Case Worker- Weirton

Kids for the Future; Weirton (WV); On-site; USD 46,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

Kids for the Future is seeking a Case Worker to join our Community Based program in West Virginia. The role involves managing a caseload of youth services clients under direct supervision, completing assessments, planning services, and ensuring compliance with agency standards and licensing regulations.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor’s degree in social work or a related field, have a valid driver’s license, and be prepared for frequent local travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in social work or related field; valid social work license or license eligibility.
• Experience with youth/young adults with mental health and substance abuse preferred.
• Must have valid driver's license and proof of automobile insurance as required by law

Responsibilities

• Provide case work services to assigned clients.
• Ensure an adequate and comprehensive assessment of client needs.
• Develop and plan for identified services and ensure services are provided.
• Assess client for ongoing needs and link to the provision of services.
• Advocate for client and family needs to court systems and community providers.
• Monitor and evaluate client progress and adjust interventions as needed.
• Maintain complete and accurate case records within required timelines.

Skills

Adolescents with mental health

Reliable transportation

Child welfare knowledge

Time management

Effective communication

EMR experience

Caseload management

Multitasking under pressure

Documentation accuracy

Adobe/Microsoft software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work (or related field)

Tools

Adobe

Microsoft Office

Job description

• Base Pay $22.32 - $22.32 / Hour
• Employee Type FT Non-Exempt
• Required Degree 4 Year Degree
• Travel 75%

To create better futures for children, families, and the community.

Job Description

Job Title:

Case Worker

Reports To:

DHHR Supervisor & YSS Director of Support Programs

Last Modified:

07/07/25

Department:

Programs

Program:

Community Based

Caseworkers

FLSA Classification:

Non-exempt

Salary Range:

$22.32

Position Status:

Full-time

Expected Hours of Work:

8:00 am-4:30pm (M-F). Additional days or hours may be required.

Frequent local travel

Job Summary:

This position is assigned to work in a WVDHHR office and under the direct supervision of a WVDHHR supervisor as part of that supervisor’s unit. All casework supervision and training is provided by WVDHHR. The caseworker is required to meet the requirements and standards established by WVDHHR. The Caseworker manages a caseload of youth services clients as assigned. The Caseworker is an employee of Youth Services System, Inc. and is subject to all YSS policies and procedures. This employee will ensure compliance with safe work practices and maintain safe environments in compliance with established agency standards, licensing regulations and generally accepted practices

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide case work services to assigned clients.
• Ensure an adequate and comprehensive assessment of client needs.
• Develop and plan for identified services and ensure services are provided.
• Assess client for ongoing needs and link to the provision of services.
• Advocate for client and family needs and services with court systems, human service providers, health systems, as well as other community service providers, agencies or institutions.
• Monitor and evaluate client progress, reassesses client needs and develop further interventions based on continuing assessment and evaluation of progress.
• Develop and maintain complete, accurate case record documentation by established timelines.
• Travel on behalf of client for client needs and services.
• Attend all meetings and court hearings involving clients.
• Attend training as scheduled
• Maintain a current social work license.
• Actively participate in supervision with assigned supervisor.
• Maintain a flexible work schedule to meet client needs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Knowledge and experience with adolescents with mental health diagnosis
• Must have reliable transportation
• Knowledge of various systems including child welfare, mental health, education, and judicial
• Excellent time management and organizing skills
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and written
• Experience with Electronic Medical Records Systems
• Ability to manage a caseload
• Ability to work under pressure and multitask
• Proficient and accurate documentation
• Ability to use Adobe and Microsoft software

Education and Experience:

Requires Bachelor Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, Criminal Justice or related human services field; Requires valid Social Worker License or License eligibility; Prefers QMHP/C Certification. Prefers 2-3 year experience with youth/young adults with mental health and substance abuse diagnosis; Must have valid driver’s license and proof of automobile insurance as required by law

• Business Casual
• Office

The table below shows how much on-the-job time is spent in the following physical activities.

Activity

N/A

Standing

X

Walking

X

X

Using hands to handle or feel

X

Reaching with hands and arms

X

Climbing or balancing

X

Stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling

X

Talking or hearing

X

Driving

X

Transporting clients

X

Lifting less than 10 lbs

X

Lifting 10 – 25 lbs

X

Lifting 25 – 50 lbs

X

Lifting more than 50 lbs

X

Acknowledgment:

I have read and understand my duties as described in this job description.

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