Family Service Worker - CYFS Job at State of Idaho in Coeur d'Alene

Overview

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

THIS ANNOUNCEMENT WILL BE OPEN UNTIL FILLED. APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE TO BE CONSIDERED.

Positions

We invite candidates to apply for one of the following roles in our Division of Child, Youth & Family Services at the Coeur D'Alene Office:

• Psychosocial Rehabilitation Specialist (PSR) – unlicensed PSR
• Child Welfare Social Worker 1 (licensed Social Worker in Idaho)
• Child Welfare Social Worker 2 (licensed Social Worker in Idaho with a Master’s degree or 2 years of experience in Child Welfare)

Key Requirements

• Must be licensed as a social worker in Idaho to be considered for the Child Welfare 1 or 2 position. If you are not interested in being licensed, consider the Psychosocial Rehabilitation Specialist position.
• Incumbents will be required to participate in the Child Welfare Academy and complete assignments.
• Reduced caseload during probationary period under guidance of supervisors.
• Some travel required.

Compensation (Hourly)

• Psychosocial Rehabilitation Specialist – $25.51 per hour
• Child Welfare Social Worker 1 – $27.30 per hour
• Child Welfare Social Worker 2 – $30.96 per hour

Benefits

• 11 paid holidays
• Paid sick and vacation (accrues on the first day of employment, can be used immediately after accruing)
• Paid parental leave
• Medical, vision, and dental insurance (effective first of the month following hire date; contributions can be pre‑tax for full‑time employees)
• Two voluntary supplemental retirement plans (pre‑tax and Roth options)
• Deferred compensation plan
• Life insurance (self, spouse, children)
• Short and long‑term disability insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Wide variety of training opportunities
• Some positions offer flexible hours and/or telecommuting
• Additional perks and discounts available through medical provider
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility
• Employee assistance program

Example Duties

• Assess and process referrals for child abuse or neglect and conduct assessment and fact‑finding interviews.
• Determine substantiation of referrals and prepare written intake reports.
• Design, organize, implement, and monitor effectiveness of case plans using community resources.
• Facilitate client access to support services and manage a full caseload in child welfare.
• Complete need and risk assessments and determine eligibility for services and level of care.
• Develop appropriate safety plans for children, addressing special needs.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team staffing to modify treatment plans.
• Prepare case record notes and court reports, affidavits, testimony for required proceedings.
• Determine appropriate client placement to ensure least restrictive environment.
• Provide client counseling, social services, support, and change‑oriented activities.
• Apply varying treatment modalities for problem resolution.

Minimum Qualifications

Psychosocial Rehabilitation Specialist

• Good knowledge of human services principles and practices including behavioral management methods, social & 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 a bachelor’s degree in a related field or 2‑4 upper‑division courses plus 2‑4 years’ experience.
• Computer literacy for data entry, email, report writing, and document retrieval.
• Valid driver’s license.

Child Welfare Social Worker 1 (CWSW1)

• Current licensure as a social worker in Idaho under Idaho Code 54‑3201 et seq.
• Valid driver’s license.

Child Welfare Social Worker 2 (CWSW2)

• Licensure as a social worker in Idaho under Idaho Code 54‑3201 et seq.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Successful completion of Idaho Welfare Academy sessions and assignments (or 9‑month experience in child welfare case management).
• OR Two years’ experience in a public child welfare system with completion of the academy within the first year.
• OR Master of Social Work degree with completion of the academy within the first year.

Application Instructions

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Contact

• Email: dhwjobs@dhw.idaho.gov
• Phone: (208) 334‑0681

EEO/ADA/ Veterans

The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals based on concealed disabilities, veteran status, and all protected classes. We provide reasonable accommodations and assist applications for disability, and may give preference to veterans.