Children Services Worker

Wisconsin Counties; Rhinelander (WI); Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wisconsin Retirement System benefits

Health, dental and vision insurance

Paid Time Off with carryover

Job summary

Oneida County Human Services is seeking a Children Services Worker for the Children, Youth and Families unit. This role serves children and youth in Child Welfare and Youth Justice, with a trauma-informed approach and strong emphasis on training and supervision.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in a qualifying field, no prior experience required, and comprehensive training will be provided. 40-hour weeks with some remote work options are available, and on-going professional development

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, sociology, or criminal justice.
• Eligible for certification as a Certified Social Worker or already certified.
• Pass a 40 wpm typing test.
• Valid Wisconsin Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Determine the needs of children and families, arrange services and referrals.
• Provide opportunities for growth and learning; supervision and training provided.

Skills

Engaging families

Social work knowledge

Strong communication

Computer skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in social work/psychology/sociology/criminal justice

Certified Social Worker eligibility or certification

Typing speed 40 WPM test

Valid Wisconsin Driver’s License

Tools

Typing test

Driver's license

Job description

Children Services Worker
Oneida County Human Services

Would you like the opportunity to work with children and families in a Trauma Informed Agency that empowers, educates and supports agency staff to provide services in a caring, compassionate and safe environment? Oneida County is accepting applications for a Children Services Worker positions in our Children, Youth and Families unit, serving children and youth in Child Welfare and Youth Justice. If you have a Bachelor degree in a qualifying field, this may be the position for you! No previous experience required and excellent training provided.

JOB DUTIES:

The work involves determining the needs of children and families, arranging services, and making referrals to other resources as needed. Position provides opportunities for growth and learning experiences. Supervision and excellent training is provided.

EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS AND LICENSING:

Ideal candidates must be able to gather, access and use information in developing case plans; ability to engage families; plan and provide appropriate and effective referrals; knowledge of the principles and practices of social work; knowledge of laws, regulations, and practices pertaining to social service programs; good oral and written communication skills; ability to maintain accurate records; strong computer skills; have a valid Wisconsin Driver’s License. Must be able to pass 40 wpm typing test.

Qualified applicant must have a Bachelor degree in social work, psychology, sociology, or criminal justice, and be eligible for certification as a Certified Social Worker through the State of Wisconsin or already be certified. Applicants with a training certificate or who can obtain a training certificate are encouraged to apply. For more information, please visit: https://dsps.wi.gov/Pages/Professions/SocialWorkerTrainingCertificate/Default.aspx.

WAGES AND BENEFITS:

Starting 2026 hourly rate of $27.99 to $30.39, based on prior experience, plus an excellent benefit package, including Wisconsin Retirement System benefits, affordable health, dental and vision insurance and a PTO (Paid Time Off) package with the ability to carryover unused PTO into future years.

WORK HOURS AND SCHEDULE:

Position works weekdays, 40 hours per week, with the ability to work some hours remotely; flexible work schedule available. The position also requires limited paid 24-hour on-call duties (approximately 30 days per year).

This position is open until filled.

Oneida County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Deadline Note: This position is open until filled.