Job Details
Salary: $33.86 - $43.12 Hourly
Location : Madison, WI
Job Type: Full time (1.0FTE)
Job Number: 2024-00040
Department: Human Services Department
Opening Date: 02/23/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: 2634
Description
Dane County Human Services, Children, Youth and Families (CYF) Division has full-time (1.0 FTE) vacancies for Social Worker I and Social Worker II in Child Protective Services (CPS) and Youth Justice (YJ) in Madison, WI.
The Eligibility List created will be used to fill future vacancies over the next six (6) months. All are encouraged to apply.
Equity, Definition and Examples of Duties
COMMITMENT TO EQUITY & INCLUSION
As an employer, we strive to provide a work environment where diversity and differing opinions are valued, creativity is encouraged, continuous learning and improvement are fostered, teamwork and open/honest communication are encouraged, and meeting customers' needs through quality service is a shared goal. All employees must be able to demonstrate multicultural competence - the awareness, knowledge, and skills needed to work with others who are culturally different from self in meaningful, relevant, and productive ways. Applicants from traditionally underrepresented populations including women, racial and ethnic minorities, and persons with disabilities are especially encouraged to apply.
DEFINITION
Under general supervision, this position provides the full range of child welfare, child protection services (CPS) and youth justice (YJ) - related social work activities assigned to County agencies by state law. These activities provide supervision and services to children, youth and families (CYF). Once hired, employees may have the opportunity to advance to the Senior Social Worker level after meeting the advancement criteria specified in the Employee Benefit Handbook.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Receive, analyze and document reports of alleged maltreatment and unborn child abuse. Perform a gate-keeping function by determining which children and families receive further attention from child welfare. Meet with families to identify and prioritize needs and goals and to consider appropriate available services. Establish service agreements with families that ensure child safety, address identified needs within the family, andare consistent with juvenile court orders.Make referrals to appropriate community services and resources.Maintain regular contacts with schools, treatment providers and other involved professionals to ensure service provision, effectiveness, and family's progress. Maintain regular contact with the families to monitor progress and to assist them in following the case plan.Prepare factual, accurate and comprehensive petitions and court reports according to agency policy and file them in court within legal time limits.Attend court hearings according to agency policy and effectively/proactively participate in the process. Contact families promptly after case assignment to schedule meetings.Prepare for assessments by reviewing the case record and other available information prior to family meetings. Conduct assessment interviews with family members according to Department protocols and State mandates. Gather additional information from collateral sources to complete assessments.Within required time limits, complete comprehensive and accurate family assessments, taking into consideration family and individual strengths and needs. Conduct initial assessments by reviewing all relevant information, interviewing all persons according to state standards and within mandated response times.Analyze information regarding risk level, child safety, and maltreatment substantiation.
Education, Experience & Special Requirements
Education, Training and Experience:
Applicants with a Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Social Work, or who are currently in their final academic semester towards obtaining a Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Social Work will be screened through. Applicants with any other major must possess a training certificate, temporary or permanent Social Work Certification from the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS) prior to applying.
Social Worker II
All employees hired with a Master's degree and six (6) months of relevant experience or a Bachelor's degree and two and a half (2.5) years of relevant experience will be hired as a Social Worker II, range 20. Those who do not meet these criteria upon hire will be hired as Social Worker I and will advance to Social Worker II after obtaining one of these criteria.
Certifications/Licenses:
All individuals must possess a degree and a training certificate, temporary or permanent Social Work Certification from the Wisconsin DSPS prior to the first day of employment. If any applicant does not possess a training certificate, temporary or permanent certification on the first day of employment the job offer will be rescinded and they will be terminated. Candidates with a training or temporary certificate must obtain a permanent certification within one (1) year in order to pass probation.
Special Requirements:
Must have a valid driver's license with a good driving record, and access to reliable personal transportation, or equivalent.
Background Check Statement: Some positions may require a criminal background check which can include fingerprinting due to the nature of the job's responsibilities. Wisconsin's Fair Employment Law, s. 111.31 - 111.395, Wis. Stats., prohibits discrimination because of an arrest or conviction record. However, Dane County may disqualify an applicant if the position's responsibilities are substantially related to the applicant's criminal history (e.g., the nature of the crime and its relationship to the position, whether hiring, transferring or promoting an applicant would pose an unreasonable risk to the business, its employees, customers and vendors, etc.). Management reserves the right to make employment contingent upon successful completion of the background check.
