Caseworker I — Help Families Safely Thrive

State of Utah; Richfield (UT); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

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Job summary

DCFS Richfield Office, part of the Utah Division of Child and Family Services, seeks a Caseworker I or Social Service Worker to work with children and families on safety, permanency, and services. The role emphasizes in-home services, family collaboration, and coordinated referrals to community resources. On-site in Richfield, Utah.

Qualifications focus on four years of related work or education and a valid Utah driver’s license; licensure varies by role, with on-call expectations as needed.

Qualifications

• Previous or current employment with DHHS or related child welfare fields, or a combination of experience and education to equal four years.
• If work experience was not full-time, the equivalent must be calculated in comparison to full-time.

Responsibilities

• Investigate reports of abuse, exploitation, and neglect; assess safety, risk, and family needs.
• Develop plans for children’s safety and ongoing services with families.
• Coordinate and refer services to community resources and courts.
• Supervise visits between parents and children to ensure safety.
• Prepare detailed case documentation including intake records, assessments and progress.

Job description

DCFS Richfield Office, part of the Utah Division of Child and Family Services, seeks a Caseworker I or Social Service Worker to work with children and families on safety, permanency, and services. The role emphasizes in-home services, family collaboration, and coordinated referrals to community resources. On-site in Richfield, Utah.

Qualifications focus on four years of related work or education and a valid Utah driver’s license; licensure varies by role, with on-call expectations as needed.