Child Welfare Case Worker
Company: Children and Families First Delaware Inc
Location: Wilmington
Posted on: February 1, 2025
Job Description:
Description:Join our dedicated team as a Child Welfare Case
workers, where you'll play a crucial role in supporting and
advocating for the well-being of children and families. In this
position, you'll engage directly with clients, assessing their
needs, coordinating services, and developing plans that promote
safety, stability, and positive outcomes. Your compassionate
approach and commitment to making a difference will help transform
lives and strengthen communities.
- Assess and evaluate the needs of children and families to
develop personalized care plans.
- Conduct home visits to ensure the well-being and safety of
children in their living environments.
- Collaborate with social services, community agencies, and
healthcare providers to coordinate resources and support for
clients.
- Maintain detailed and accurate case files and documentation,
ensuring compliance with legal and organizational standards.
- Facilitate family meetings and case conferences to discuss
progress and address any issues or concerns.
- Provide crisis intervention and support to children and
families during emergencies.
- Advocate for the rights and needs of children and families
within the legal and social service systems.
- Develop and implement strategies to enhance family stability
and promote positive outcomes for children.
- Monitor and evaluate the progress of cases, adjusting care
plans as necessary to meet changing needs.
- Educate families on available resources, services, and support
networks to empower them in their care roles.
- Prepare and present reports and case summaries for court
proceedings when required.
- Attend training sessions and workshops to stay informed about
best practices and legal requirements in child welfare.
- Travel primarily within the county/counties assigned, but some
statewide travel is required as needed.
- On-call every 10-12 weeks on a rotating basis.Full-Time, with
benefits
Benefits Include:
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Vacation, Sick, Personal and Holiday Pay
- Life Insurance
- EAP Service and other Wellness Programs
- Tuition Assistance
- 401k) Plan with matchingRequirements:
- Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Counseling or related field,
preferred. Associate's degree in related field with experience,
required.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Experience in child welfare, preferred.
- Ability to manage a caseload and prioritize tasks
effectively.
- Proficient in case management software and Microsoft Office
Suite.
- Strong crisis intervention and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a
team.
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
- Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends
while on-call, required.
- Must have strong written and oral communication skills and a
strong working knowledge of computers and applications.
- Commitment to cultural competency and diversity in service
delivery.
- Ability to respond appropriately to the cultural differences
present among the agency's service population.
- Must have valid driver's license, which meets the requirements
of the agency's insurance carrier and reliable transportation
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Keywords: Children and Families First Delaware Inc, Wilmington , Child Welfare Case Worker, Other , Wilmington, Delaware
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