Children
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- On call
Education:
- Bachelor's (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $30,280 - $38,060
