at Idaho Division of Human Resources in Blackfoot, Idaho, United States
Job Description
DEDICATED TO STRENGTHENING THE HEALTH, SAFETY, AND INDEPENDENCE OF IDAHOANS
THIS ANNOUNCEMENT WILL BE OPEN UNTIL FILLED. APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE TO BE CONSIDERED.
The Division of Youth Safety and Permanency has the following opening for a Psychosocial Rehabilitation Specialist (PSR), on the Foster Care Licensing team. This position will carry a workload of families licensed to provide foster care and may also provide direction and guidance to Social Worker staff. They deliver and provide direct services to foster families and monitor a foster family’s achievements of outcomes for safety, permanency, and well-being. They also utilize an array of community resources to resolve issues and participate in interdisciplinary team staffing to support foster families and the children in their care.
This position will be based in our Rexburg, Idaho Falls, Blackfoot, and Pocatello areas.
If you have previously applied for Psychosocial Rehabilitation Specialist and wish to be considered for the current vacancy, you must reapply under this announcement. Previous scores will not be used. The Idaho Department of Health & Welfare is a drug-free workplace.?Any applicant offered employment in this position at the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare will be required to pass a pre-employment drug test. In addition, successful candidates will be required to complete a criminal history background investigation. Employment is dependent upon satisfactory results of the investigation. BENEFITS:The State of Idaho offers a robust total compensation and benefits package, including but not limited to:
+ We have one of the Nation’s best state retirement systems (https://www.persi.idaho.gov/members-1/) (PERSI) that offers a lifetime benefit at retirement.
+ 11 paid holidays
+ Paid sick and vacation that begins accruing on your first day of employment; can be used immediately after accruing (no waiting time)
+ Paid parental leave (https://dhr.idaho.gov/information-for-state-employees/)
+ Medical, vision, and dental insurance benefits that become effective first of the month following your hire date. All contributions can be pre-tax (full-time/30+ hours per week)
+ 2 voluntary supplemental retirement plans including both pre-tax and Roth options
+ Deferred compensation plan
+ Life insurance for self, spouse, and children
+ Short and long-term disability insurance
+ Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
+ Wide variety of training opportunities
+ Some positions offer flexible hours and/or telecommuting
+ Additional perks and discounts (https://www.regence.com/producer/tools-for-members/advantages-discounts) available through medical provider
+ Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligibility (https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service)
+ Employee assistance program
Additional information related to benefits and/or State programs can be found here: https://dhr.idaho.gov/StateEmployees/Benefits.html.* EXAMPLE OF DUTIES:Make on-site evaluations of foster homes to determine suitability of facilities and service providers for licensure/certification+ Facilitate client access to support services
+ Carry a full caseload in child welfare social work, with difficult foster care licenses
+ Client counseling, social services, support, and change-oriented activities to preserve the family unit and promote client self-determination
+ Develop appropriate safety plans for children addressing special needs of clients
+ Participate in interdisciplinary team staffing to modify treatment plans
+ Prepare case record notes attesting to engagement with clients and results from specific kinds of service
+ Monitor child and family achievements for safety, permanency, and well-being, refer clients and others to community resources and provide court-related services including testimony, mediation, negotiation, and implementation of agreements
+ Use keyboard to document and enter client data into computerized record system and provide input to supervisors regarding observed individual progress and performance
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
You must possess all the minimum qualifications below to pass the exam for this position. Please make sure your resume or work history supports your meeting the minimum qualifications for this position. Failure to do this may disqualify you from being considered for this position. It is highly recommended to attach a one-page cover letter to your application to demonstrate how you meet the requirements below.+ Good knowledge of human services principles and practices including behavioral management methods, social and family systems, cognitive behavioral education and case management methods. Typically gained by a certification as a psychosocial rehabilitation specialist in accordance with USPRA requirements OR bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, counseling, behavioral science, special education, psychosocial rehabilitation, healthcare, criminal justice or related field from a nationally accredited university or college OR 2-4 upper division courses as stated above AND 2-4 years’ work experience OR experience that represents the knowledge level above.
+ Computer literacy for data entry, electronic mail, composing reports and letters, and storing and retrieving documents.
Learn About a Career with DHW If relocating to Idaho, the Department of Health & Welfare does not reimburse the cost of relocating and the department does not sponsor anyone with a work visa. ***PLEASE NOTE: application assistance is not available after the business hours listed below, on the weekends, or on holidays and you must apply before 11:59 pm on the closing date. When applying, use CHROME as your browser to avoid complications. If you have questions, please contact us at: Email is the quickest way to get an answer to your questions. (answered Monday through Friday during business hours MST) EMAIL: dhwjobs@dhw.idaho.gov PHONE: (208) 334-0681 EEO/ADA/Veteran: The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws. The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email ada.coordinator@dhr.idaho.gov. Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations. To view full details and how to apply, please login or create a Job Seeker account