BHIS-Social Worker

Lutheran Services in Iowa (LSI) currently seeks a full-time or part-time Social Worker within our Behavioral Health Intervention Services (BHIS) program in Waterloo. This position will cover Blackhawk, Bremer, Butler, and Grundy counties and is critical to empowering the children and families we serve toward success. Qualified candidates would have the availability to work with clients and client families during afternoon and evening hours as needed. Travel is required but mileage reimbursement is available.

"I come to work each day ready to empower our families as they become the best versions of themselves. That's what our LSI family is all about." Amy, LSI Service Coordinator

What You'll Do

Our Social Worker will provide skill-based interventions to address the behavioral needs of Iowa children and parents that accompany a mental illness diagnoses. The person in this role is responsible for building the behavioral skills they need to thrive in their home and in their community. In addition, this role will:

• Provide ongoing assessment to families
• Develop and make changes to the implementation plan based on a child or family's individual situation
• Evaluate a child or family's progress

The person in this role would work with our families on weekends and during evening hours in Blackhawk, Bremer, Butler, and Grundy Counties counties. Travel is required, as families are seen in their homes, an office, or other community settings. LSI will reimburse you for mileage, and we offer flexible scheduling.

What You'll Need

Qualified applicants for this role must have one of the following:

• A Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Mental Health Counseling, Family Services, Social Work, Sociology or another human services related field, plus one year of full-time equivalent human service experience. Twenty hours of child mental health training may be substituted for experience.
• A Bachelor's degree in a non-human services related field, plus two years of full-time equivalent human service experience. Thirty hours of child mental health training may be substituted for experience.

Preferred applicants will meet the following qualifications:

• A Master's degree in a human services related field, plus one year of full-time equivalent child mental health services experience

LSI strives to empower Iowa kids and adults in their own language. While most of our LSI teammates speak English on a daily basis in the office, we can better serve our Spanish-speaking families by using their first language during home visits. Bilingual applicants are strongly encouraged!

This position requires a valid driver's license, auto insurance, a good driving record, and the ability to pass an extensive background check, including checks of the Dependent Adult and Child Abuse registries, the Sex Offender registry, and the criminal history check.

How We'll Support You

On top of joining the best team around, you can also receive:

• A competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits
• A flexible schedule
• A 401(k)
• Generous paid time off
• Health, dental, life, and vision insurance
• Career-building opportunities
• Special Team LSI perks like gym discounts, pet insurance, and cell phone discounts through Verizon

Who We Are

LSI is an equal opportunity employer. At LSI we respect diverse life experiences, cultures and heritages, and strive to provide that all voices are heard and valued. You can learn more about our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion at https://lsiowa.org/who-we-are/

Ready for the most challenging and exciting adventure of your life? Join our LSI team today!