Intake Workers- Children & Family

Full Time

$29.93 - $31.65/ hour depending on the candidate's experience and qualifications. This rate can increase up to $38.50 per hour based on successful annual reviews.

August 15, 2024

Open Until Filled

Intake Workers  

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.

ABOUT THE HUMAN SERVICES/ CHILDREN & FAMILY DIVISION
The Children and Family Division of Jefferson County Human Services is designed to provide interventions and services from birth to adulthood.  The primary focus of this Division is to provide safety, permanence, and well-being to children and their families.  

WHAT YOU WILL DO
To provide high quality and effective services to all families, the Division is looking to hire Intake Workers that specialize in the areas of child welfare and youth justice. 

• One of the position’s will primarily be responsible for access-related duties, including receiving and staffing reports of child maltreatment that can include in-person, phone, and written reports, as well as receiving other child welfare and youth justice related reports.
• The other position will primarily be responsible for working with at-risk youth, as well as carrying out child protective services related duties such as conducting initial assessments. 

SOME ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES                            
You will be successful in this role by completing the following tasks and responsibilities:

• Receive and staff reports of child maltreatment, document disposition, and initiate referrals and follow-ups, as appropriate.
• Investigate neglect, sexual, emotional, and physical abuse allegations on children.
• Develop and implement protective and safety plans.
• Recommend placements, CHIPS petitions, informal dispositions, AODA assessments, guardianships, and other referrals for services.
• Perform juvenile intake inquiries.
• Prepare reports that are in compliance with federal, state, and administrative laws, policies, and procedures.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, or closely related field.
• Valid driver’s license.   

Preferred Requirements:

• Master’s degree and/or two years’ experience with Licensed Social Worker
• Emergency Mental Health, Juvenile Court Intake Worker, and Motivational Interviewing trainings/certifications
• Substance Abuse Counseling licenses, and Trauma Informed Care training

                      Wage & Benefits                         
The starting hourly wage range is $29.93 - $31.65 per hour depending on qualifications.
Full range extends to $38.49/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.  Click Here for 2024 Jefferson County Benefits

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