CYS Caseworker

County Caseworker 1 UMWA Union Position

Children and Youth Services Department, Fort Jackson Building.

$18.80/hour; 40 Hours per Week, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm with on-call duty on a rotating basis.

Benefits include Health, Vision & Dental after first month of employment and all other benefits after 90 day probationary period.

Job Summary:

This is an entry level professional social service work position under the close supervision of a County Caseworker Supervisor. The caseworker will provide case management functions for assigned caseload including foster children, protective services, supervision services and child abuse cases.

Main Responsibilities:

1. Participate in formal and informal training programs to gain knowledge relative to the agency's purpose and applicable laws, methods, procedures, rules and regulations.
2. Perform entry level case management duties for approximately twenty (20-30) families, including regular home visits, inspections/assessments and preparation of accurate and comprehensive testimony in court.
3. Prepare and maintain individual case notes, dictation and documentation on assigned cases in compliance with state requirements.
4. Locate and coordinate services for individuals and make referrals to the team in a timely manner.
5. Work closely with professionals such as behavior therapists, speech and hearing therapists, physical therapist, registered and/or licensed practical nurses, psychologists, physicians, and others regarding the most appropriate and effective care and treatment.

Additional Duties:

1. Attend training sessions as needed and as approved by supervisor.
2. Act as a resource for individuals requesting information.
3. Assist other workers in meeting the needs of the consumers.
4. Perform all other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions:

1. Works indoors and outdoors in adequate work space, lighting, ventilation and temperatures.
2. Exposure to stress and noise but subject to frequent disruptions.
3. Normal indoor exposure to dust/dirt.
4. Works outdoors in all weather conditions.

Physical/Mental Requirements:

1. Must possess ability to record, convey and present information, explain procedures and follow instructions.
2. Must be able to sit for long periods throughout the workday, with intermittent periods of standing, walking, bending, twisting, reaching and driving as necessary.
3. Dexterity requirements range from simple to coordinated movements of fingers/hands; feet/legs; torso as necessary to carry out duties of job.
4. Light work, with occasional lifting/carrying of objects with a maximum weight of twenty pounds.
5. Must demonstrate emotional stability.
6. Must be able to cope with the physical and mental stress of the position.
7. Must be able to pay close attention to details and concentrate on work.

Qualifications:

1. Bachelor's degree in social work or related field with one year of social service experience.
2. Or bachelor's degree in another field which includes or is supplemented by 12 college credits in the social science field and two years of direct social service work experience.
3. Or any equivalent combination of experience and training which includes 12 college credits.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

1. Must be able to speak and understand English language and to follow oral and written instructions.
2. Must possess knowledge of current social case management principles, techniques and methods.
3. Must possess knowledge of current social, economic, and health problems and resources and the recognition of their impact on the growth and development of people.
4. Must possess knowledge of individual and group development and behaviors and ways of working effectively with adults and children who have social, economic, emotional, or health problems.
5. Must possess knowledge of the basic principles and methods of program interpretation and community organizations.
6. Must possess the ability to work effectively with people and aid them to grow in the constructive use of their potential in adjusting to their specific disability.
7. Must possess the ability to understand and assess the needs and rights of others and to work with adults and children who are physically challenged, emotionally troubled, or economically disadvantaged.
8. Must possess effective oral and written communication skills.
9. Must possess initiative and problem solving skills.
10. Must possess the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with representatives of local, state, and federal agencies; health organizations and institutions; and the general public.
11. Must possess the ability to perform research and organize professional presentations.
12. Must possess the technical knowledge of operating personal computers and other office equipment.
13. Must possess good communication skills, both orally and in writing.
14. Must have ability to prepare required reports in a timely and accurate manner.
15. Must possess knowledge of federal, state and county laws, policies and procedures in regard to operating local government, county code and administrative policies and procedures.
16. Must possess ability to handle a high volume of work efficiently.
17. Must possess basic math skills and ability to accurately prepare required reports and mathematical record keeping.
18. Must possess ability to maintain confidentiality in regard to county information and files and records.
19. Must possess and maintain a current/valid Driver's License.

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