Jefferson Part-Time Safety Services Worker

JOB SUMMARY:

The In-Home Safety Services (IHSS) Program works with families referred from Jefferson County Human Services to maintain safety in homes where children are at risk for removal. The part-time Safety Services Worker addresses a wide range of issues, including: safety, parenting, household management, nutrition, safe and stable housing, service acquisition, education, employment, medical, and mental health and substance abuse/recovery. The Safety Services Worker also provides services to youth who have been reunified with their family after being placed in residential treatment, foster care, or treatment foster care.

This is a great position for both current students and experienced professionals seeking a part-time position in the human services field.

Come join our team for an opportunity to serve families in our community!

• Evaluate youth and families for treatment needs and refer to appropriate resources.
• Analyze client situations, capabilities, and problems to determine services required to control safety threats.
• Formulate, implement, evaluate, and review safety assessments and plans.
• Exercise judgment to intervene as an advocate for clients in emergency and crisis situations.
• Conduct face-to-face contact with families to ensure safety and cooperation with safety plan.
• Safely transport clients as needed.

LOCATION: Jefferson, WI. Local travel is required in the Jefferson County area to complete client visits, with mileage reimbursement.

SCHEDULE: Part-time 12-15 hours per week. Schedule will include every other Sunday and 1-2 evenings during the week

PAY RATE: $21.00 per hour

• Be part of a passionate team dedicated to making a difference in the community!
• Great work-life balance
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Work culture that values not only the health and well-being of the clients we serve, but also our staff
• Opportunities for advancement and professional development
• Employee benefits available for part-time staff include: 401k and profit sharing, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and pet insurance

• Must have reliable transportation on a daily basis, a valid driver s license, and automobile insurance.
• Must have at least 60 credits towards a Bachelor s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Criminal Justice, or related.
• Experience working in child welfare is preferred.

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status

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