Social Worker – Child Protective Services

Nichols College; Dudley; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate Social Worker for Child Protective Services. In this vital role, you will provide trauma-informed support to families, assess needs, and develop intervention plans for children in need. You'll collaborate with various stakeholders, conduct home visits, and participate in court proceedings. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the community while working within a supportive Human Services team. If you are passionate about helping families and making a difference, this role is for you.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related field required.
• 30 hours of intake training under Wisconsin Statutes within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement case plans based on assessments and reports.
• Conduct home visits to evaluate living conditions and parental capabilities.
• Provide training to law enforcement and schools on child protective services.

Skills

Trauma-informed services

Motivational interviewing

Client assessment

Case management

Family support

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work

30 hours of intake training

Job description

Social Worker – Child Protective Services

Recruitment began on May 2, 2025

and the job listing Expires on May 15, 2025

Join our team and make a difference in your community as a Social Worker for the Child Protective Services Unit within the Human Services Department.

A career with Sauk County will bring unlimited opportunities to provide support, assistance, and growth to local communities. Sauk County is the ultimate destination where anyone can happily live, work, and play. We are looking for someone who has the desire to support local communities and be a part of the Human Services team.

The purpose of the Social Worker- Child Protective Services is to provide trauma-informed ongoing services to families, assess client needs, develop and implement intervention services for children and juveniles in need of protection, and to act as a liaison between the agency and families for the Sauk County Department of Human Services.

• Develop and implement case/permanency plans based on information from:
• Family
• Initial assessments
• Interviews
• Court and police reports
• Therapist’s reports
• School reports
• Assess needs and risk levels and recommend services, counseling, therapy, protective placements, and/or alternative care.
• Prepare and maintain a variety of documents such a:
• Access reports
• Contact notes
• Case Records
• Initial assessments
• Safety plans
• Protective Plans
• Rate settings
• Court reports
• State and agency forms and reviews
• County and departmental reimbursement forms
• Applicable court/legal forms
• Permanency Plans
• Case Plans
• Child and Adolescent Needs assessment
• Provide supervision and/or case management to families exposed to trauma on a long-term case basis.
• Conduct home visits to assess and develop:
• Safety of living conditions
• Parental protective capabilities
• Necessary safety controls
• Receive and analyze reports of alleged child abuse and/or neglect.
• Conduct motivational interviewing.
• Participate in preparation, attend, and testify in court as needed
• Obtain and Maintain Child and Adolescent Needs (CANS) certification
• Provide training to law enforcement, schools, and others on scope of practice in child protective services.
• Participate in committees, task forces, and multidisciplinary teams as assigned.
• Connect families to outside resources.
• Provide backup coverage to other Social Workers or cases as needed.
• Transport families as needed.
• And other duties as assigned.

Required Working Hours

Standard working hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 am until 4:30 pm. Please note these hours are subject to change and additional hours may be needed or required. After hours on-call/take duties, as well as on call for family or community emergencies are required. Compensation for additional hours beyond normal working hours are subject to applicable state and federal regulations.

Minimum Training and Education

Required:

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or another related field

Complete 30 hours of intake training under Wisconsin Statutes Chapter 48.06 and 938.06 within 6 months of start

Licenses/Certifications:

Wisconsin State Motor Vehicle Operator’s License

Obtain a Wisconsin State Social Work License within 6 months of start date

Preferred:

Wisconsin Child Protective Services experience

Any combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge, skills and abilities may be considered.

Sauk County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.