PSR Case Aide - CYFS

State of Idaho•Boise, ID

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About The Position

DEDICATED TO STRENGTHENING THE HEALTH, SAFETY, A ND INDEPENDENCE OF IDAHOANS Applications will be accepted through 4:59 PM MST on the posting end date. The Division of Youth Safety and Permanency, Child Welfare Program is seeking multiple Psychosocial Rehabilitation Specialist's in Boise, Idaho. Successful candidates must be able to work autonomously and within teams while gaining extensive knowledge of Child and Family Services activities, programs, and policies and must display reliability, excellent communication skills, attention to detail, effective business writing skills, a high level of professionalism, and an exceptional ability to successfully coordinate and complete multiple tasks; punctuality and dependability are key for this position. If you have previously applied for Psychosocial Rehabilitation Specialist and wish to be considered for the current vacancy, you must reapply under this announcement. Previous scores will not be used. IMPORTANT: Incumbents will be required to participate in the Child Welfare Academy in order to learn Idaho child welfare practices and standards and complete Child Welfare Academy assignments. During the probationary period, incumbents carry a reduced child welfare caseload under the guidance of child welfare supervisors or designated experienced child welfare social workers to gain knowledge and expertise necessary to provide professional child welfare services to children and families who are subjects of child abuse or neglect. Some travel will be required. The Idaho Department of Health & Welfare is a drug-free workplace. Any applicant offered employment in this position at the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare will be required to pass a pre-employment drug test. In addition, successful candidates will be required to complete a criminal history background investigation. Employment is dependent upon satisfactory results of the investigation.

Requirements

Good knowledge of human services principles and practices including behavioral management methods, social and 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 bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, counseling, behavioral science, special education, psychosocial rehabilitation, healthcare, criminal justice or related field from a nationally accredited university or college OR 2-4 upper division courses as stated above AND 2-4 years' work experience OR experience that represents the knowledge level above.
Computer literacy for data entry, electronic mail, composing reports and letters, and storing and retrieving documents.
Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

Track child medical appointments and coordinate follow-up services for vision, dental, medical, and medication care
Collect medical records and upload to electronic file system
Complete, submit, and track residential admissions paperwork, to include Medicaid process
Make referrals to Idaho Infant Toddler Program, per Standard guidance
Complete formal referrals for mental health services
Assist with coordination of school transportation for foster youth
Administer Independent Living assessment tool and make Independent Living referrals
Coordinate parent participation in child routines and activities
Organize family team meetings and coordinate follow-up tasks
Complete Child and Family Social and Medical Information Forms, to include paternity identification and assist with process establishment; Tribal identification and assist with sending Tribal notices; and identify relative supports and assist with making relative locate referrals
Complete outgoing Interstate Compact on the Placement of Children (ICPC) applications
Coordinate parent/child visits
Coordinate and track compliance with appropriate child court notifications
Complete collateral contacts with service providers

Benefits

We have one of the Nation's best state retirement systems (PERSI) that offers a lifetime benefit at retirement.
11 paid holidays
Paid sick and vacation that begins accruing on your first day of employment; can be used immediately after accruing (no waiting time)
Paid parental leave
Medical, vision, and dental insurance benefits that become effective first of the month following your hire date. All contributions can be pre-tax (full-time/30+ hours per week)
2 voluntary supplemental retirement plans including both pre-tax and Roth options
Deferred compensation plan
Life insurance for self, spouse, and 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