Job description

Family Service Worker

Fort Smith, AR

Job No. 25847

Sebastian County

Apply Online (required)-copy & paste link into your browser: https://arcareers.arkansas.gov/job/Fort-Smith-FAMILY-SERVICE-WORKER-AR-72901/974873200/

NOTE: This position requires a bachelor's degree in any field, and a valid Arkansas Driver's License.

*Starting salary will also increase after completion of training, provided upon hiring.

Summary
The Family Service Worker is responsible for providing protective foster care and supportive services for abused or neglected children.

Job Function: Investigates suspected child abuse and neglect complaints by making on-site visits, securing background information, and interviewing parties involved. Discusses investigative findings and observations with supervisor and recommends the opening of protective services, foster care, or supportive services cases. Intervenes in crisis situations, removes the child from the home if the situation is life threatening, and arranges for temporary placement in foster homes, group homes, or treatment facilities. Develops a case plan to establish goals, objectives, tasks and time frames for all parties involved in case. Provides counseling and guidance to clients in defining their needs, interests, and courses of action and refers clients to other professionals, agencies, services, or community resources appropriate to clients' problems. Recruits and trains families, conducts home studies and family assessments to determine appropriate child placements, and visits clients and/or foster parents on a regular basis to monitor progress toward case objectives. Documents all case work activities and developments and prepares court reports for custody hearings and presents testimony when necessary. Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of the principles and practices of counseling, social work, and case management. Knowledge of the principles, techniques, and methods of investigating . Ability to evaluate family problems and develop a plan of action for improving relationships. Ability to interview and obtain information. Ability to prepare, present, and review oral and written technical and confidential information and reports.

Minimum Qualifications:

The formal education equivalent of bachelor’s degree in any field; Experience cannot be substituted for a bachelor's degree. Starting salary increases upon completion of provided training upon hiring.

Salary/Benefits:

This position provides a competitive starting salary of $36,155.00 with excellent benefits including group health and life insurance, paid maternity leave after 1 year, state pension/retirement plans, paid holidays and annual leave time off. Starting salary increases upon completion of provided training upon hiring.

Learn more about DHS: The Department of Human Services is a place for people passionate about serving others and changing lives for the better. We care for Arkansans of all ages and ensure places like childcare centers and nursing homes are safe. We are the safety net for the most vulnerable Arkansans. Whether you answer the phones, take applications, protect children, or help care for residents or patients at one of our facilities, you make a difference by working at DHS. At DHS, we take care of our employees so you can help care for others. Go to: https://humanservices.arkansas.gov/

“The State of Arkansas does not discriminate in access to employment opportunities or in employment or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetic information.”

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $36,155.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

License/Certification:

• Arkansas Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: One location

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