Social Worker-Public Adoption Services - Western Region

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Clinical Supervision and Consultation

• We offer a free, robust clinical supervision experience for any type of licensure that focuses not only on client needs, but employee development.

Training

• LSS is focused on the continued growth of our employees and ensuring we provide high quality services.
• LSS employees are eligible for receiving internal as well as financial support for external trainings to support your growth and required Continuing Education (CEU) credits.

Flexibility

• LSS is a family/employee-focused agency which values work-life balance.

• Employees can adjust their schedules to accommodate personal commitments by flexing their schedule or utilizing time off.

• Some programs have the option of working remotely.

Benefits Package

• 10 paid holidays (ex: Friday after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, MLK Jr. Day, Memorial Day, etc.)

• 2 personal days

• Sick & Vacation Time

• LSS makes annual raises and additional bonuses a priority for employees

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

• Flex Spending for Dependent & Health Care

• Mileage reimbursement

• Ability to Contribute to 403B

• Employee Assistance Program

• Service Awards and Recognition

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Upon offer, candidates must successfully complete the necessary background, caregiver, medical and any other checks required, according to program requirements. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

This position requires:

• A Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, psychology, sociology, criminal justice, or other human service program approved by the Social Worker Section of the DSPS guidelines.

• A Master's degree in Social Work or closely related field is preferred.

• Two years of experience working in Human Services or Social Work field is preferred.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

• The incumbent of this position must have a valid driver's license and have reliable transportation to perform the essential duties of the role; a motor vehicle check (MVR) with a satisfactory driving record per the LSS Driver Safety Procedure is required, and ability to meet LSS auto insurance requirements.

• Must be a certified or licensed social worker (CSW, APSW, LISW, LCSW) or the ability to become licensed.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

• Ability to read, write, analyze and interpret to complete required documentation by established timeframes.

• Ability to document in a neat, legible, accurate, objective and consistent manner to reflect the services provided.

• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from all levels of LSS management and employees, as well as the individual, family, and circle of support.

COMPUTER SKILLS/TECHNOLOGY:

• Working knowledge of computers to allow employee to access computer systems and applications to complete timecards, read and respond to email, and complete required on-line training.

• Ability to utilize efficiently an electronic health record(s) for documentation of direct services.

• Must be able to work on computer and utilize computer applications and programs to effectively complete the job.

• Ability to work within a variety of ever-changing software packages and computer systems.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to frequently bend/stoop, crouch, climb stairs and kneel. This position will require the ability to access a variety of locations in the community.

The employee must react appropriately in times of crisis that may include verbal aggression.

The incumbent of this position works in a community environment (home, office, community, etc.). The incumbent will also be exposed to outdoor conditions when traveling on company business.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

TRAVEL: Daily travel may be required. Some overnight travel may be required.

LSS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, disability status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.