Social Services Worker 2026-02599

State of Wyoming; Greybull (WY); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

State Retirement Plan

Paid vacation, sick leave, and holydas

Job summary

The State of Wyoming's Department of Family Services is seeking a Social Worker to help Wyoming families by assessing needs and linking them to vital resources. You will work with youth and families in community or placement settings, develop and monitor treatment plans, and coordinate with law enforcement and other agencies to ensure safety and well-being.

Responsibilities include maintaining case files, testifying in court when needed, and providing group education and discharge planning.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's Degree (typically in Social Services).
• Experience: 0-2 years in Social Services Programs at a Social Services Aide level.
• OR substitution: 3-5 years in Social Services Programs at the Aide level.

Responsibilities

• Determines client needs for basic social services for children and adults.
• Carries a caseload and keeps all case file documentation current.
• Works collaboratively with law enforcement, other professionals, and agencies.
• Develops and monitors treatment plans for youth in the community or placement.
• Prepares assessments, designs case plans, and evaluates progress.
• Prepares for and testifies in court and attends multi-disciplinary meetings.

Education

Bachelor's Degree (typically in Social Services)

3-5 years progressive work experience in Social Services Programs (Substitution)

Job description

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

As a Social Worker with the Department of Family Services (DFS), you will play a pivotal role in enhancing the well-being of Wyoming families by engaging with individuals and families facing various challenges and connecting them with vital resources. Social work is both rewarding and demanding. You'll face complex situations that require empathy, resilience, and the ability to navigate bureaucratic processes. It's not always easy, but the impact you'll make is invaluable.

We believe our employees are our most valuable asset. That’s why we offer:

• -Competitive Compensation
• -Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• -State Retirement Plan
• -Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays

Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities and MUCH MORE!

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ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Determines client needs for basic social services for children and adults.
• Carries a caseload and keeps all case file documentation current.
• Works collaboratively with law enforcement, other professionals, and agencies.
• Works directly with the institution or facility to develop and monitor a comprehensive treatment plan for youth in the community (home) and/or placement, including foster care and residential.
• Monitors assess and address community service and restitution needs and maintain a schedule of restitution responsibilities.
• Provides group educational sessions in cognitive skills to help develop pro-social behaviors.
• Develops discharge plans with the facility, youth, and family prior to discharge from the facility.
• Prepares for and testifies in court, preliminary hearings, multi-disciplinary team meetings, family partnership meetings, and court hearings.
• Appears and represents high-risk juveniles during pre-adjudication hearings, periodic reviews, status hearings, and revocation arraignments.
• Interview clients, periodically reassess client needs, and refer clients to community resources or other agency personnel.
• Prepares assessments, designs case plans, evaluates the progress of participants, and makes and monitors appropriate placements.

PREFERENCES:

Preference may be given to applicants with a Bachelor's Degree in social work, sociology, psychology, criminal justice, or administration of justice.

Preference may be given to applicants with ability to work a flexible schedule which may include evenings, nights, holidays, weekends, and on-call hours.

KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of mental illnesses, medications, capacity, and competency.
• Knowledge of State and Federal laws pertaining to Social Work, including ICWA, ICPC, AFCARS, ASFA, and others.
• Knowledge of the court system, juvenile protection laws, and federal and state laws.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Bachelor's Degree (typically in Social Services)

Experience: 0-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in Social Services Programs) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Social Services Aide

OR

Education & ExperienceSubstitution: 3-5 years of progressive work experience (typically in Social Services Programs) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Social Services Aide

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: None

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• This position takes place in an average work environment.

NOTES:

• FLSA: Non-Exempt
• All positions within the Department of Family Services will require a background check, including the taking of fingerprints, which will be completed through the Wyoming Department of Criminal Investigation, the Department of Family Services, and the Federal Bureau of Investigation, for every successful applicant.

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The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.

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