Social Service Worker I — Remote Role with Family Impact

Commonwealth of Kentucky; Mount Sterling (KY); On-site; USD 56,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

The Kentucky Department for Community Based Services (DCBS) seeks a Social Service Worker I in Mt. Sterling, KY.

This executive branch, full-time position requires a bachelor's degree in social work or related field and involves compassionate casework, investigations, and collaboration with families and partners to promote safety and stability. The role requires maturity, ability to work overtime, and strong communication and organizational skills; duties include investigations, case planning,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in social work, sociology, psychology, marriage and family therapy or a related field.
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Responsibilities

• Investigate allegations of child abuse, neglect, and/or dependency
• Meet with family members to determine the merits of a report of child neglect and/or abuse
• Meet with other interested parties such as school and medical staff to gather additional information
• Complete detailed assessments based on the facts obtained during home visits and meetings with interested parties
• Work with families to create a case plan for addressing and correcting issues within the household
• Make referrals to outside community resources to assist the family in overcoming identified barriers and to keep children safe in a permanent home and promote their wellbeing
• Enter case information into the computer
• Complete court reports as needed
• Provide testimony during administrative and judicial hearings
• Work closely with community partners such as law enforcement, school systems, counselors, and shelters.

Skills

Experience with families and children

Verbal and written communication

Time management

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in social work or related field

Job description

The Kentucky Department for Community Based Services (DCBS) seeks a Social Service Worker I in Mt. Sterling, KY.

This executive branch, full-time position requires a bachelor's degree in social work or related field and involves compassionate casework, investigations, and collaboration with families and partners to promote safety and stability. The role requires maturity, ability to work overtime, and strong communication and organizational skills; duties include investigations, case planning,