Family Development Worker
Explore. Thrive. Belong.
Jefferson County is the Heart of the Heartland. We offer the best of Wisconsin living with safe, family oriented, vibrant business and civic communities surrounded by picturesque farmland. Jefferson County is proud of our small-town living options and easy access to major urban centers.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
Jefferson County is looking to add a Family Development Worker to the Child and Family Division with the Human Services Department whose mission is to enhance the quality of life for individuals and families living in Jefferson County by addressing their needs in a respectful manner and enable citizens receiving services to function as independently as possible, while acknowledging their cultural differences.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
This role will be working closely with Child Protective Services (CPS) Case Managers by providing services to families to reunify children on a permanent basis to families that may have barriers that prevent them from obtaining these services on their own. Examples of the barriers may be mental illness, developmental or physical disabilities, and/or alcohol or drug abuse.
SOME ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
You will be successful in this role by completing the following tasks and responsibilities:
Requirements:
Preferred Requirements:
Wage & Benefits
The starting hourly wage range is $23.41 - $24.76 per hour depending on qualifications.
Full range extends to $30.12/hour.
Benefit Highlights
*2 weeks paid vacation*
*Health insurance*
*Health insurance Opt Out Plan*
* Dental & Vision insurance*
* Life insurance*
*Wisconsin Retirement System*
*Health Savings Account *
*Deferred Compensation Program*
*Group Life insurance *
Jefferson County offers an excellent, comprehensive benefits package.
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Employees at Jefferson County Value
*Competitive Pay* Excellent Benefits*
*Great Coworkers* Flexibility*
*Advancement & Opportunity*
*Family Feel*
HOW TO APPLY: For a full job description and link to apply online, please visit the County’s web site at www.jeffersoncountywi.gov
Jefferson County is an Equal Opportunity Employer