RoleUnder general supervision, assists attorneys in conducting, assessing, developing intervention plans and services to support children and their families in achieving safety, permanency, and stability.
Major Duties, Responsibilities- Aid in the communication between the child, their attorney, and Department of Child Safety (DCS).
- Work with the client on areas of improvement identified by DCS and/or client’s attorney, including matching them with services to help family reunification when appropriate (i.e., find housing, obtain health insurance, locate treatment).
- Aid in managing the client’s expectations of the dependency process; work to increase the client’s knowledge of and ability to navigate the system.
- Utilize established working relationship with the DCS team.
- Visit child clients in placement as directed by attorney.
- Participate in meetings with other professionals/stakeholders to obtain additional and current information as the case progresses.
- Develop a relationship with the child and observe his/her interactions with the family of origin and current caregivers.
- Interpret all written, verbal, and nonverbal information obtained; advise the direction a case should take or services that need to be provided to the child and/or family.
- Assist attorney in advocating for and advancing client’s best interest.
- Testify in court as an expert witness.
- Frequent travel to and from client residences.
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
Minimum QualificationsEducation: Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Child Development, or closely related field.
Experience: A minimum of two (2) years’ experience in social work, case worker family advocate, or closely related field.
Additional Requirements:Must possess a valid Arizona driver’s license.
Must be a licensed Social Worker in the state of Arizona.
Other SkillsRequired Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of:- Child development, family systems theory, and trauma-informed care principles.
- Crisis assessment and conflict resolution.
- Business English, spelling, grammar, punctuation, and composition.
- Clerical office practices and procedures.
- Research techniques and report writing.
- Current Microsoft Office software.
- Filing and recordkeeping.
Skill in:- Communicating effectively verbally, in writing, and orally in a face-to-face setting and by telephone with the public and employees.
- Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with employees, other agencies, and the public.
- Organizing and adhering to detail.
Ability to:- Maintain trust and confidentiality.
- Demonstrate attentive, courteous, and efficient service.
- Keep management informed of key issues.
- Remain current in knowledge required to perform duties.
- Handle confidential matters and maintain discretion.
- Work professionally and effectively with co-workers, clients, and members of the public.
- Act with courtesy, tact, and diplomacy.
Work Environment:The work environment is associated with an office. The work area is adequately lighted, heated or cooled and ventilated.
Physical Requirements:Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time. Sufficient vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; hearing and speech ability to communicate effectively in-person and telephonically. Capable of frequent repetitive movement of arms, fingers, and wrists. Ability to lift up to 30 pounds.
Additional Job Information:FLSA: Non-Exempt
Grade: 8
Classification: Classified
Safety Sensitive: No
EMPLOYEE BENEFITSYavapai County Government offers a comprehensive employee benefits package to
Full-Time employees working 30 or more hours per week that includes but is not limited to:
• 10 Paid Holidays Per Year
• Annual Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Health Care Insurance - Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term & Short-Term Disability
• Retirement Plans
• Sick Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
ELECTIVE COVERAGE• 457 Deferred Compensation Program
• Dependent Health Care Insurance - Medical, Dental, Vision
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Short-Term Disability
• Supplemental Life (for employees & dependents)
PLEASE NOTE• Part-Time , Temporary and Seasonal employees accrue Sick Leave based on hours worked.
• Part-Time employees have limited benefits available.
• Temporary and Seasonal employees are not eligible to accrue Annual Leave.
Click here to view our benefits summary.Closing Date/Time: 8/6/2024 5:00 PM Arizona
