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PSR Family Service Worker - CYFS

State of Idaho
Rexburg, ID Full Time
POSTED ON 2/25/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/25/2025

Description

DEDICATED TO STRENGTHENING THE HEALTH, SAFETY, AND INDEPENDENCE OF IDAHOANS

Applications will be accepted through 4 : 59 PM MST on the posting end date.

Do you want to make a positive impact on the lives of Idaho's children and families? Do you have personal or professional experience within or in support of programs servicing youth and families and / or the child welfare system? Do you have a desire to serve youth and families in the child welfare system? If this sounds like a good fit to you, we are seeking applicants for Psychosocial Rehabilitation Specialist (PSR) Family Service Worker (FSW) to join our Division of Child, Youth, and Family Services. This position is based in our Rexburg Field Office and will be part of the Child Welfare Safety Team.

This position is not eligible for telework.

The Idaho Department of Health & Welfare is a drug-free workplace.Any applicant offered employment in this position at the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare will be required to pass a pre-employment drug test. In addition, successful candidates will be required to complete a criminal history background investigation. Employment is dependent upon satisfactory results of the investigation.

BENEFITS :

BEST RETIREMENT AVAILABLE IN THE NATION

We have one of the (PERSI) that offers a lifetime benefit.

OTHER EXCELLENT BENEFITS

  • 11 paid holidays
  • Generous vacation and sick leave accrual beginning as soon as you start
  • full-time / 30 hours per week)
  • PERSI Choice 401(k)
  • Deferred compensation plan
  • Life insurance
  • Short and long-term disability insurance
  • Wellness programs
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  • Wide variety of training opportunities

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES :

  • Assess and process referrals for child abuse or neglect and conduct assessment and fact-finding interviews to obtain and assess mental, physical, economic, employment, environmental and social status of client / family / caregiver.
  • Assess interview information to determine substantiation of referrals and prepare written intake reports.
  • Design, organize, implement, and monitor effectiveness of case plans using an array of community resources to resolve issues.
  • Facilitate client access to support services.
  • Complete need and risk assessments on cases and determine eligibility for services and level of care.
  • Carry a full caseload in child welfare.
  • Develop appropriate safety plans for children addressing special needs of clients.
  • Participate in interdisciplinary team staffing to modify treatment plans.
  • Prepare case record notes attesting to engagement with client and results from specific kinds of service.
  • Prepare court reports, affidavits, testimony, etc. for required court proceedings.
  • Determine appropriate client placement and ensure least restrictive environment, take action to reduce risk to client and others by providing emergency, crisis intervention, and after-hours on-call service.
  • Client counseling, social services, support, and change-oriented activities to preserve the family unit and promote client self-determination.
  • MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND SPECIALTY MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

    You must possess all the minimum / specialty minimum qualifications below to pass the exam for this position. Please make sure your resume or work history supports your meeting the minimum and specialty qualifications for this position. Failure to do this may disqualify you from being considered for this position. It is highly recommended to attach a one-page cover letter to your application to demonstrate how you meet the requirements below.

  • Good knowledge of human services principles and practices including behavioral management methods, social and family systems, cognitive behavioral education and case management methods. Typically gained by a certification as a psychosocial rehabilitation specialist in accordance with USPRA requirements OR bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, counseling, behavioral science, special education, psychosocial rehabilitation or healthcare or related field from a nationally accredited university or college OR 2-4 upper division courses as stated above AND 2-4 years' work experience OR experience that represents the knowledge level above.
  • Computer literacy for data entry, electronic mail, composing reports and letters, and storing and retrieving documents.
  • Valid driver's license.
  • PLEASE NOTE : application assistance is not available after the business hours listed below, on the weekends, or on holidays and you must apply before 4 : 59 pm on the closing date. When applying, use CHROME as your browser to avoid complications.
  • If you have questions, please contact us at :

    Email is the quickest way to get an answer to your questions.

    answered Monday through Friday during business hours MST)

    EMAIL :

    PHONE : (208) 334-0681

    EEO / ADA / Veteran :

    The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

    The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY / TTD : 711), or email .

    Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.

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