Social Service Worker I (Interim)

Commonwealth of Kentucky; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated individuals for interim positions within the Jefferson Service Region. These roles are designed to meet a temporary need and offer a unique opportunity to make a difference in the community. Ideal candidates should possess a bachelor's degree in social work or a related field, with a preference for bilingual applicants in Spanish. The position involves providing emergency services and visiting clients in various settings, ensuring that support is available when it matters most. If you're passionate about helping others and ready to take on a dynamic role, this opportunity could be the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

Locality premium of $4.00 per hour

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field is required.
• Bilingual in Spanish is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Provide emergency services on a 24-hour basis.
• Visit clients and families at their residences.

Skills

Bilingual in Spanish

Education

Bachelor's degree in social work

Bachelor's degree in sociology

Bachelor's degree in psychology

Bachelor's degree in marriage and family therapy

Job description

EXECUTIVE BRANCH | LESS THAN 9 MONTHS MAXIMUM | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK

Cabinet for Health & Family Services | Dept for Community Based Services

Location:
908 W Broadway L&N Building
Louisville, KY 40203 USA

Description:
Employees assigned to the Jefferson Service Region receive a $4.00 per hour locality premium.

We are hiring multiple positions within the Jefferson Service Region. Positions are all within Jefferson County.

This is an Interim position, established to address a one-time or recurring need of less than nine (9) months duration and exempt from the classified service under KRS 18A.115.

A preferred but not required skill of this position is bilingual in Spanish. If an applicant possesses this skill, an additional Premium Rate is available as a certified CHFS Interpreter. Any applicant who wishes to pursue this Premium Rate as a certified interpreter will require a certification to be completed by CHFS. The additional Premium Rate will become available after completing the certification process in accordance with cabinet standards.

EDUCATION: Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree in social work, sociology, psychology, marriage and family therapy, or a related field.

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: NONE

Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: NONE

Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: NONE

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: If employed by the Cabinet for Health and Family Services or the Department of Juvenile Justice, an employee in this job classification must furnish to the appointing authority within one month of employment, documentation that he/she possesses a valid driver's license. Must maintain any required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials for the length of employment in this job classification. The employing agency is responsible for ensuring the employee possesses and maintains required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials.

Working Conditions:
Performs job duties in an office/facility or residential program setting and visits clients and/or families at their residence. Provides emergency services on a 24-hour basis, including accepting referrals and completing investigations at any hour without prior warning. As a result of enforced intervention, the worker runs the risk of physical harm.

If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact STEPHANIE BENTLEY at [e-mail] or 502-271-9883.