LTE Social Worker - STEVENS POINT, WI,
Job Information
Job Order ID :
WI3665206
# of Positions :
2
Minimum Education Level :
Bachelor's Degree
Experience Required :
Training :
Bachelors Degree
Salary :
$29.83 + hourly
Duration :
Shift :
First Shift (Day)
Hours per week:
20
Job Description
JOB REQUIREMENTS: The Portage County Health & Human Services department
is hiring two (2), limited term, 20 hr / wk Social Worker\'s to support
the Child Welfare Assessment section. These positions will work
approximately from mid-May until mid-September, 2024. What are the
primary job duties? Provision of Child Welfare Services Regarding Child
Abuse/Neglect. Performs child abuse/neglect initial assessments in
accordance with state standards. Submits required reports for initial
assessments in accordance with state standards. Makes determinations as
to whether abuse or neglect occurred or was likely to occur according to
state statutes and standards. Completes court reports and devises
comprehensive and coordinated service and treatment plans. Collaborates
with agency, school, court, law enforcement, District Attorney, etc., to
provide necessary services to families. Provides information for legal
petitions and testifies in Court. Provision of Substitute Care Services
to Families. Assesses need for substitute care services (foster home,
group home, residential center) for children. Evaluates and legally
implements appropriate substitute care resources in accordance with the
child\'s treatment needs. Evaluates substitute care and monitors child
safety during placement period. Provides on-going counseling and support
to the foster parents, birth family, and child during placement.
Consults with other professionals regarding the child/family\'s progress
during out of home placement and refers cases for supervisory
consultation. Completed Permanency Plans when necessary. Provision of
Counseling to Families Referred for Services. Utilizes advanced
counseling techniques and theories with families. Refers
parents/children to services of ancillary agencies. Provides 24-hour
juvenile intake services. \*\*\*\*\* APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply In
Person: Portage County Human Resources 1462 Strongs Ave. Stevens Point,
WI 54481 Apply Online: www.co.portage.wi.us Other: You may also call
715-346-1327 to have an application mailed to you.
is hiring two (2), limited term, 20 hr / wk Social Worker\'s to support
the Child Welfare Assessment section. These positions will work
approximately from mid-May until mid-September, 2024. What are the
primary job duties? Provision of Child Welfare Services Regarding Child
Abuse/Neglect. Performs child abuse/neglect initial assessments in
accordance with state standards. Submits required reports for initial
assessments in accordance with state standards. Makes determinations as
to whether abuse or neglect occurred or was likely to occur according to
state statutes and standards. Completes court reports and devises
comprehensive and coordinated service and treatment plans. Collaborates
with agency, school, court, law enforcement, District Attorney, etc., to
provide necessary services to families. Provides information for legal
petitions and testifies in Court. Provision of Substitute Care Services
to Families. Assesses need for substitute care services (foster home,
group home, residential center) for children. Evaluates and legally
implements appropriate substitute care resources in accordance with the
child\'s treatment needs. Evaluates substitute care and monitors child
safety during placement period. Provides on-going counseling and support
to the foster parents, birth family, and child during placement.
Consults with other professionals regarding the child/family\'s progress
during out of home placement and refers cases for supervisory
consultation. Completed Permanency Plans when necessary. Provision of
Counseling to Families Referred for Services. Utilizes advanced
counseling techniques and theories with families. Refers
parents/children to services of ancillary agencies. Provides 24-hour
juvenile intake services. \*\*\*\*\* APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply In
Person: Portage County Human Resources 1462 Strongs Ave. Stevens Point,
WI 54481 Apply Online: www.co.portage.wi.us Other: You may also call
715-346-1327 to have an application mailed to you.
Company Information
Name :
PORTAGE COUNTY
Application Information
Apply by mail :
Attn: Human Resources - PORTAGE COUNTY
1462 Strongs Ave
STEVENS POINT, WI 54481
1462 Strongs Ave
STEVENS POINT, WI 54481
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