PSR Family Services Worker - CYFS

PSR Family Services Worker - CYFSPosting Begin Date: 2024/12/13Posting End Date: 2024/12/22Category: Human ServicesWork Type: Full TimeLocation: Multiple Locations, ID, United StatesMinimum Salary: 24.27Maximum Salary: 24.27Pay Rate Type: HourlyDescriptionDEDICATED TO STRENGTHENING THE HEALTH, SAFETY, AND INDEPENDENCE OF IDAHOANSApplications will be accepted through 4:59 PM MST on the posting end date.The Division Youth Safety and Permanency has an amazing opportunity to ensure youth are connected to and are successful in a family setting. The Division is looking for three family services workers for ourBoiseandCaldwellteams who will join regional case managers to search, locate, engage, and connect families with youth who need permanency whether that be through adoption, guardianship or post 18 support. These youth are typically adolescents who have completed treatment and now are needing families to help them flourish within a community setting. The family service workers will serve as the process facilitators and will be supported by our child welfare clinician teams. The Idaho Department of Health & Welfare is a drug-free workplace. Any applicant offered employment in this position at the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare will be required to pass a pre-employment drug test. In addition, successful candidates will be required to complete a criminal history background investigation. Employment is dependent upon satisfactory results of the investigation.This position is not eligible for telework. BENEFITS: BEST RETIREMENT AVAILABLE IN THE NATION We have one of the Nation's best state retirement systems (https://www.persi.idaho.gov/members-1/) (PERSI) that offers a lifetime benefit. OTHER EXCELLENT BENEFITS

11 paid holidays

Generous vacation and sick leave accrual beginning as soon as you start

Paid parental leave (https://dhr.idaho.gov/information-for-state-employees/)

Medical, dental, vision insurance - incredible rates! (full-time/30+ hours per week)

PERSI Choice 401(k)

Deferred compensation plan

Life insurance

Short and long-term disability insurance

Student Loan Forgiveness (https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service)

Wellness programs

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Wide variety of training opportunities

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES:

Explore family and friend connections with youth and relevant collateral sources.

Review youth record and gather information that will help a youth be successful in a home and/or in the community.

Search for family/connection options and orient those identified to the youth's needs.

Facilitate team meetings ensuring all the pertinent parties know their role and can attend.

Provide documentation that outlines next steps and assignments for the next meeting. Distribute to all team members.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND SPECIALTY MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

You must possess all the minimum/specialty minimum qualifications below to pass the exam for this position. Please make sure your resume or work history supports your meeting the minimum and specialty qualifications for this position. Failure to do this may disqualify you from being considered for this position. It is highly recommended to attach a one-page cover letter to your application to demonstrate how you meet the requirements below.

Good knowledge of human services principles and practices including behavioral management methods, social and family systems, cognitive behavioral education and case management methods. Typically gained by a certification as a psychosocial rehabilitation specialist in accordance with USPRA requirementsOR bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, counseling, behavioral science, special education, psychosocial rehabilitation or healthcare or related field from a nationally accredited university or collegeOR2-4 upper division courses as stated above AND 2-4 years’ work experienceORexperience that represents the knowledge level above.

Computer literacy for data entry, electronic mail, composing reports and letters, and storing and retrieving documents.

Valid driver's license.

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PHONE: (208) 334-0681 EEO/ADA/Veteran: The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws. The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email[emailprotected]. Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.