Job Description

State of New Hampshire Job Posting

Department of Health and Human Services

Division for Children, Youth, & Families

Laconia District Office

CHILD PROTECTIVE SERVICE WORKER I-IV

Adolescent Worker

Child Protective Service Worker I- $22.50-$30.02

Child Protective Service Worker II $25.40- $34.14

Child Protective Service Worker III $28.74-$38.85

Child Protective Service Worker IV $31.33-$42.60

*The certification level identified by the DHHS Human Resource Office is based upon the minimum qualifications. Upon consideration of the applicants relevant work experience, interview, and the Supplemental Job Description, the DCYF hiring manager will determine the level a candidate will be hired at.

*See total compensation information at the bottom of announcement.

The State of New Hampshire, Department of Health and Human Services, Division for Children, Youth, and Families has a full-time vacancy for Child Protective Service Worker I-IV-Adolescent Worker.

Summary:

21-1020 Social Workers-2 Performs entry level protective services casework to administer services, provide consultation, case management, education and guidance for youth, their families, colleagues and the community to assure that all adolescents acquire the preparation, resources and positive youth development needed to establish connections with their community and others in order to achieve self-sufficiency and success as adults while promoting the prevention of child abuse and neglect. Upholds the vision and mission of the agency through utilizing the Practice Model theories, beliefs and principles in daily practice.

21-1020 Social Workers-3 To perform increasingly complex protective services casework to coordinate, manage and administer services according to case plan to prevent abuse/neglect of children and to work with adolescents and their families in order to provide support and services. To consult, educate, train and assist DCYF staff in order to meet the needs of DCYF involved adolescents while promoting the prevention of child abuse and neglect. Upholds the vision and mission of the agency through utilizing the Practice Model theories, beliefs and principles in daily practice.

21-1020 Social Workers-4 To perform protective services casework to coordinate, manage and administer services according to case plan to prevent abuse/neglect of children and to work with adolescents and their families in order to provide support and services. To consult, educate, train and assist DCYF staff in order to meet the needs of DCYF involved adolescents while promoting the prevention of child abuse and neglect. Upholds the vision and mission of the agency through utilizing the Practice Model theories, beliefs and principles in daily practice.

21-1020 Social Workers-5 To perform complex and complicated protective services casework to coordinate, manage and administer services according to case plan to prevent abuse/neglect of children and to work with adolescents and their families in order to provide support and services. To consult, educate, train and assist DCYF staff in order to meet the needs of DCYF involved adolescents while promoting the prevention of child abuse and neglect. Upholds the vision and mission of the agency through utilizing the Practice Model theories, beliefs and principles in daily practice

YOUR EXPERIENCE COUNTS : Each additional year of approved formal education may be substituted for one year of required work experience and/or each additional year of approved work experience may be substituted for one year of required formal education.

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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Experience : Equivalent combination of 2.5 years of education and experience after completion of high school. Education and experience must be in social work, professional case management, psychology, social psychology, sociology, human services, criminal justice, behavioral science, cultural anthropology, counseling, pastoral counseling, divinity, education, or a related field.

License/Certification: Valid driver’s license or access to transportation

Other Requirements: Must be available for non-traditional work hours to meet the needs of client families and children in their homes and other public locations

Trainee Option: Not applicable

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS : Experience in human services or education field working with children and/or families

AFTER-HIRE REQUIREMENTS : Must successfully complete the CPSW Academy within 12 months of hire

CAREER ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES:

In-Band Advancement Available: Yes No

Broad Group Level Advancement Available: Yes No

Criteria: 21102002BGA01 (CPSW to Level 3)

For promotion from the 21-1020 Social Workers-2 job title to the 21-1020 Social Workers-3 job title, and use of the “Child Protective Service Worker II” working title, the eligibility requirements in Personnel Rule 303.08 Broad Group Level Advancement must be satisfied, as well as the following criteria:

1. Must have successfully completed the CPSW Academy

2. Must receive a satisfactory performance evaluation and be free of discipline, pursuant to Personnel Rule 1003.01, for one (1) year immediately prior to promotion

3. Must receive a performance-based recommendation from the Supervisor and approval from the CPS Field Administrator

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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Experience: Associate's degree and 2 years of experience OR equivalent combination of 4 years of education and experience after completion of high school. Education and experience must be in social work, professional case management, psychology, social psychology, sociology, human services, criminal justice, behavioral science, cultural anthropology, counseling, pastoral counseling, divinity, education, or a related field.

