Social Worker - Foster Care

GENERAL SUMMARY:

Provides in home Counseling services to Treatment Foster Care children and Foster families. Provides ongoing case support, coordination and advocacy services to ensure a safe and stable environment for children in out of home care. Ensures homes are licensed and maintained according to Wisconsin state statutes DCF 54, 56 & 12 including any required training.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

· Reviews referrals for TFC placement and assists with making appropriate matches.

· Maintains program identified caseload of TFC children and foster homes

· Conducts initial licensing visits to perspective TFC parent to ensure initial compliance with licensing standards.

· Complete applicable reports and documentation in a timely manner

· Provide in home support consultation, one to one training, counseling and support services at minimum bi-weekly, which may include individual and family consultation and meetings.

· Crisis intervention

· Supports the goals of the agency mission.

· Inputs data and thoroughly documents all interactions in required agency systems for analysis and review.

· Assist in training and facilitating sessions and support groups with TFC parents and respite providers.

· Attend and participates in relevant court and/or school appointments, medication reviews, team meetings and represent the agency professionally and positively at all times.

· Provides discharge planning and aftercare services for the child in care.

· Facilitate TFC treatment planning and reviews.

· Maintains client/parent records as mandated by DCF 56 and agency protocols.

· Provides referrals and advocates for child and foster parent as needed.

· Writes reports related to child’s treatment (court reports, client assessments, progress notes, treatment plans, etc.)

· Collaborate with child’s treatment providers and other professionals.

· All other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

·Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related field required; Master's preferred

· If Bachelor’s degree at least three years’ experience working with youth in Out of Home placement settings or relevant environments.

· If Master's at least one year experience in Social Services and working with youth in Out of Home placements.

· Certification in Social Work required, licensing is preferred.

· Experience with SED clients preferred.

· Ability to display cultural competence by responding respectfully and effectively to people of all cultures, languages, classes, races, ethnic backgrounds, religions and other diversity factors in a manner that recognizes, affirms and values the worth of individuals, families and communities and protects and preserves the dignity of each.

· Proficient in computers skills with the ability to use Internet, Microsoft office products, email, virtual platforms, etc.

· Ability to express self verbally and in written formats.

· Valid Wisconsin Regular Driver’s License, clear of major moving violations.

· Ability to provide proof of personal auto liability insurance.

· Ability to work a flexible schedule.

· Group facilitation experience a plus.

· Ability to work cooperatively using a team approach.

· Ability to assess and plan for permanency placements for foster children

· Ability to assist foster parents, biological parents and child in obtaining reunification whenever possible.

· Ability to communicate effectively with clients and other staff

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 403(b)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Loan forgiveness
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Social Work: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License and Auto Insurance (Required)
• Social Work license or certificate (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Milwaukee, WI 53214