Part-Time Social Worker Aide

Job Description

Job Description

Professional Services Group is now hiring for the Supervised Visitation Worker!Are you looking for a meaningful part-time job that can make a difference in people's lives? Do you want to gain valuable experience in the human services field while helping families in your community? Join our team at Professional Services Group! We are a dynamic and innovative social services organization dedicated to helping families achieve their greatest potential.JOB SUMMARY:We are seeking compassionate and committed individuals to join our In-Home Safety Services (IHSS) program. As the Safety Services Worker / Social Worker Aide, you will play a vital role in supporting families referred by Child Protective Services and the Ongoing Unit to maintain safety in homes where children are at risk for removal. You will work closely with families to address a wide range of concerns, including: safety, parenting, household management, nutrition, safe and stable housing, service acquisition, education, employment, medical, mental health, and/or substance abuse issues. The Safety Services Worker also supports families after youth have been reunified following an out-of-home placement. Apply today to join our mission of empowering youth and families!KEY RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE SAFETY SERVICES WORKER:Evaluate youth and families for treatment needs and refer to appropriate resources.Analyze client situations, capabilities and problems to determine services required to control safety threats.Exercise judgment to intervene as an advocate for clients in emergency and crisis situations.Act as a resource to evaluate and determine necessary responses in de-escalating crisis situations with youth and families.Conduct face-to-face contact with families, per program standards, to ensure safety and cooperation with safety plan.Provide timely client updates to other involved employees/agencies.Safely transport clients as needed.Assist with Supervised Visitation Program as needed to transport clients to family visits.LOCATION: Sheboygan, WI. Local travel is required to meet at client homes throughout Sheboygan County, with mileage reimbursement.SCHEDULE: Part-time 10-15 hours per week. Primarily weekends with the possibility of some weekday afternoons/evenings.PAY RATE: $20.00 per hourWHY WORK WITH PSG/CIP?Be part of a passionate team dedicated to making a difference in the community!Mileage ReimbursementWork culture that values not only the health and well-being of the clients we serve, but also our staffOpportunities for advancement and professional developmentPart-time employees are eligible for the following benefits: 401k and profit sharing; pet insurance; and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)REQUIREMENTS:Must have a completed Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Criminal Justice, or related. Must have reliable transportation on a daily basis, a valid driver's license, and automobile insurance.One year of experience working with at-risk youth and families is preferred, but not required.Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.tags: safety services community worker, child and family safety specialist, child and family safety, child and family response worker, safety services, safety planning, social work, human services, family services, social services, social worker, child safety, family safety, psychology, family support

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