Social Service Worker I
Commonwealth of Kentucky, Somerset, KY, United States
Description
The Kentucky Department for Community Based Services (DCBS) is a multi-faceted agency that provides services and programs to enhance the self-sufficiency of families; improve safety and permanency for children and vulnerable adults; and engage families and community partners in collaborative decision-making. DCBS seeks a Social Service Worker I who is driven to succeed in helping people and advancing family self‑sufficiency. The Social Service Worker I is a skilled team member, providing a vital link between children, families, and local community partners.
Responsibilities
Investigate allegations of child abuse, neglect, and/or dependency
Meet with family members to determine the merits of a report of child neglect and/or abuse
Meet with other interested parties such as school and medical staff to gather additional information
Complete detailed assessments based on facts obtained during home visits and meetings with interested parties
Work with families to create a case plan for addressing and correcting issues within the household
Make referrals to outside community resources to assist families in overcoming identified barriers and to keep children safe in a permanent home and promote their wellbeing
Enter case information into the computer
Complete court reports as needed
Provide testimony during administrative and judicial hearings
Work closely with community partners such as law enforcement, school systems, counselors, and shelters
Ideal Candidate
Experience working with families and/or children
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Good time management and organizational skills
The ability to work well under pressure
A willingness to work as part of a team
Minimum Requirements
Education:
Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree in social work, sociology, psychology, marriage and family therapy or a related field.
Experience, Training, or Skills:
None
Special Requirements (Age, Licensure, Regulation, etc.):
If employed by the Cabinet for Health and Family Services or the Department of Juvenile Justice, the employee must furnish within one month of employment documentation that he/she possesses a valid driver’s license. Employing agency is responsible for ensuring the employee possesses and maintains required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials for the length of employment in this classification.
Working Conditions
Performs job duties in an office/facility or residential program setting and visits clients and/or families at their residence. Provides emergency services on a 24-hour basis, including accepting referrals and completing investigations at any hour without prior warning. As a result of enforced intervention, the worker runs the risk of physical harm.
Probationary Period
This position has an initial and promotional probationary period of 9 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.
Equal Opportunity Employer
An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D.
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The Kentucky Department for Community Based Services (DCBS) is a multi-faceted agency that provides services and programs to enhance the self-sufficiency of families; improve safety and permanency for children and vulnerable adults; and engage families and community partners in collaborative decision-making. DCBS seeks a Social Service Worker I who is driven to succeed in helping people and advancing family self‑sufficiency. The Social Service Worker I is a skilled team member, providing a vital link between children, families, and local community partners.
Responsibilities
Investigate allegations of child abuse, neglect, and/or dependency
Meet with family members to determine the merits of a report of child neglect and/or abuse
Meet with other interested parties such as school and medical staff to gather additional information
Complete detailed assessments based on facts obtained during home visits and meetings with interested parties
Work with families to create a case plan for addressing and correcting issues within the household
Make referrals to outside community resources to assist families in overcoming identified barriers and to keep children safe in a permanent home and promote their wellbeing
Enter case information into the computer
Complete court reports as needed
Provide testimony during administrative and judicial hearings
Work closely with community partners such as law enforcement, school systems, counselors, and shelters
Ideal Candidate
Experience working with families and/or children
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Good time management and organizational skills
The ability to work well under pressure
A willingness to work as part of a team
Minimum Requirements
Education:
Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree in social work, sociology, psychology, marriage and family therapy or a related field.
Experience, Training, or Skills:
None
Special Requirements (Age, Licensure, Regulation, etc.):
If employed by the Cabinet for Health and Family Services or the Department of Juvenile Justice, the employee must furnish within one month of employment documentation that he/she possesses a valid driver’s license. Employing agency is responsible for ensuring the employee possesses and maintains required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials for the length of employment in this classification.
Working Conditions
Performs job duties in an office/facility or residential program setting and visits clients and/or families at their residence. Provides emergency services on a 24-hour basis, including accepting referrals and completing investigations at any hour without prior warning. As a result of enforced intervention, the worker runs the risk of physical harm.
Probationary Period
This position has an initial and promotional probationary period of 9 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.
Equal Opportunity Employer
An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D.
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