Social Services Case Aide

Overview

General Description
Posting Number BSS
26FN
024-A
Under general supervision, worker performs work at full performance level providing a variety of health and human service program activities in a helper capacity. Work involves extensive client contact. Worker often performs work independently under the direction of and in consultation with a professional staff member. Certain areas of assignment may include specific training prior to or within a specific period of time after employment.

Work requires the use of an automobile for travel. Worker may be required to deal with situations which are potentially dangerous to client and worker. Other duties include data entry in facts computer system, setup and record multi-disciplinary treatment meetings, setup multi-disciplinary treatment meetings, setup appointments with appropriate medical personnel, including physical and mental health. Mandatory overtime may be required for this position.

County(ies) of work:
Fayette/Nicholas
Position Number(s): 0511P06123

Example Of Duties And Responsibilities
This position will provide support to the social service units in clerical duties/transporting & supervising visitation of children in state custody. The Social Services Case Aide assists the social service unit by transporting & supervising visitation of the children who are currently in custody in this district. Additional duties of this position include blocking case files, assuring court summaries are filed at the courthouse, providing customers with needed bus passes & drug screening forms, thus freeing time for the child protective service workers to focus on the families for which they are involved.

Minimum Qualifications
Education:
High school diploma or equivalent.
Experience
None.
Special Requirements
Valid driver’s license.

About The Organization
The Bureau for Social Services champions the security, permanence, and welfare of children and vulnerable adults, empowering individuals and strengthening families. Formerly the Bureau for Children and Families, the Bureau for Social Services operates under the West Virginia Department of Human Services, serving children, adolescents, and vulnerable adults facing abuse, neglect, or financial exploitation. Equipped with extensive training to handle delicate situations with compassion and dignity, these workers contribute to the advancement of a vibrant and healthy West Virginia by facilitating access to crucial healthcare, essential social services and benefits, and fostering safe, supportive, and healthy environments.

Through this hard work, at risk populations can begin to thrive within the community.