- Provide services to individuals and families to ensure safe, stable homes for children
- Investigate allegations of abuse and neglect
- Make referrals to community resources
- Work with families to create case plans
- Complete court reports and provide testimony
- Investigate allegations of child and adult abuse, neglect, and/or dependency
- Recruit, train, and approve foster/adoptive homes
- Meet with family members to determine neglect and/or abuse reports
- Complete detailed assessments based on case management work
- Make referrals to community resources
- Enter case information into the computer
- Complete court reports and provide testimony during hearings
- Work with community partners such as law enforcement and school systems
- Experience working with adults, children, and families
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Good time management and organizational skills
- Ability to work well under pressure
- Willingness to work as part of a team
Social Service Worker I - Kentucky, United States - Kentucky Personnel Cabinet
Description
24-02962 Social Service Worker I
Pay Grade: 14
Salary: $55,000 Annually
Employment Type: FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | HR/WK
Hiring Agency: Cabinet for Health & Family Services | Dept for Community Based Services
Location: Varies
The Kentucky Department for Community Based Services (DCBS) is a multi-faceted agency that provides services and programs to enhance family self-sufficiency and ensure safety for children and vulnerable adults.
Position Summary:
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If you are interested in this opportunity, we would love to review your application for a Social Service Worker I with DCBS.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): If employed by the Cabinet for Health and Family Services, possession of a valid driver's license is required. Must maintain any required licensure(s), certification(s), or credentials throughout employment.
Working Conditions: Performs job duties in an office/facility or residential program setting. Provides emergency services on a 24-hour basis. Worker may face physical risk due to enforced intervention.
Probationary Period: This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 9 months.