Caseworker - Licensing/Support

Family Resources; Dubuque (IA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Life insurance

Paid time off

Personal time

Holidays - 12 paid

401(k) 50% match up to 10%

Mileage reimbursement

Cell phone reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Family Resources in Dubuque and surrounding areas seeks a Caseworker - Licensing/Support for the Foster & Adoption program. This full-time position assists families to become licensed foster parents and provides ongoing support to foster families across Eastern Iowa, including high- and low-volume geographic areas.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Human Services, Social Work, or related field, valid driver's license, and flexibility for evenings/weekends.

Job description

We are Family ResourcesFamily Resources is a nonprofit social services agency that was founded in 1849. Our mission is to support successful lives to build strong communities. Family Resources values safety, integrity, trauma-informed care, partnerships, and dignity & respect.Employee Benefits:40-hour work weeks.Affordable health, dental, vision insurance, short-term disability (majority of premium is covered by employer).Long-term disability and life insurance (fully paid by employer).Paid time options:8 to 16 hours of PTO every month to accrue based on education/experience, plus a rollover of PTO every year up to 320 hours.24 hours of personal time. *40 hours of self-care. **prorated at date of hire & resets January 1st each year.Longevity leave – after 10 years of full-time employment, we pay you to take 320 hours off to rejuvenate and not use any paid time off options.12 paid holidays.401(k) 50% matching up to 10% & financial planning guidance.Pet insurance options.$25.00 cell phone reimbursement.$0.50 mileage reimbursement per mile.Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Other ExtrasWork/Life BalanceEmployer qualifies as a Public Student Loan Forgiveness employerEfficient, Inclusive, Flexible, and Trauma-Informed work environmentManageable workloadsFamily Resources runs on an Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) purely.When hiring, we look at the whole body, The Head, The Heart, and The Briefcase for hiring success. When we hire, we ensure you:Are you the “Right Person, for the Right Seat”?You get it, want it, and have the capacity to do it.Your values align with the agency’s values.With EOS, Living Your Ideal Life Means:Doing what you love – “spending your days doing things you love and are great at – things you do that give you energy and that you’re passionate about.”With people you love – “being with people you really love being around, who are enjoyable and uplifting, and with whom you can be your authentic self.”Making a huge difference - “making a huge impact and leaving a legacy, whether it’s with the world, your employees, clients/customers, family, friends or yourself.”Being compensated appropriately - “making as much money as you want by providing value to others, helping them get what they want”With time for other passions – “Having time to pursue the other activities you’re passionate about in your personal life.”Operate by managing and strengthening the 6 key components – Vision, People, Data, Issues, Process, and Traction.Individuals who thrive at Family Resources include those who:Live our values. Understand that this isn’t just a job. The work is about trying to change ourselves and the communities we live in.Engage in self-reflection for personal growth.Are self-advocates. Balance respecting leadership with proactively bringing up conversations about organizational needs.Have some humility and know that no one person has all the answers.Be Patient.Values feedback.Can work as part of a team and move work forward independently.Draw on both lived experience and knowledge that comes from reflection, conversation, and research in carrying out their job duties.QualificationsEducation Required: Bachelor's degree in Human Services, Social Work, Behavioral Sciences, or related field.Education Preferred: Master's degree in Human Services, Social Work, Behavioral Sciences, or related field.Experience Required: 1 year of related experience.Experience Preferred: 2 years of related experience and knowledge of the foster care and adoption system.Valid driver’s license in good standing and vehicle with appropriate auto insurance required. Must be able to pass the motor vehicle record background check.Position SpecificsTypically a 40-hour Workweek.Position Hours: Monday-Friday, 9:00 am-5:00 pm - some weeknights and weekends to accommodate client needs.Comprehensive benefits are offered.Hourly position at $21.80 per hour, estimated at $45,345.74 annually.Location: Dubuque and Davenport and surrounding areasPosition DetailsThe Caseworker - Licensing/Support in the Foster & Adoption program works to assist families with the process of becoming licensed foster parents and providing support to those foster families. This position will specialize in providing either licensing or supportive services in “high volume” geographic areas of Eastern Iowa. The position will work in a blended role in “low volume” areas of Eastern Iowa (locations could include: Scott, Muscatine, Dubuque, and Des Moines Counties & surrounding areas), providing both licensing and supportive services to foster and adoption families. This position operates under a subcontract with Four Oaks Family and Children Services and is responsible for adhering to all Family Resources and subcontract policies and procedures, including any updates established by either organization, to ensure compliance with the Foster & Adoption contract. This position requires reliable transportation and proof of auto insurance. These responsibilities are carried out under the direction of the Supervisor - Foster & Adoption. This position requires a flexible schedule that may include working nights, weekends, and holidays.As a member of Family Resources, you will have an EOS leader who:Gives clear directionsEnsures you have the necessary toolsActs with the greater good in mindDelegates appropriatelyTakes time to truly understand your role and how you can help the companyMakes their expectations clearCommunicates wellHas effective meetingsMeets one-on-one with you one time per monthRewards and recognizes your performance