Description

Job Title: Afterhours Social Service Specialist 3 (SSS3) or Social Service Specialist 2 In-Training (SSS2).
Location: Region 5. (Region Map). We have vacancies for on-call and part-time positions in the Afterhours unit in the Tacoma Office. After Hours Specialists serve children and families throughout Region 5 (Pierce, and Kitsap Counties). Positions require time in the field and office; teleworking is not an option. Travel is required in Pierce and Kitsap Counties and other areas as needed.
Review Date: 10/20/2024
Hourly: $29.41 - $41.53. Positions will receive 10% assignment pay when the incumbent reaches the goal class of Social Service Specialist 3. This in addition to the regular base salary; the required duties include performing visits in unregulated environments, such as private residences, to conduct investigations for allegations of abuse and/or neglect to assess the safety of vulnerable children.

We are looking for Social Service Specialist 3s or Social Service Specialist 2s in training who will be responsible for providing case management services to clients and families in the Afterhours Unit. We are seeking high-energy Social Service professionals with excellent child welfare assessment skills. These opportunities are a great way to supplement your income by working on-call or part-time. We have several vacancies; apply today and join our amazing Afterhours team!

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The Opportunity:

• Responsible for placement of child(ren) in either foster care or relative care in emergent situations.
• Perform advanced-level work in the investigation of child abuse and neglect allegations and specialized case management.
• Investigate allegations, assess complex family situations, and develop plans to protect children either in their own homes or out-of-home care through the intervention of the court system.
• Make face-to-face contact on Emergent referrals.
• Respond to crisis situations of DCYF children who are placed in either foster care or relative care.
• Conduct Health and Safety visits.
• Supervise youth after hours when placement efforts are ongoing or when placement is unable to locate a safe appropriate placement.
• Work collaboratively with other social workers within other units and offices.
• Utilize the Child Health and Education Tracking (CHET) Screens.
• Provide accurate and timely documentation into FamLink.
• Attend and testify in court.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Social Service Specialist 2:
Five (5) years of paid social service experience** AND 30 semester or 45 quarter credits in a Social Services discipline.
OR
A Master's degree in social services, human services, behavioral sciences, or Master’s degree which includes 30 semester or 45 quarter credits in a Social Services discipline AND completed practicum.
OR
A Bachelor’s degree in social services, human services, behavioral sciences, or Bachelor’s degree which includes 30 semester or 45 quarter credits in a Social Services discipline AND One (1) year of paid social service experience.**
OR
One (1) year of experience** as a Social Service Specialist 1.

**Paid Social Service experience (assessing risk and safety is not required).

Social Service Specialist 3:
Six (6) years of paid social service experience* AND 30 semester or 45 quarter credits in a Social Services discipline.
OR
A Master's degree in social services, human services, behavioral sciences, or Master’s degree which includes 30 semester or 45 quarter credits in a Social Services discipline AND One (1) year of paid social service experience* in planning, administering, developing, or delivery of public child welfare, social, health, or chemical dependency treatment programs.
OR
A Bachelor’s degree in social services, human services, behavioral sciences, or Bachelor’s degree which includes 30 semester or 45 quarter credits in a Social Services discipline AND Two (2) years of paid social service experience* in planning, administering, developing, or delivery of public child welfare, social, health, or chemical dependency treatment programs.
OR
One (1) year of experience* as a Social Service Specialist 2.

• Paid social service experience must include at least one (1) year assessing risk and safety to children and providing direct family-centered practice services.

NOTE:
Degrees must be obtained from an accredited college or university whose accreditation is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA), or a foreign equivalent verified by a NACES-approved organization at naces.org. For Degrees obtained outside the U.S.: Foreign Equivalency certification must be attached to the application. Incomplete applications may be screened out of the recruitment process.

This position requires a valid unrestricted (other than corrective lenses) driver's license. Transportation of children is a part of this job. Must be able to lift and carry 20-50 pounds.

• At least one year of experience assessing risk and safety regarding child abuse and neglect concerns or developing safety and service plans with families.
• Ability to incorporate solution-based casework into current practice.
• Knowledge and familiarity with the local community and resources.
• Experience with FamLink and documentation requirements.
• Experience using computer software programs such as Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel.

• Transcripts (Unofficial transcripts are acceptable for application submission)
• Cover Letter
• Current resume detailing experience and education

Supplemental Information:

This recruitment may be used to fill multiple vacancies.

Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.

This position requires a valid unrestricted (other than corrective lenses) driver's license.

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