Independent Living Social Worker

Job Description

The Children’s Home Society of WV is hiring a full-time Social Worker or Case Manager in our Independent Living Program at our Martinsburg location. The Independent Living Program provides services to youth and young adults, ages 18-23, who are aging out of the child welfare system, and assists them in making a successful transition to adulthood.

What you will be doing:

• Screen referrals and assess the youth's appropriateness for the program.
• Provide and coordinate services to meet the needs of each youth.
• Record accurate and complete documentation, including referrals, intake forms, assessment tools, planning documents, progress notes, incident reports, etc.
• Assist youth in setting specific, attainable, and measurable goals relevant to their needs.
• Provide, teach, and demonstrate basic living skills such as home management, consumerism, purchasing, budgeting, meal preparation, etc. to program youth.
• Establish and maintain a positive relationship with youth through honest communication and active listening. Provide encouragement and support through positive role modeling.
• Be consistently available for consultation and support.
• Provide transportation when needed.
• Provide meaningful observations of program youth and make appropriate recommendations.
• Participate in appropriate meetings to explore gaps in services for this population.
• Obtain emergency food, clothing, and shelter for youth when needed.
• Serve as a liaison, when requested, between the youth and professionals.
• Advocate for the youths’ rights and engage the community in awareness of the needs of this population.
• Provide aftercare services in accordance with program guidelines.
• Ensure all activities and services are conducted in a manner that is sensitive to and shows respect for the culture and ethnicity of our clients.
  
  

What you will bring to the table:

• Passion and determination.
• Ability to be creative and open-minded.
• Positive attitude and team-oriented spirit.
• Willingness to pursue growth and learning.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to multitask.
• Desire to make a positive impact on the life of a young person.
  
  

What you will need:

• Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related Human Services field.
• Social Work License or eligibility preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to work with youth and families.
• Valid driver’s license and automobile insurance coverage.
• Criminal Background Check and Child Abuse Registry Check.
• Flexibility to work irregular hours on occasion, including evenings and weekends.
• Willingness to comply with professional standards as specified in the NASW Code of Ethics.
  
  

Children's Home Society of WV is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $28,280.00 - $35,060.00 per year. Salary is based on education and professional experience.

Benefits:

• Health Insurance with Health Reimbursement Accounts
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plans
• Tuition assistance (90% for Social Work degrees, 75% for approved, related fields)
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Supplemental insurance options
• Employee assistance program
• Mileage reimbursement
• Flexible schedule
  
  

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• On call
• Weekends as needed
  
  

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)
  
  

Ability to Commute:

• Martinsburg, WV 25401 (Required)
  
  

Work Location: In person

Company Description

The Children’s Home Society of West Virginia is a private, non-profit, child welfare organization founded in 1896. The Society has 13 primary locations, 8 emergency child shelters, statewide foster care and adoption services, as well as a variety of in-home and in-community family support and intervention programs. Each year, we provide crucial assistance to more than 16,000 children and their families throughout the state. Our board members, staff, and volunteers continue to celebrate the Society’s century-old tradition of service to West Virginia’s children and families and dedicate themselves to our mission of promoting the well-being of children. We aim to help build a future where, ultimately, our services are no longer needed: where every child has a safe and permanent home, a family to love them, and opportunities to thrive.

The Children’s Home Society of West Virginia is a private, non-profit, child welfare organization founded in 1896. The Society has 13 primary locations, 8 emergency child shelters, statewide foster care and adoption services, as well as a variety of in-home and in-community family support and intervention programs. Each year, we provide crucial assistance to more than 16,000 children and their families throughout the state. Our board members, staff, and volunteers continue to celebrate the Society’s century-old tradition of service to West Virginia’s children and families and dedicate themselves to our mission of promoting the well-being of children. We aim to help build a future where, ultimately, our services are no longer needed: where every child has a safe and permanent home, a family to love them, and opportunities to thrive.