Child Protective Worker - Part Time

Kenosha Human Development Services•Kenosha, WI

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About The Position

The Child Protective Worker provides response for KCDCFS’s Child Protective Service unit. Worker completes Access Reports for allegations of Abuse and Neglect and determines if any Present or Impending Dangers are identified. Worker responds to calls that come in alleging present danger threats and/or impending danger threats by conducting minimal facts interview to determine if child/ren are unsafe and takes the appropriate action.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Human Services field required.
Professional attitude, strong work ethic, ability to work independently and to maintain solid, personal boundaries
Ability to maintain active pace throughout scheduled shifts
Ability to effectively communicate, both written and verbally, in the English language
Must have reliable transportation and valid driver’s license with good driving record
Must carry own auto insurance with at least 100,000/300,000/100,000 coverage
Ability to maintain records and document case notes daily
Ability to give and accept feedback as a part of a team
Ability to traverse within the workspace and community frequently
Be willing to learn and work with the treatment philosophies

Nice To Haves

Experience working with families and youth a plus
Bilingual in Spanish a plus

Responsibilities

Respond to requests for service in a timely and appropriate fashion, providing service based on assessment of client needs a. Determine method of response based on information from referent b. Involve all family members in intervention where possible c. Answer and respond to calls based on priority assessment when necessary
Maintain professional relationships with all systems a. Schools b. Hospitals c. Social Services d. Juvenile Intake Services e. Law Enforcement f. Other community agencies
Fulfill program expectations in cases involving child abuse and neglect a. Follows Wisconsin Child Protective Services Standards for Access, Initial Assessment, and Safety. b. Gathers required information for Access Reports and documents appropriately in WISACWIS. c. Assesses child safety including the adult's protective capacities and the physical condition of the home d. If children are unsafe, develop a safety plan to ensure child safety, including but limited to initiating Protective Plans, supervising children in need of a placement, placing children into foster care when necessary for safety e. Makes referrals to community-based service agencies f. Completes Confirmation of Safe Environments per the Protocol g. Maintains accurate, meaningful, and current case records, reports, and other documents and correspondence, including all required documentation in the Wisconsin State Automated Child Welfare Information System h. Documents client background information, assesses report for present and impending danger threats, and makes screening recommendations i. Works as a part of a team j. Attends in-service training and staff development activities
Requesting Temporary Physical Custody of children a. Follow guidelines established in Chapter 48 and procedure established by Juvenile Intake Services b. Provide documentation immediately c. Provide intake services to child, family, and placement providers
Meet with Victims of a Crime Act (VOCA) consumers a. Provide follow up as appropriate b. Document all contact
Provides immediate case documentation in eWiSACWIS
Respects client confidentiality and follows Code of Ethics established by the National Association of Social Workers
Follows schedule of hours established by coordinator
Other tasks assigned by supervisor
Conduct oneself in a professional manner a. Maintain the confidentiality and other rights of participants, families and staff and follow HIPPA Guidelines for all verbal and written communication b. Problem-solve difficult situations in a timely manner c. Manage difficult or emotional consumer situations by responding promptly to needs, requests for assistance and services d. Give, receive and act upon feedback from supervisors and co-workers in an appropriate manner e. Maintain professional boundaries with consumers and co-workers at all times f. Attend training as requested by supervisors g. Other tasks as assigned by supervisors