What are the responsibilities and job description for the Caseworker I position at Somerset County Children & Youth Services?
Our Work Changes Lives!
Are you looking for a rewarding career helping children and families?
Somerset County Children and Youth Services is looking for enthusiastic, compassionate, and meticulous Caseworker I to join our growing team!
This career will allow you to gain useful and rewarding firsthand experience – and make a real impact on people’s lives.
This full-time position offers a competitive salary, and generous benefit package, pay increases after 12 and 18 months, and tuition reimbursement!
Our generous benefit package includes:
- personnel days
- vacation time
- paid holidays
- Pension plan
- Health care with prescription drug coverage
- Vision
- Dental
- And More!
What does a Caseworker I / Case Manager/Direct Support Professional/ Social Services do? Some of what you is:
· Gain knowledge of the method, procedures, rules and regulations necessary to perform social service / case management support services
· Schedule monthly interactions with children, families, care workers, faster families
· Work with families to help them create a more productive environment
· Advocate for clients' rights and access to services
· Help provide crisis intervention and support to clients facing challenging situations
· Collaborate with other professionals, such as social workers and healthcare providers, to ensure comprehensive care
· Assist families in understanding and utilizing resources from public and private social services to meet their needs
What do you need to be a Caseworker I / Case Manager/Direct Support Professional/ Social Services?
· A Bachelor’s Degree
· OR Associate’s Degree with 2 years of paraprofessional case management
· OR Associate’s Degree with 2 years of experience as a County Social Service Aide III
This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of individuals and families in need. If you are passionate about social work, possess excellent communication skills, and have a desire to help others navigate challenging circumstances, we encourage you to apply for the Caseworker I position.
*Must be able to pass a background check and drug screen*
Somerset County Children and Youth Services affirms a commitment to nondiscrimination in services, and equal opportunity and affirmative action in all employment actions and procurement activities
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $34,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- On call
Work Location: In person
Salary : $34,000
