Psychosocial Rehab Specialist - CYFS

State of Idaho; Twin Falls (ID); Presencial; USD 27.000 - 39.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Paid time off

Retirement plans

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Descripción de la vacante

The Idaho Department of Health & Welfare is seeking a Psychosocial Rehab Specialist on the Foster Care Licensing Team in Twin Falls. You will deliver direct services to foster families, monitor outcomes, and collaborate with Social Worker staff to support safety and well-being of children in care.

Position involves home visits, case documentation, and coordination with community resources; strong behavioral management and case management skills required.

Formación

• Minimum qualifications include a psychosocial rehabilitation credential or a related bachelor's degree.
• Strong computer literacy for data entry, emailing, and reporting.

Responsabilidades

• Deliver direct services to licensed foster families and monitor outcomes.
• Coordinate with social workers and participate in interdisciplinary staffing.
• Utilize community resources to resolve foster family issues.
• Write home studies and maintain case records.

Conocimientos

Human services

Behavioral management

Case management

Communication

Educación

Bachelor’s degree or USPRA certification

Herramientas

Computer literacy

Descripción del empleo

Psychosocial Rehab Specialist - CYFS - 27634

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

23.92 - 23.92 USD per hour

Posted a week ago | Apply before November 15, 2026

Description

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

***THIS ANNOUNCEMENT WILL BE OPEN UNTIL FILLED. APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE TO BE CONSIDERED.

The Division of Youth Safety and Permanency has the following opening for Psychosocial Rehab Specialist on the Foster Care Licensing Team located in Twin Falls.

This position will carry a workload of families licensed to provide foster care and may also provide direction and guidance to Social Worker staff. They deliver and provide direct services to foster families and monitor a foster family's achievements of outcomes for safety, permanency and well-being. They also utilize an array of community resources to resolve issues and participate in interdisciplinary team staffing to support foster families and the children in their care.

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
• Carry a workload of complex and difficult foster care licenses
• Incumbent will also provide direct services to foster families
• Conduct home visits to assess safety and suitability of family home
• Write comprehensive home study assessment in accordance with state/federal regulations
• Recommend approval or denial of foster home licensure
• Maintain up to date case records and documentation of each foster home
• Conduct annual relicense
• Investigate complaints or licensing violations
• Offer ongoing support for licensed foster homes in receiving annual training
• Address placement challenges and conflicts
• Promote retention with supportive and engaging connection and communication with foster families
• Prepare appropriate home studies for permanency selections
  

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 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.