Social Services Worker 2026-01288

State of Wyoming•Douglas, WY

2d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Social Worker with the Department of Family Services (DFS), you will play a pivotal role in enhancing the well-being of Wyoming families. Your work will involve engaging with individuals facing various challenges and connecting them with vital resources. Social work is both rewarding and demanding. You will navigate complex situations that require empathy, resilience, and the ability to manage bureaucratic processes. While the role is often challenging, the impact you make on the community will be invaluable.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree (typically in Social Services)
0-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in Social Services Programs) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Social Services Aide
Ability to work a flexible schedule, which may include evenings, nights, holidays, weekends, and on-call hours.
Knowledge of mental illnesses, medications, capacity, and competency.
Knowledge of State and Federal laws pertaining to Social Work, including ICWA, ICPC, AFCARS, ASFA, and others.
Knowledge of the court system, juvenile protection laws, and federal and state laws.
Background check, including the taking of fingerprints, which will be completed through the Wyoming Department of Criminal Investigation, the Department of Family Services, and the Federal Bureau of Investigation, for every successful applicant.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's Degree in social work, sociology, psychology, criminal justice, or administration of justice.

Responsibilities

Determines client needs for basic social services for children and adults.
Carries a caseload and keeps all case file documentation current.
Works collaboratively with law enforcement, other professionals, and agencies.
Works directly with the institution or facility to develop and monitor a comprehensive treatment plan for youth in the community (home) and/or placement, including foster care and residential.
Monitors, assesses, and addresses community service and restitution needs and maintains a schedule of restitution responsibilities.
Provides group educational sessions on cognitive skills to help develop pro-social behaviors.
Develops discharge plans with the facility, youth, and family prior to discharge from the facility.
Prepares for and testifies in court, preliminary hearings, multi-disciplinary team meetings, family partnership meetings, and court hearings.
Appears and represents high-risk juveniles during pre-adjudication hearings, periodic reviews, status hearings, and revocation arraignments.
Interview clients, periodically reassess client needs, and refer clients to community resources or other agency personnel.
Prepares assessments, designs case plans, evaluates the progress of participants, and makes and monitors appropriate placements.