Jefferson Part-Time Safety Services Worker
About The Position
Professional Services Group is hiring a part-time Safety Services Community Worker to make a difference in people's lives and gain valuable experience in the human services field. The In-Home Safety Services (IHSS) Program works with families referred from Jefferson County Human Services to maintain safety in homes where children are at risk for removal. The role addresses issues such as safety, parenting, household management, nutrition, safe and stable housing, service acquisition, education, employment, medical, and mental health and substance abuse/recovery. The worker also provides services to youth reunified with their family after residential treatment, foster care, or treatment foster care. This position is suitable for current students and experienced professionals seeking part-time work in human services.
Requirements
- Must have reliable transportation on a daily basis, a valid driver's license, and automobile insurance.
- Must have at least 60 credits towards a Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Criminal Justice, or related.
Nice To Haves
- Experience working in child welfare is preferred.
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.
- Formulate, implement, evaluate, and review safety assessments and plans.
- Exercise judgment to intervene as an advocate for clients in emergency and crisis situations.
- Conduct face-to-face contact with families to ensure safety and cooperation with safety plan.
- Safely transport clients as needed.
Benefits
- Mileage Reimbursement
- 401k
- profit sharing
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- pet insurance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