For Bilingual Positions:
- Provide services in both English and the required foreign language (e.g., Spanish, Hmong, etc.).1.)
- Applicants being considered for Bilingual positions will be tested during the recruitment process. This may consist of either being able to respond to questions in that language (e.g., Spanish, Hmong, etc.) during the interview; or passing an oral translation (English to foreign language / foreign language to English) exam prior to employment.
Physical and Environmental Work Requirements: Typical office environment. Ability to sit or stand to operate a personal computer with or without assistance. Ability to travel from office to other locations. Ability to see and hear within normal ranges with or without adaptive devices. Extensive computer terminal use, reading and writing.
Knowledge, Skills & AbilitiesKnowledge of, and experience applying social work methods, techniques, policies, procedures and treatment techniques. Knowledge of human development and behavior. Knowledge of dynamics of human relations, including dealing with intellectual, academic, emotional, physical or social disabilities. Knowledge of investigation procedures and applying motivational interviewing techniques. Experience facilitating group and individual counseling for different clientele (e.g., adults, teens or children). Experience working with and relating effectively to diverse populations. Experience identifying and solving problems. Experience in case planning. Knowledge of community resources and support programs. Ability to prepare and maintain complex records and reports. Ability to participate effectively as a team-member. Ability to use a computer to generate reports, complete forms, and document case activity. Excellent personal, written and verbal communication skills. Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
Become a part of the Dane County Team! We offer a wide range of benefits including fully paid dental and HMO health insurance premiums for full time employees/pro rated for part time employees. The County will also provide contributions towards POS health insurance premiums and short/long term disability. Additional benefits available include long term care, vision coverage, flex spending account and deferred compensation programs paid in full by the employee and a wellness program. For further details on insurance benefits visit
Bilingual Pay: Employees who work in bilingual designated positions receive an additional $2.00 per hour.
Undesirable Hours Premium Pay: Employees may receive undesirable hours pay of $2.00 for anytime worked between 6:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m and for anytime on Saturday and/or Sunday. (not applicable with all employee groups).
Paid Parental Leave: Dane County also provides 12 weeks of paid parental leave for birth or adoption of a child.
Caregiver Leave: Dane County offers 80 hours of paid leave to care for an ill family member.
Telecommuting: Telecommuting allows employees to work remotely for all or part of their workweek. Dane County considers telecommuting to be a viable, flexible option when both the employee and the job are suited to such an arrangement. Dane County will permit telecommuting when it benefits the productivity of the employee and their department and if determined by employee's department that telecommuting is not detrimental to either the County or the employee.
Student Loan Forgiveness: If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, you may be able to receive loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program.
WI Retirement System: Employees hired after 7-1-11 must be expected to work a minimum of 1200 hours annually to be enrolled in the Wisconsin Retirement System when hired.
Like our Facebook page:
Dane County participates in E-Verify. For more information see the Notice of E-Verify Participation and Right to Work posters here" and then the 'here' links to this page:
01
Do you possess a Bachelor's (or Master's) Degree from an accredited college or university in Social Work or a related human services field?
02
Please specify. For example - Bachelor's Degree in Social Work
03
Do you possess any of the State of Wisconsin Social Worker Certifications
04
Please provide the certification number AND expiration date.
05
PLEASE READ CAREFULLYThis recruitment will be used to fill multiple vacancies within the Children, Youth and Families (CYF) Division. To expedite the interview process, please select which unit(s) in the CYF Division you are willing to interview for AND accept a job offer.
- Child Protection Services (CPS)
- Youth Justice (YJ)
06
THIS QUESTION IS GRADEDPlease describe your educational or training achievements (including seminars, in-service training, college and/or graduate course work, etc.) which have prepared you for the position of Social Worker in a public child welfare agency. Be specific as to dates, content and source of training.
07
THIS QUESTION IS GRADEDPlease describe any professional experience, life experience and/or training you have had with culturally or racially diverse individuals including children, adolescents, and their families. Be specific as to the nature of the experience or training (i.e., type of work, your role, volunteer or paid, starting and ending dates, etc.).
08
THIS QUESTION IS GRADEDPlease describe any work experiences you have had in the area of assessment and/or case management of families.
09
THIS QUESTION IS GRADEDWorking cooperatively with schools, law enforcement, community agencies and others is an important part of the work done by staff in the CYF Division. Please describe any experience you have had working with schools, law enforcement and other community agencies (this may include work as a volunteer).
Required Question