Social Worker - Treatment Foster Care

About the position Responsibilities • Reviews referrals for TFC placement and assists with making appropriate matches. • Maintains program identified caseload of TFC children and foster homes. • Conducts initial licensing visits to prospective TFC parents to ensure compliance with licensing standards. • Completes applicable reports and documentation in a timely manner. • Provides in-home support consultation, one-to-one training, counseling, and support services at minimum bi-weekly. • Crisis intervention as needed. • Supports the goals of the agency mission. • Inputs data and thoroughly documents all interactions in required agency systems for analysis and review. • Assists in training and facilitating sessions and support groups with TFC parents and respite providers. • Attends and participates in relevant court and/or school appointments, medication reviews, team meetings, and represents the agency professionally. • Provides discharge planning and aftercare services for the child in care. • Facilitates TFC treatment planning and reviews. • Maintains client/parent records as mandated by DCF 56 and agency protocols. • Provides referrals and advocates for child and foster parent as needed. • Writes reports related to child's treatment, including court reports, client assessments, progress notes, and treatment plans. • Collaborates with child's treatment providers and other professionals. • Performs all other duties as assigned. Requirements • Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related field required; Master's preferred. • If Bachelor's degree, at least three years' experience working with youth in Out of Home placement settings or relevant environments. • If Master's, at least one year experience in Social Services and working with youth in Out of Home placements. • Certification in Social Work required, licensing is preferred. • Experience with SED clients preferred. • Ability to display cultural competence and respond effectively to diverse populations. • Proficient in computer skills, including Microsoft Office and virtual platforms. • Ability to express self verbally and in written formats. • Valid Wisconsin Regular Driver's License, clear of major moving violations. • Ability to provide proof of personal auto liability insurance. • Ability to work a flexible schedule. Nice-to-haves • Group facilitation experience a plus. • Ability to work cooperatively using a team approach. • Ability to assess and plan for permanency placements for foster children. • Ability to assist foster parents, biological parents, and child in obtaining reunification whenever possible. Benefits • Health insurance • Dental insurance • 401(k) • Flexible spending account • Tuition reimbursement • Paid time off • Employee assistance program • Vision insurance • 403(b) • Loan forgiveness • Flexible schedule • Life insurance • Referral program • Retirement plan Apply tot his job Apply To this Job