LSS: Social Worker
Company: LSS
Location: Eau Claire
Posted on: January 10, 2021
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Job Description:
Job Details Description Lutheran Social Services of WI & Upper
MI is committed to helping children in foster care and the parents
who give them a home. Each foster care placement benefits from a
shared goal to reunify the child with his/her family; if that goal
can't be reached, it may change to placing a child in a permanent
family home. If you want to be a part of this vision, considering
joining the foster care services team as a Social Worker. This role
is primarily responsible for case management duties. This is a
part-time, 20 hour per week opportunity. It is primarily, Monday
through Friday, 1st shift. There is an opportunity for the position
to become full-time in the future. The Social Worker Foster Care
Services delivers trauma-informed professional level social work
case management services to children placed in foster care;
assesses, treats and evaluates clients; trains, certifies and
supports foster parents; and performs other duties as required.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: This list of duties and
responsibilities is not all-inclusive and may be expanded to
include other duties and responsibilities, as management may deem
necessary from time to time. Network, both formally and informally,
with professionals in the community. Provide on-call crisis
services as assigned. Follow all LSS policies and procedures
regarding confidentiality and disclosure (HIPPA). Attend regular
staff meetings, individual supervision and program meetings.
Continuing education as directed by supervisor and/or selected by
staff. Travel, as needed. Other responsibilities as assigned.
Licensing Respond to foster parent inquiries via phone or email.
Complete a log of such inquiries and submit quarterly to
supervisor. License/re-license homes according to DCF 56 standards
(in consult with supervisor). Maintain files/licenses of existing
homes (hard and electronic copies). Provide pre-service and ongoing
training to foster parents. Research available training and inform
foster parents of opportunities as they become available; quarterly
at minimum. Conduct annual foster parent evaluations (in consult
with supervisor). Implement work plans, corrective action, and
revocation when necessary (in consult with supervisor). Provide
support and connect foster parents to needed resources. Screen
referrals and inform placement decisions (in consult with
supervisor) Case Management Facilitate placement, both planned and
emergency (in consult with supervisor) Coordinate and facilitate
case management services for children/youth in care. Provide
support and connect foster parents with local resources. Coordinate
and facilitate team meetings. Conduct assessments and complete
support, treatment and independent living plans according to the
expectations set forth in the Foster Care Services Handbook and/or
on the audit checklist. Meet with clients weekly, bi-weekly, or as
otherwise needed. Complete necessary documentation and maintain
client files (hard and electronic copies). Maintain records of
respite services. Run background checks and call references, as
needed. Attend permanency plan reviews and court hearings, as
needed. PERKS: Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Flex Spending for
Dependent & Health Care Mileage reimbursement Paid Time Off 10 Paid
Holidays Ability to Contribute to 403B Employee Assistance Program
Service Awards and Recognition QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job
successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential
duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are
representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Upon offer, candidates must successfully complete the necessary
background, caregiver, medical and any other checks required,
according to program requirements. Reasonable accommodations may be
made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
essential functions. EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE: This position
requires: A Bachelor's Degree in a social work, psychology or
related field and a minimum of 2 years post degree related
experience OR A Master's Degree or higher in a social work,
psychology, or related field. Certification/Licensure is required
(CSW, APSW, LCSW or ability to become certified). CERTIFICATES,
LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: Must have a valid driver's license and
have reliable transportation to perform the essential duties of the
role; a motor vehicle check (MVR) with a satisfactory driving
record per the LSS Driver Safety Procedure is required, and ability
to meet LSS auto insurance requirements. Certification/Licensure is
required (CSW, APSW, LCSW or ability to become certified). LANGUAGE
SKILLS: Ability to communicate both in verbal and written format,
effectively and efficiently in job is required. COMPUTER
SKILLS/TECHNOLOGY: Working knowledge of computers to allow employee
to access computer systems and applications to complete timecards,
read and respond to email, and complete required on-line training.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT: The physical demands and work
environment described here are representative of those that must be
met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions
of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable
individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly
required to sit and use hands to finger, handle, or touch objects,
tools, or controls. The employee frequently is required to talk or
hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; and
stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or
move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this
job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. This
position works in an air-conditioned, office environment, with a
shared workspace. The incumbent will also be exposed to outdoor
weather conditions when traveling on company business. The noise
level in the work environment is usually moderate. TRAVEL: Ability
to travel on day trips as required up to 25%. Some overnight travel
may be required. LSS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action
employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for
employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual
orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, disability
status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or
local law. Travel Required Yes. Frequent travel, 90 minute radius,
some overnight Qualifications Skills Behaviors : Motivations :
Education Required Bachelor Degree or better in Psychology.
Bachelor Degree or better in Social Work. Preferred Master Degree
or better in Social Work. Experience Preferred 2 years:
Professional Social Work Licenses & Certifications Required
Driver's License Preferred Adv Clinical Social Wkr Advanced Pract
Soc Worker Cert Advanc Prac Soc Work Certified Social Worker Cert
Ind Clin Soc Worker Clinical Social Worker Lic Ind Clin Soc Worker
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with
Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other
manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they
have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the
pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have
access to the compensation information of other employees or
applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot
disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals
who do not otherwise have access to compensation information,
unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or
charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding,
hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the
employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to
furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
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