Caseworker II (Social Service Worker)

State of Utah • American Fork, UT

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Caseworker II's are fully trained and exercise independent judgment and discretion while working under the supervision of a licensed professional in either assessing human service needs for children, youth, elderly adults, developmentally and/or intellectually disabled individuals, or providing substance abuse counseling to clients in a correctional facility or state institution. Employee recommends appropriate care or intervention, documents client/inmate progress, compiles case histories and prepares other related reports. Develops treatment plans and documents progress. May perform field investigations and determine actions or decisions governing a client's situation. May investigate abuse, exploitation and/or neglect referrals and recommend appropriate actions affecting the client's well-being and social functioning. May coordinate provider services and ensure the quality of services for clients. May perform 24-hour on-call services under supervisor's direction. May require licensure as a Social Service Worker. Generally, at the Department of Corrections the best qualified individuals for this job will have obtained certification as a Certified Substance Use Disorder Counselor. Some employees within this title may work in a correctional environment with an inmate population.

Requirements

• Is licensed as a Social Service Worker in the state of Utah
• Has one year or more of professional experience working with people with disabilities
• Demonstrates sensitivity, tact, and professionalism when interacting with others
• Skilled in professional facilitation and staff training
• Demonstrates the ability to analyze complex information and communicate it clearly in writing
• Demonstrates exceptional interpersonal abilities and a proactive approach to problem-solving
• Must successfully pass a criminal history check.
• May require licensure as a Social Service Worker.

Nice To Haves

• Compose and produce reports, documents and related material
• Use State or agency-specific software application program(s)
• Observe details at close range and at a distance
• Observe physical conditions, behavior or surroundings for potential areas of concern or inappropriate activity
• Hear sounds that may indicate potential areas of concern or inappropriate activity
• Generally, at the Department of Corrections the best qualified individuals for this job will have obtained certification as a Certified Substance Use Disorder Counselor.

Responsibilities

• Organizing and scheduling annual Individual Program Planning (IPP) for up to 70 individuals.
• Writing annual evaluations for the IPP.
• Teaching, training, and gathering new information on rights for people with disabilities.
• Participating as a team member on the Treatment Team.
• Coordinating legal and guardianship issues for assigned caseload.
• Individual Rights advocate. Train individuals and staff, monitors for rights violations, resolves individuals grievances, attends Human Right meetings and coordinates other meetings.
• Protected Health Information (PHI). Trains employees and staff on PHI, gets guardians to complete PHI consent forms.
• Admissions, transfers and discharges. Attends admission meetings as assigned, completes necessary evaluations, coordinates transfers and discharges, writes discharge summaries.
• Assist with funeral and end of life planning.
• Coordinating with the guardian and family at the time of death.
• Provide education and resources for staff.
• Recommends appropriate care or intervention, documents client/inmate progress, compiles case histories and prepares other related reports.
• Develops treatment plans and documents progress.
• May perform field investigations and determine actions or decisions governing a client's situation.
• May investigate abuse, exploitation and/or neglect referrals and recommend appropriate actions affecting the client's well-being and social functioning.
• May coordinate provider services and ensure the quality of services for clients.
• May perform 24-hour on-call services under supervisor's direction.

Benefits

• Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.
• Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization.
• Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals.
• Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation, strong work ethics, and mutual support.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree