Time Limited - Position Ends December 31 2026
The Prevention Social Worker position works in the Child Welfare Division through the Neighborhood Networks Program in Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention to provide wrap-around case management services to families at risk of abusing or neglecting their children.
Families are referred from our community and school partners and participate voluntarily.
The Neighborhood Network Social Worker conducts a comprehensive assessment of families strengths and needs and participates in family service planning meetings, develops & implements service plans with measurable goals and objectives.
This position will:
• Work with families to overcome barriers and achieve improvement in functioning • Refer, arrange & advocate for services that the family needs • Conduct home visits to families for the purpose of counseling and monitoring of services and outcomes • Work with the family to develop a natural support system, which may include both formal and informal supports
Enter client information into computer systems while maintaining client records. Utilize social work tools such as but not limited to genograms, ecomaps, and financial worksheets. Occasional evening and/or weekend work may be required.