PSR Family Service Worker - CYFS

PSR Family Service Worker - CYFS - 24292

USA: | Human Services | Full Time

25.09 - 25.09 USD per hour

Posted 6 days ago | Apply before July 29, 2026

DEDICATED TO STRENGTHENING THE HEALTH, SAFETY, AND INDEPENDENCE OF IDAHOANS

*** THIS ANNOUNCEMENT WILL BE OPEN UNTIL FILLED. APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE TO BE CONSIDERED.

Do you have a goal of providing services to Idaho’s children and families in the area of child welfare? Do you have personal or professional experience within or in support of programs serving youth and families and/or the child welfare system? The Department of Health and Welfare is hiring a
Psychosocial Rehabilitation Specialist
(PSR) Family Services Worker (unlicensed PSR), in our
Boise
Office on our safety assessment team. Safety Assessors complete a comprehensive safety assessment after the agency receives a referral regarding possible child abuse or neglect. They protect vulnerable children and provide support to families. They ensure every child has the safety and stability to grow to their full potential creating a healthier community.

IMPORTANT:
Incumbents will be required to participate in the Child Welfare Academy in order to learn Idaho child welfare practices and standards and complete Child Welfare Academy assignments. During the probationary period, incumbents carry a reduced child welfare caseload under the guidance of child welfare supervisors or designated experienced child welfare social workers to gain knowledge and expertise necessary to provide professional child welfare services to children and families who are subjects of child abuse or neglect.

* Some travel will be required.

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  addition, successful candidates will be required to complete a criminal history background investigation. Employment is dependent upon satisfactory results of the investigation.

The State of Idaho offers a robust total compensation and benefits package, including but not limited to:

• Paid sick and vacation that begins accruing on your first day of employment; can be used immediately after accruing (no waiting time)
• 2 voluntary supplemental retirement plans including both pre-tax and Roth options
• Deferred compensation plan
• Life insurance for self, spouse, and children
• Short and long-term disability insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Wide variety of training opportunities
• Some positions offer flexible hours and/or telecommuting
• Conduct routine-in person visits with youth placed in congregate care settings.
• Build and maintain supportive relationships with youth, and regional case managers.
• Participate in Treatment team meetings.
• Monitor treatment progress and identify barriers.
• Communicate observations, safety concerns and recommendations.
• Assist with discharge planning.
• Monitor Facility compliance with treatment recommendations.
• Coordinate travel and complete travel documentation.

You must possess all the minimum qualifications below to pass the exam for this position. Please make sure your resume or work history supports your meeting the minimum 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 requirements OR bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, counseling, behavioral science, special education, psychosocial rehabilitation, healthcare, criminal justice or related field from a nationally accredited university or college OR 2-4 upper division courses as stated above AND 2-4 years’ work experience OR experience that represents the knowledge level above.
• Computer literacy…