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Salary : $48,375.00 - $80,625.00 Annually Location : Raleigh, WV Job Type: Full-Time Job Number: BSS25RL006 Department: Human Services Division: Bureau for Social Services - Region South - Raleigh Opening Date: 05/19/2025 Closing Date: 5/25/2025 11:59 PM Eastern General Description Posting Number BSS25RL006 Under general supervision, perform complex Child Protective Services casework. Work requires advanced judgment concerning multifaceted cases involving the abuse/neglect/exploitation of minors. Requires attendance of necessary training to keep up with evolving case work procedures. Demonstrate effectiveness to train, assign, and review the work of others as a lead worker. This level of child protective service work is characterized by serious and complicated casework that requires advanced judgment of possible dangerous situations to both worker and client. Personal vehicle required for travel. Overtime and on-call during non-regular business hours required. Must be available and have access to telephone. Performs related work as required. This position is for the Bureau of Social Services. Applicants must possess a valid WV driver's license, and reliable transportation. Applicants also must have strong communication skills, both oral and written, and maintain detailed case records and extensive documentation. Overtime hours and frequent travel may be required. Successful completion of a background check is required for employment. Counties of Work: Raleigh Position Number: 0511P06430 Example of Duties and Responsibilities Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to: Attending, ongoing training to develop comprehensive knowledge of State and Federal social welfare laws, rules, regulations, and evolving protocols regarding child abuse and neglect. Conducting investigations concerning allegations of abuse or neglect by talking with and visually observing affected individuals; talking with immediate family, relatives, neighbors, teachers, doctors, and relevant others and reviewing any pertinent records. Making an initial assessment of the validity of allegations and the degree of danger that children are in, documenting the results of investigations of the accused. Completing family assessments to determine dynamics and problems that may be precipitating abuse or neglect situations. Developing effective interventions to strengthen families that address safety, well-being, and permanency of children. Preparing safety, service, and treatment plans to remedy contributing problems and stop behavior patterns of abuse/neglect/exploitation and solicit family cooperation. Engaging families in counseling to resolve problems, referring them to other available resources, and monitoring safety and risk of further abuse or neglect to prevent recurrence. Filing petitions with the court as needed to ensure the safety of children, testifying before the court, and making appropriate placements of children, including but not limited to staying with relatives, in foster homes, residential treatment facilities, or in an emergency shelter. Evaluating the progress of families or living environments towards meeting objectives of safety/service/treatment plans, the need to modify plans, and the eventual disposition of cases. Minimum Qualifications Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university. Experience: Three (3) years of full-time or equivalent part-time experience in adult or children's services in a public or private health and human services agency. Special Requirements: Valid driver's license. Accessibility to a phone. Internal Applicants Only: One (1) year of full-time or equivalent part-time experience as a Child Protective Service Worker may substitute for the required experience. Substitution Information: Additional education and experience may be substituted based on a year-for-year basis or as determined by the Office of Shared Administration Equivalency Chart. About the Organization The Bureau for Social Services champions the security, permanence, and welfare of children and vulnerable adults, empowering individuals and strengthening families. Formerly the Bureau for Children and Families, the Bureau for Social Services operates under the West Virginia Department of Human Services, serving children, adolescents, and vulnerable adults facing abuse, neglect, or financial exploitation. Equipped with extensive training to handle delicate situations with compassion and dignity, these workers contribute to the advancement of a vibrant and healthy West Virginia by facilitating access to crucial healthcare, essential social services and benefits, and fostering safe, supportive, and healthy environments. Through this hard work, at risk populations can begin to thrive within the community. Discover the amazing benefits awaiting you if employed by the State of West Virginia. With approximately 10 hours of annual leave and 12 hours of sick leave accruing monthly, your time off is secure and grows with your tenure. Ensure your health with comprehensive coverage Plan for the future with confidence through our and options. Take advantage of programs like and tuition assistance. West Virginia offers more than just a job-it's a commitment to your well-being and future. Part-time permanent employees who work an average of 30 or more hours per week over the course of a year, are eligible to receive benefits. Temporary employees who work 30 hours or more are eligible for insurance benefits only. City of Osawatomie, KS

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