What are the responsibilities and job description for the Social Worker - Western Regional Adolescent Services position at La Crosse County, WI?
Salary : Negotiable
Location : La Crosse, WI
Job Type : Full Time
Department : Human Services
Division : Human Services-Adolescent Services
Opening Date : 12 / 18 / 2024
Overview
Calling all Social Workers!
Are you passionate about serving your community and eager to grow in a supportive environment?
Join La Crosse County and take the next step in your career.
Embrace a full-time position with a work schedule that allows for work-life balance. We are committed to creating a supportive and inclusive work environment and offer the opportunity to become part of an organization that values all team members and respects diversity.
The primary focus of this position is case management for all areas of the Western Regional Adolescent Services facilities (Secure Detention, C.O.R.E. Academy and Shelter). Under supervision, this employee assists clients with environmental and supportive services designed to overcome family, peer, and / or community problems; conducts individual or family assessment to determine services needed; provides agency services when appropriate; and refers clients for other community services when needed. Services to clients may take the form of protective actions in their behalf or on behalf of the community. Administrative supervision will be provided by the Adolescent Services Superintendent, while case management supervision will be made available by the Youth Justice Supervisor.
Salary range : $59,002 - $75,862
We offer :
- A supportive, collaborative, inclusive, and diverse workforce.
- Ample opportunities for career learning, development, and growth.
- A culture of respect, teamwork, honesty, and integrity.
- The chance to serve your community in a purposeful and meaningful way.
- Flexibility with generous paid time-off benefits.
In addition, we provide excellent benefits, including :
Essential Job Functions
Demonstrates self-leadership, seeks out opportunities for personal growth and development, accepts feedback and demonstrates ability to learn and apply.
Shares ideas and demonstrates respect, humility, honesty, and open-minded thinking.
Demonstrates flexibility, acceptance of change and emotional intelligence.
Takes initiative and demonstrates the ability to think critically and strategically.
Participates as a contributing member of the team and brings authentic self to discussions regarding all aspects of the work.
Demonstrates ability to build and maintain effective relationships.
Provides case management services to youth placed in the secure or shelter facilities in line with state and federal standards and best practices.
Accepts requests and referrals for agency services.
Conducts thorough assessments through interviews, home visits and collateral investigations, to determine the range of services needed by these individuals and their families for preventative, remedial or rehabilitative services.
Explains the scope of the agency's services and discusses the client's rights and responsibilities in relation to the use of such services.
Arranges or provides for appropriate social services for clients based on assessments of needs.
Conducts regular case evaluations and develops and updates service plans accordingly.
Maintains case records containing pertinent, accurate and current information.
Prepares correspondence, reports and other records as required
Coordinates or participates in team meetings
Participates in committees and task forces as assigned.
Testifies in court as necessary or required.
Maintains confidentiality of client-related information, maintains respectful treatment of clients, and adheres to the La Crosse County Standards of Conduct in the Administrative Code (3.13).
Adheres to approved social worker principles, methods and practices, including the National Association of Social Worker's (NASW) code of ethics.
Maintains skill and competence levels as policies and regulations change by attending department / staff meetings and by participating in continuing training as required and appropriate.
May perform duties and responsibilities as defined in Chapter 938 of the Wisconsin Statutes and established court procedures.
Provides assessments, treatment planning, court services and monitoring of delinquents and their families.
Coordinates services with outside treatment providers, school personnel, law enforcement and the court systems.
Participates in assigned committees / coalitions, meetings or required trainings.
May participate in on-call rotation including nights, weekends and holidays and responds to calls for Juvenile Justice after-hours calls.
Conducts primary case management responsibilities for youth from La Crosse County and surrounding counties ordered into the C.O.R.E. Academy, Juvenile Detention Facility or Shelter Facility, which includes, but is not limited to : assessment of risk and need, coordination and scheduling of services, individualized cognitive work and skill building, independent living education, running groups, coordination with other professionals, working with juveniles' families, aftercare planning, data collection, etc.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Training, Experience and Other Requirements
Employees in this class are offered a comprehensive benefit package including :
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Life Insurance
Wisconsin Retirement System
Vacation
Sick Leave
Holidays
Deferred Compensation
Section 125 - Flexible Spending Account
For a more detailed overview of each of these benefits, please click
Salary : $59,002 - $75,862
