Crisis & Protective Services Social Worker

Vance County; Henderson (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Vance County Social Services is seeking an experienced social worker to provide protective, investigative and case management services for at-risk children. The role involves crisis response, treatment planning and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.

The position requires advanced social work knowledge, strong interviewing skills and the ability to testify as an expert witness in court. Work may occur in high-stress environments and involve visits to homes and community agencies.

Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of social work principles, theories and practices as applied to complex casework.
• Ability to prepare investigative reports for the court and treatment plans; testify as an expert witness.

Responsibilities

• Provide protective, investigative, counseling and case management services for at-risk children.
• Investigate alleged neglect or abuse and substantiate findings per federal/state guidelines.
• Provide expert testimony in court hearings and coordinate services for families.

Skills

Social work principles

Case management

Investigation

Expert testimony

Crisis intervention

Communication

Education

Master’s degree in social work

Bachelor’s degree in social work

Master’s degree in counseling

Four-year degree in human services

Job description

Vance County Social Services is seeking an experienced social worker to provide protective, investigative and case management services for at-risk children. The role involves crisis response, treatment planning and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.

The position requires advanced social work knowledge, strong interviewing skills and the ability to testify as an expert witness in court. Work may occur in high-stress environments and involve visits to homes and community agencies.