Social Worker, DCFS-Youth Justice Unit

City of Kenosha; Kenosha (WI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Kenosha is seeking a dedicated Social Worker for the DCFS-Youth Justice Unit. This role involves supporting youth and families through assessments, case management, and collaborative efforts with community stakeholders. Ideal candidates will have experience in juvenile justice or child welfare and a passion for enhancing the well-being of children and families.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate

No on-call after-hours responsibilities

Opportunity for advancement

County issued cell phone and laptop

Qualifications

• Two years of experience working with children and families in juvenile justice/child welfare.
• Knowledge of Wisconsin State Statute Chapter 938.
• Ability to engage with youth and families compassionately.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments of youth and families and prepare court reports.
• Provide case management and develop treatment plans.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date case records.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Decision Making

Interviewing

Assessment

Conflict Resolution

Education

Degree in Social Work or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Excel

Job description

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JOB REQUIREMENTS: The Kenosha County Division of Children and Family

Services, a leader and innovator in child welfare, is seeking an

experienced Social Worker/Case Manager who has a passion for improving

the lives of children and families, strong organizational skills, sound

decision making, the ability to work independently and with their team,

and a passion for child safety. This position reports to the Social

Worker Supervisor. The Youth Justice Social Worker/Case Manager provides

ongoing supervision of delinquent youth, juveniles in need of protection

and service, and adjudicated school truants. This position conducts

assessments of youth and families, prepares court reports and other

court documents, creates case plans, makes recommendations for length of

supervision and services, monitors and supports youth compliance with

court orders, maintains case records, performs home visits, and monitors

youth in out-of-home placements. This position requires attending

Juvenile Court hearings, refers families for services, and works

collaboratively with community stakeholders and service providers.

Duties include: Interview Juvenile Court involved youth and their

families to obtain relevant youth and family assessment information

Prepare a disposition report for the court, including youth and family

risks and needs and recommendations for length of supervision and

services needed Represent DCFS and provide testimony in court hearings

Develop treatment plans including specific types of services designed to

help youth reduce delinquent behavior, improve school attendance,

improve decision making, increase youth competency, and improve family

functioning Provide case management including regularly meeting with the

youth and family to continually assess the youth and family needs,

monitoring activities and school attendance, promoting and supporting

successful completion of supervision (client contact occurs at home,

school, or other locations in the community) Prepare referrals for

services and determine through interviews, school visits, home visits,

and collateral information, the range of services needed Meet regularly

with service providers to ensure that services provided are consistent

with the court order and case plan expectations Develop permanency plans

and determine progress toward permanency goals for youth placed in

out-of-home care Maintain accurate, meaningful, and current case

records, reports and other documents and correspondence, including all

required documentation in the Wisconsin State Automated Child Welfare

Information System (eWiSACWIS) Work collaboratively with schools and a

variety of service providers Perform other work as required or assigned

Career Advantages Competitive hourly rate No on-call after-hours

responsibilities Monday-Friday work schedule 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Opportunity to be a part of a great team Training to learn, grow, and

succeed Competitive benefits package including pension Opportunity for

advancement County issued cell phone and laptop Positive workplace

culture \*\*\*\*\* OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Experience

Minimum of two years relevant work and/or internship experience working

with children and families in juvenile justice/child welfare or similar

field; three or more years of experience preferred Success Factors

Knowledge of Wisconsin State Statute Chapter 938 and state and local

laws, regulations, and procedures pertaining to delinquent and school

truant youth Knowledge of evidence-based practices and structured

decision making in youth justice Knowledge of adolescent development and

the impact of trauma and violence Knowledge of motivational interviewing

practices Knowledge of trauma-informed care and case management

Knowledge of mental health and substance abuse and its impact on

families Skill in engagement, conflict resolution, safety management,

time management, interviewing, assessment, and organization kill in

verbal and written communication, active listening, public speaking, and

documentation Ability to gather and assess information and develop

effective case plans and recommendations Ability to make decisions

independently, balancing the interests of the youth and the community

Ability to document case management electronically Ability to verbally

present case information in court and in various staffing settings

Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and meet time requirements, adapting

to unexpected changes in schedule Ability to de-escalate hostile and

defiant clientele while providing information and referrals Ability to

provide feedback to collateral contacts regarding work expectations and

duties Ability to take accurate notes and details regarding assessment

and youth contact Ability to maintain confidential information Ability

to respond to crisis situations Ability to work respectfully in a

diverse and inclusive environment and remain professional and courteous

at all times Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel Physical

Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those

that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential

functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable

Individuals With Disabilities To Perform The Essential Functions. The

position involves light physical demands, such as exerting up to 25

pounds of force occasionally, and up to 10 pounds of force frequently

Ability to visit families in their homes which may include stairs

\*\*\*\*\* APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Other: To see the complete job

description and to apply for this position, please visit our website,

www.kenoshacountywi.gov/jobs, and click the \"View Open Jobs\" button.

Must be submitted no later than Sunday, June 15, 2025. Kenosha County is

An Equal Opportunity Employer. Apply Online

www.kenoshacountywi.gov/jobs

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