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General Description: Child Protective Service Workers protect children who are experiencing abuse, neglect or may be at risk of immediate danger; provide access to services that support children and families during times of hardship; and work with families to help resolve conflicts and access social services. This position is critical to the health and safety of West Virginia’s children. Upon completion of an in-house training program, these positions perform complex social casework and family intervention services. As cases may involve abuse, neglect or exploitation of children, this employee must have the expertise and judgment to evaluate risk and assess levels of danger that may include coordination with law enforcement. Due to the needs of this position, travel is required and may include being on-call during non-traditional hours. Ongoing training is provided, as is access to support services for the worker. This position is eligible for overtime pay.
Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:
Applicants must possess a valid WV driver’s license, and reliable transportation. Applicants also must have strong communication skills, both oral and written, and maintain detailed case records and extensive documentation. Overtime hours and frequent travel may be required.
Successful completion of a background check is required for employment.
Minimum Qualifications:
Training: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
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Substitution: Current West Virginia Social Worker License.
Benefits Include:
**This position is eligible for a $2,500 incentive that may be provided to any candidate upon hire in Boone, Braxton, Calhoun, Clay, Gilmer, Grant, Greenbrier, Hancock, Harrison, Kanawha, Marion, Mineral, Monongalia, Monroe, Pleasants, Pocahontas, Preston, Randolph, Ritchie, Roane, Taylor, and Webster counties.**
**$5,000 may be provided to any candidate upon hire in Berkeley, Jefferson, and Morgan counties.**
The West Virginia Department of Human Services is an Equal Opportunity employer.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $44,850.00 - $74,750.00 per year
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Work Location: In person
Full Time
$41k-50k (estimate)
02/23/2024
05/20/2024