[Jackson] Children and Family Social Worker I/II
Date Posted:
Wednesday, March 22, 2017
Deadline:
Open until filled
Position Objectives
Jackson County DHHS is seeking to fill an Initial Assessment (Child Abuse Investigations) Social Worker position. Overall responsibilities focus on investigating reports of child abuse and/or neglect and making decisions about child safety. This work is fast-paced, and requires frequent unscheduled home visits, parent/child interviews, collaboration with community partners, detailed documentation, and testifying in Court. Position is also part of the on the on-call rotation.Minimum Requirements
A valid Wisconsin driver’s license, and a Wisconsin Social Work Certification or a license from a state with a reciprocity agreement with the State of Wisconsin is required. If not certified at the time of application, must have applied to the State of Wisconsin for a Temporary or Training Certificate and obtain certification by the date of hire. The position includes an excellent County benefit package and a competitive salary.Resume and completed application materials are required and must be received by April 7, 2017; however, applications will be accepted until a successful candidate has been identified. No e-mailed, incomplete or faxed application materials will be accepted. To apply, download an application packet from our Personnel website at www.co.jackson.wi.us or request application materials from:
Jackson County Personnel Department
307 Main Street – 2nd Floor
Black River Falls, WI 54615
715-284-0216
Jackson County is an EEO/AA/ADA Employer