PSR Case Aide - CYFS

IdahoPTV; Idaho Falls (ID); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Retirement plans

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Flexible training opportunities

Some telecommuting

Job summary

Idaho Department of Health & Welfare in Idaho Falls is seeking a Psychosocial Rehabilitation Specialist to support child and family services. The role involves intake assessments, safety planning, and coordinating with community partners to deliver services.

Applicants should have a background in human services or a related field and a bachelor's degree. The position offers a robust state benefits package including health, retirement, and training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Good knowledge of human services principles and practices.
• Computer literacy for data entry and report writing.

Responsibilities

• Assess and process referrals for child abuse or neglect.
• Conduct interviews to obtain and assess client status.
• Develop safety plans and determine eligibility for services.
• Collaborate with schools, probation, courts, and CASA.
• Maintain case records and provide emergency on-call support.

Skills

Human services

Behavioral management

Case management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work

Job description

USA:ID:Idaho Falls | Human Services | Full Time

23.92 - 23.92 USD per hour

Posted 5 days ago | Apply before August 23, 2026

Description

DEDICATED TO STRENGTHENING THE HEALTH, SAFETY, AND INDEPENDENCE OF IDAHOANS

Do you have a goal of providing services to Idaho’s children and families in the area of child welfare? Do you have personal or professional experience within or in support of programs serving youth and families and/or the child welfare system? Are you looking for a career with advancement opportunities and an excellent compensation package? If this sounds like a good fit for you, come join the Child and Family Services team as a Psychosocial Rehabilitation Specialist in our Division of Child, Youth & Family Services, in our Idaho Falls Office.

If you have previously applied for Psychosocial Rehabilitation Specialist (PSR) and wish to be considered for the current vacancy, you must reapply under this announcement. Previous scores will not be used.

The Idaho Department of Health & Welfare is a drug-free workplace.Any applicant offered employment in this position at the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare will be required to pass a pre-employmentdrug test.In addition, successful candidates will be required to complete a criminal history background investigation. Employment is dependent upon satisfactory results of the investigation.

BENEFITS:

The State of Idaho offers a robust total compensation and benefits package, including but not limited to:

• Paid sick and vacation that begins accruing on your first day of employment; can be used immediately after accruing (no waiting time)
• 2 voluntary supplemental retirement plans including both pre-tax and Roth options
• Deferred compensation plan
• Life insurance for self, spouse, and children
• Short and long-term disability insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Wide variety of training opportunities
• Some positions offer flexible hours and/or telecommuting
• Assess and process referrals for child abuse or neglect and conduct assessment and fact-finding interviews to obtain and assess mental, physical, economic, employment, environmental and social status of client/family/caregiver.
• Assess interview information to determine substantiation of referrals and prepare written intake reports.
• Facilitate client access to support services and carry a full caseload in child welfare.
• Complete need and risk assessments on cases and determine eligibility for services and level of care.
• Develop appropriate safety plans for children addressing special needs of clients.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team staffing to modify treatment plans.
• Prepare case record notes attesting to engagement with client and results from specific kinds of service.
• Determine appropriate client placement and ensure least restrictive environment, take action to reduce risk to client and others by providing emergency, crisis intervention, and after-hours on-call service.
• Initial Visitation between children and parents.
• Work with community partners including schools, probation, courts, and CASA.

You must possess all the minimum qualifications below to pass the exam for this position. Please make sure your resume or work history supports your meeting the minimum qualifications for this position. Failure to do this may disqualify you from being considered for this position.It is highly recommended to attach a one-page cover letter to your application to demonstrate how you meet the requirements below.

• Good knowledge of human services principles and practices including behavioral management methods, social and family systems, cognitive behavioral education and case management methods. Typically gained by a certification as a psychosocial rehabilitation specialist in accordance with USPRA requirements OR bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, counseling, behavioral science, special education, psychosocial rehabilitation, healthcare, criminal justice or related field from a nationally accredited university or college OR 2-4 upper division courses as stated above AND 2-4 years’ work experience OR experience that represents the knowledge level above.
• Computer literacy for data entry, electronic mail, composing reports and letters, and storing and retrieving documents.

If relocating to Idaho, the Department of Health & Welfare does not reimburse the cost of relocating and the department does not sponsor anyone with a work visa.

If you have questions, please contact us at:

Email is the quickest way to get an answer to your questions.

(answered Monday through Friday during business hours MST)

EMAIL: [e-mail]
PHONE: [phone]

EEO/ADA/Veteran:

The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact [phone] (TTY/TTD: 711), or email [e-mail].

Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.