Social Services Worker

Social Worker

The Wyoming Department of Family Services is seeking a Social Worker dedicated to enhancing the well-being of Wyoming families and communities. In this role, you will work directly with individuals and families facing a variety of challenges, helping connect them with essential services, community resources, and support systems designed to promote safety, stability, and self-sufficiency.

Social work is both rewarding and demanding, requiring compassion, resilience, sound judgment, and the ability to navigate complex situations and administrative processes. This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful and lasting impact on the lives of children, families, and vulnerable individuals throughout the community.

This position is located in Newcastle, a community situated along the edge of the Black Hills National Forest, with the Thunder Basin National Grassland located to the west and south of the city. The area provides abundant outdoor recreation opportunities, including hiking and mountain biking along the Flying V Trail System, fishing, snowmobiling, and cross-country skiing.

Newcastle is also within driving distance of several notable attractions, including Jewel Cave National Monument, Vore Buffalo Jump, Crazy Horse Memorial, and Devils Tower National Monument.

Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays
• Retirement - Pension and 457B plans that help you build a secure future
• Flexible schedules and work-life balance options
• Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities and MUCH MORE!

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Preference may be given to applicants with a Bachelor's Degree in social work, sociology, psychology, criminal justice, or administration of justice. Preference may be given to applicants with the ability to work a flexible schedule, which may include evenings, nights, holidays, weekends, and on-call hours.

• Knowledge of mental illnesses, medications, capacity, and competency.
• Knowledge of State and Federal laws pertaining to Social Work, including ICWA, ICPC, AFCARS, ASFA, and others.
• Knowledge of the court system, juvenile protection laws, and federal and state laws.

Education:

Bachelor's Degree (typically in Social Services)

Experience:

0-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in Social Services Programs) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Social Services Aide OR Education & Experience Substitution: 3-5 years of progressive work experience (typically in Social Services Programs) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Social Services Aide Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
None

This position takes place in an average work environment.

• FLSA:
  Non-Exempt
• All positions within the Department of Family Services will require a background check, including the taking of fingerprints, which will be completed through the Wyoming Department of Criminal Investigation, the Department of Family Services, and the Federal Bureau of Investigation, for every successful applicant.