Social Services Worker: Transforming Wyoming Families

State of Wyoming; Lyman (WY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

State Retirement Plan

Paid vacation, sick leave, and major-h

Job summary

The Department of Family Services in Wyoming is seeking a Social Worker who will enhance family well-being by connecting individuals with essential resources and navigating complex systems.

You will manage a caseload, collaborate with law enforcement and other professionals, and develop treatment plans for youth in the community or placement, including foster care and residential settings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree (typically in Social Services).
• 0-2 years of progressive work experience in Social Services Programs, or 3-5 years with substitution.
• A background check including fingerprints is required for all applicants.

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 a comprehensive treatment plan for youth in the community (home) and/or placement, including foster care and residential.
• Monitors restitution needs and maintains a schedule of restitution responsibilities.
• Provides group educational sessions in cognitive skills to develop pro-social behaviors.
• Develops discharge plans with the facility, youth, and family prior to discharge.
• Prepares for and testifies in court, hearings, and team meetings.
• Represents high-risk juveniles during pre-adjudication hearings and other proceedings.
• Interviews clients, reassesses needs, and refers clients to community resources or other agency personnel.
• Prepares assessments, designs case plans, evaluates progress, and monitors placements.

Education

Bachelor's Degree (typically in Social Services)

Experience substitution: 3-5 years in Social Services Programs

Job description

The Department of Family Services in Wyoming is seeking a Social Worker who will enhance family well-being by connecting individuals with essential resources and navigating complex systems.

You will manage a caseload, collaborate with law enforcement and other professionals, and develop treatment plans for youth in the community or placement, including foster care and residential settings.