Jefferson Part-Time Safety Services Worker

Professional Services Group is now hiring for the part-time Safety Services Community Worker!

Are you looking for a meaningful part-time position to make a difference in people's lives? Do you want to gain valuable experience in the human services field while helping families in your community? Join our team at Professional Services Group as the Safety Services Community Worker!

JOB SUMMARY:

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 part-time Safety Services Worker addresses a wide range of issues, including: safety, parenting, household management, nutrition, safe and stable housing, service acquisition, education, employment, medical, and mental health and substance abuse/recovery. The Safety Services Worker also provides services to youth who have been reunified with their family after being placed in residential treatment, foster care, or treatment foster care.

This is a great position for both current students and experienced professionals seeking a part-time position in the human services field.

Come join our team for an opportunity to serve families in our community!

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE SAFETY SERVICES WORKER:

• 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.

LOCATION: Jefferson, WI. Local travel is required in the Jefferson County area to complete client visits, with mileage reimbursement.

SCHEDULE: Part-time 12-15 hours per week. Schedule will include every other Sunday and 1-2 evenings during the week

PAY RATE: $21.00 per hour

WHY WORK WITH PSG/CIP?

• Be part of a passionate team dedicated to making a difference in the community!
• Great work-life balance
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Work culture that values not only the health and well-being of the clients we serve, but also our staff
• Opportunities for advancement and professional development
• Employee benefits available for part-time staff include: 401k and profit sharing, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and pet insurance

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.
• Experience working in child welfare is preferred.

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status

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