Children Services Worker

and the job listing Expires on April 2, 2026

Would you like the opportunity to work with children and families in a Trauma Informed Agency that empowers, educates and supports agency staff to provide services in a caring, compassionate and safe environment? Oneida County is accepting applications for a Children Services Worker positions in our Children, Youth and Families unit, serving children and youth in Child Welfare and Youth Justice.

If you have a Bachelor degree in a qualifying field, this may be the position for you!
No previous experience required and excellent training provided.

The work involves determining the needs of children and families, arranging services, and making referrals to other resources as needed. Position provides opportunities for growth and learning experiences. Supervision and excellent training is provided.

Ideal candidates must be able to gather, access and use information in developing case plans; ability to engage families; plan and provide appropriate and effective referrals; knowledge of the principles and practices of social work; knowledge of laws, regulations, and practices pertaining to social service programs; good oral and written communication skills; ability to maintain accurate records; strong computer skills; have a valid Wisconsin Driver’s License.

Must be able to pass 40 wpm typing test.

Qualified applicant must have a Bachelor degree in social work, psychology, sociology, or criminal justice, and be eligible for certification as a Certified Social Worker through the State of Wisconsin or already be certified. Applicants with a training certificate or who can obtain a training certificate are encouraged to apply. For more information, please visit: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Worker Training Certificate /Default.aspx .

Starting 2026 hourly rate of $27.99 to $30.39, based on prior experience, plus an excellent benefit package, including Wisconsin Retirement System benefits, affordable health, dental and vision insurance and a PTO (Paid Time Off) package with the ability to carryover unused PTO into future years.

Position works weekdays, 40 hours per week, with the ability to work some hours remotely; flexible work schedule available. The position also requires limited paid 24-hour on-call duties (approximately 30 days per year).

Complete job description and required Oneida County application can be obtained idacountywi.gov . Completed application, resume, and college transcripts can be mailed to Oneida County LRES, P.O. Box 400, Rhinelander, WI 54501 or emailed to KLPayne .

Final date to receive applications is Monday, March 16, 2026 at 8:30 a.m.

Oneida County is an Equal Opportunity Employer