Social Worker I​/II - Child Protection

This is a Social Worker I/II position doing ongoing child protection in the Children’s Division. This role offers a dynamic and meaningful opportunity to work with children and families across a wide range of case types and circumstances.

In this position, social workers carry a diverse caseload that may include:

• In-home and out-of-home placement cases
• Court-involved and non-court cases
• Truancy and educational neglect cases
• ICPC (Interstate Compact on the Placement of Children) cases
• Children and youth across all age ranges

The core of this work centers on supporting parents and caregivers by connecting them to critical services that promote safety, stability, and long-term wellbeing. This frequently includes coordination of resources related to:

• Chemical health
• Mental health
• Parenting education and support
• Other community-based services

Social workers in this role collaborate closely with a multidisciplinary network of professionals, including schools, therapists, medical providers, attorneys, and community partners, to ensure the safety and wellbeing of children while strengthening family functioning.

This position is ideal for a social worker who:

• Is a strong communicator and collaborator, able to engage effectively with families and professionals
• Can balance meaningful, direct work with families alongside timely and thorough documentation
• Brings empathy, critical thinking, and sound judgment to complex family situations
• Thrives in a position where no two days are the same
• Seeks to be a part of a strong, supportive team

Additional Expectations

• Travel within the state may be required to meet with families or support case needs
• Participation in court processes, including testifying, is a regular component of the role
• Managing significant documentation responsibilities in compliance with policy and timelines

This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who values variety, purpose-driven work, and making a meaningful impact in the lives of children and families.

• 2 years paid work experience as a child protection social worker in a county or tribal agency
• Experience interacting with and providing services to individuals from a variety of cultural and ethnic backgrounds
• Paid work experience working with children and families
• Master’s degree in social work (or related)
• Experience using SSIS

8:00 - 4:30 Monday - Friday.

Work schedules (hours and days) and location are subject to change based on department needs.

$70,720.00 - $96,470.40 Annually (This position may be hired at the Social Worker II level, depending on qualifications.)

Washington County participates in the federal E-Verify program. This means that Washington County will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. If the Government cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, Washington County is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact DHS and/or the SSA before taking adverse action against you, including terminating your employment.

Employers may not use E-Verify to pre-screen job applicants and may not limit or influence the choice of documents you present for use on the Form I-9.

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