Sheboygan Part-Time Safety Services Worker

Professional Services Group•Sheboygan, WI

11h•Hybrid

About The Position

Professional Services Group is seeking compassionate and committed individuals to join their In-Home Safety Services (IHSS) program as a Safety Services Community Worker. This part-time position plays a vital role in supporting families referred by Child Protective Services and the Ongoing Unit to maintain safety in homes where children are at risk for removal. The role involves working closely with families to address concerns related to safety, parenting, household management, nutrition, safe and stable housing, service acquisition, education, employment, medical, mental health, and/or substance abuse issues. The Safety Services Worker also supports families after youth have been reunified following an out-of-home placement. This role offers an exciting opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of families in the Sheboygan community.

Requirements

Must have a Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Criminal Justice, or related.
Must have reliable transportation on a daily basis, a valid driver's license, and automobile insurance.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience working with at-risk youth and families is preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

Evaluate youth and families for treatment needs and refer to appropriate resources.
Analyze client situations, capabilities and problems to determine services required to control safety threats.
Exercise judgment to intervene as an advocate for clients in emergency and crisis situations.
Act as a resource to evaluate and determine necessary responses in de-escalating crisis situations with youth and families.
Conduct face-to-face contact with families, per program standards, to ensure safety and cooperation with safety plan.
Provide timely client updates to other involved employees/agencies.
Safely transport clients as needed.
Assist with Supervised Visitation Program as needed to transport clients to family visits.