CHILD WELFARE SERVICES ASSISTANT

State of Louisiana • Baton Rouge, LA

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About The Position

The Child Welfare Services Assistant position at the State of Louisiana involves providing essential support services to clients of the agency, primarily through transportation and assistance in accessing agency services. This entry-level role is crucial in helping clients improve their home management skills and ensuring they receive necessary medical and social services. The position may be filled as a probational or job appointment, with potential for conversion to a permanent role.

Requirements

• Possession of a valid Louisiana driver's license.
• No experience or training is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist professional staff in providing child welfare services to clients.
• Instruct clients in improved standards of housekeeping, shopping, personal hygiene, and childcare.
• Transport clients to clinics, doctors' offices, or other service locations.
• Lift or assist clients with personal belongings and medically needed equipment.
• Observe and report clients' behavior to professional staff.
• Monitor family visitation between caretakers and children.
• Prepare narrative reports and maintain visitation logs as required.
• Schedule and arrange client transportation for follow-up visits.
• Communicate effectively with clients to defuse potentially dangerous situations.
• Complete various forms and reports.
• Secure preliminary social and health history information for professional evaluation.
• Maintain state vehicle and documentation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree