Copy of Child Welfare Case Worker

Children and Families First Delaware Inc • Georgetown, DE

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About The Position

The Counselor I provides assessment, prevention, and crisis intervention through home-based, family-focused support services. The position maintains a flexible, organized, and efficient work schedule and may require working beyond a normal workday and being on call to facilitate program services. The Counselor I carries and manages up to 15 cases, supports clients and families through ongoing engagement, and completes required documentation in accordance with agency, state, accreditation, and other applicable requirements.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in human services or a related degree, with 2–3 years of related experience.
• Demonstrated ability to engage effectively and respectfully with a diverse service population.
• Prior professional or academic experience in child welfare, family services, or community-based organizations.
• Exceptional organizational and time-management abilities.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Previous experience working with specific age groups, such as children or adolescents, as required by the program.
• Flexibility to adjust work assignments and schedules, including evenings and weekends, to meet client needs.
• Willingness and ability to travel within the assigned county and statewide.
• Valid driver’s license that meets agency insurance requirements, maintained throughout employment.
• Consistent commitment to safe driving practices.
• Ability to perform the essential duties satisfactorily, with reasonable accommodation available for individuals with disabilities.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in social work, human services, or a related degree, with 2–3 years of related experience.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to an evidence-based social work model, principles, and practices.
• Carry and manage up to 15 cases.
• Conduct initial intake with clients and their families or guardians.
• Provide home-based assessment, counseling, crisis intervention, advocacy, and referral services to clients and families.
• Establish and maintain therapeutic relationships with clients and families through ongoing engagement strategies.
• Provide after-hours on-call coverage on a rotating basis.
• Testify at court hearings as necessary.
• Participate in regular peer review, individual supervision, and case consultation as appropriate.
• Establish and maintain professional, collaborative relationships with the agency, community, and key stakeholders.
• Maintain timely documentation in the agency database and other required records, including assessments, service plans, safety plans, case notes, and discharge plans.
• Plan, design, and present educational programs as appropriate.
• Supervise students as assigned.
• Participate in the PQ Process.
• Maintain agency standards regarding confidentiality, quality, and productivity.
• Transport clients as needed using company vehicles.
• Serve on staff committees as assigned and/or approved.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) plan with matching
• Life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Education and training benefits, including tuition assistance and clinical licensure assistance
• Employee wellness benefits
• Vacation, sick, personal, and holiday pay
• Mileage reimbursement
• Access to an agency vehicle

What This Job Offers

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