Caseworker

Evanston, IL - USA

Hourly Salary: $ 27 - 30

Posted on: 16 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description and Functions

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Fulfill your passion for serving others and making a difference in your community by becoming a vital member of our Casework team at the Wyoming State Hospital. Assist with problem solving attaining goals and provide information throughout hospitalization for our patients.

Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes:

Comprehensive health dental and vision insurance
Paid vacation sick leave FMLA and holidays
Retirement - Pension and 457B plans that help you build a secure future
Flexible schedules and work-life balance options
Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities

and MUCH MORE! Click here for detailed information or you can watch this short video to learn about our benefit package!

Human Resource Contact: Brenda Hales / /

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed in the job level.

Responsible for individualized case planningdischarge planning and monitoring progress.
Responsible for case management duties to include planning and implementing all facets of programming and associated documentation.
Prepares organizes schedules and implements psychoeducational groups and interventions.
Monitors patient compliance with established goals and objectives; updates case plans as needed.

Qualifications

PREFERENCES:

Preference will be given to qualified applicants who are currently a certified Social Worker.

KNOWLEDGE:

Knowledge of human behavior motivation and interpersonal behavior.
Knowledge of the varied techniques of programming/education.
Knowledge of social work principles and practices.
Knowledge of interviewing and counseling techniques.
Knowledge of current social economic and health problems and community resources.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Bachelors Degree (typically in Social Services)

Experience:

0-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in Casework)

Education & ExperienceSubstitution:

3-5 years of progressive work experience (typically in Casework)

Certificates Licenses Registrations:

None

Necessary Special Requirements

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

Physical ability to lift twist bend pull and push up to 50 lbs.

NOTES:

FLSA: Non-Exempt
Pre-employment drug and alcohol testing will be conducted on safety-sensitive positions. Drug testing will be completed on any position if reasonable suspicion exists.
A background check including the taking of fingerprints will be completed through the Wyoming Department of Criminal Investigation the Department of Family Services and the Federal Bureau of Investigation for every successful applicant.
The Wyoming Department of Health offers an excellent benefits package including medical/dental/vision/life insurance paid vacation and sick leave paid holidays state retirement plan deferred compensation plan and longevity pay.
The Wyoming State Hospital uses E-Verify an Internet-based system to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States.

Supplemental Information

Clickhere to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.

URL: State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.

Class Specifications are subject to change please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.

Description and FunctionsOpen Until FilledGENERAL DESCRIPTION:Fulfill your passion for serving others and making a difference in your community by becoming a vital member of our Casework team at the Wyoming State Hospital. Assist with problem solving attaining goals and provide information throughou...