License/Certification: Valid driver’s license or access to transportation

Other Requirements:

1. If being promoted from a position with the working title of Child Protective Service Worker II:

a. Must have successfully completed the CPSW Academy

b. Must receive a satisfactory performance evaluation and be free of discipline, pursuant to Personnel Rule 1003.01, for one (1) year immediately prior to promotion

c. Must receive a performance-based recommendation from the Supervisor and approval from the CPS Field Administrator

2. Must be available for non-traditional work hours to meet the needs of client families and children in their homes and other public locations

Trainee Option: Not applicable

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Experience in human services or education field working with children and/or families

AFTER-HIRE REQUIREMENTS: Must successfully complete the CPSW Academy within 12 months of hire

CAREER ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES:

In-Band Advancement Available: Yes No

Broad Group Level Advancement Available: Yes No

Criteria: 21102003BGA02 (CPSW to Level 4)

For promotion from the 21-1020 Social Workers-3 job title to the 21-1020 Social Workers-4 job title, and use of the “Child Protective Service Worker III” working title, the eligibility requirements in Personnel Rule 303.08 Broad Group Level Advancement must be satisfied, as well as the following criteria:

1. Must have successfully completed the CPSW Academy

2. Must receive a satisfactory performance evaluation and be free of discipline, pursuant to Personnel Rule 1003.01, for one (1) year immediately prior to promotion

3. Must receive a performance-based recommendation from the Supervisor and approval from the CPS Field Administrator

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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Experience: Bachelor's degree and 1.5 years of experience OR equivalent combination of 5.5 years of education and experience after completion of high school. Education and experience must be in social work, professional case management, psychology, social psychology, sociology, human services, criminal justice, behavioral science, cultural anthropology, counseling, pastoral counseling, divinity, education, or related field.

License/Certification: Valid driver’s license or access to transportation

Other Requirements:

1. If being promoted from a position with the working title of Child Protective Service Worker II:

a. Must have successfully completed the CPSW Academy

b. Must receive a satisfactory performance evaluation and be free of discipline, pursuant to Personnel Rule 1003.01, for one (1) year immediately prior to promotion

c. Must receive a performance-based recommendation from the Supervisor and approval from the CPS Field Administrator

2. Must be available for non-traditional work hours to meet the needs of client families and children in their homes and other public locations.

Trainee Option: Not applicable

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Experience in human services or education field working with children and/or families

AFTER-HIRE REQUIREMENTS: Must successfully complete the CPSW Academy within 12 months of hire

CAREER ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES:

In-Band Advancement Available: Yes No

Broad Group Level Advancement Available: Yes No

Criteria: 21102004BGA02 (CPSW to Level 5)

For promotion from the 21-1020 Social Workers-4 job title to the 21-1020 Social Workers-5 job title, and use of the “Child Protective Service Worker IV” working title, the eligibility requirements in Personnel Rule 303.08 Broad Group Level Advancement must be satisfied, as well as the following criteria:

1. Must have successfully completed the CPSW Academy and the formal mentoring program

2. Must receive a satisfactory performance evaluation and be free of discipline, pursuant to Personnel Rule 1003.01, for one (1) year immediately prior to promotion

3. Must be up to date with all case records

4. Must receive a performance-based recommendation from the Supervisor and approval from the CPS Field Administrator

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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Experience: Bachelor's degree and 3 years of experience OR equivalent combination of 7 years of education and experience after completion of high school. Education and experience must be in social work, professional case management, psychology, social psychology, sociology, human services, criminal justice, behavioral science, cultural anthropology, counseling, pastoral counseling, divinity, education, or related field.

License/Certification : Valid driver’s license or access to transportation

Other Requirements:

1 . If being promoted from a position with the working title of Child Protective Service Worker III:

a. Must have successfully completed the CPSW Academy

b. Must receive a satisfactory performance evaluation and be free of discipline, pursuant to Personnel Rule 1003.01, for one (1) year immediately prior to promotion

c. Must receive a performance-based recommendation from the Supervisor and approval from the CPS Field Administrator

2. Must be available for non-traditional work hours to meet the needs of client families and children in their homes and other public locations

Trainee Option: Not applicable

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS : Experience in human services or education field working with children and/or families. Demonstrated leadership skills such as conflict resolution, team building, and motivational skills.

AFTER-HIRE REQUIREMENTS: Must successfully complete the CPSW Academy within 12 months after hire

CAREER ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES:

In-Band Advancement Available: Yes No

Broad Group Level Advancement Available: Yes No

DISCLAIMERS:

The supplemental job description lists the essential functions of the position and is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to the position. An employee may be required to perform other related duties not listed on the supplemental job description provided that such duties are characteristic of that job title.

The work of an employee in trainee status in this position shall be overseen by a fully qualified individual. An employee in trainee status shall meet the minimum qualifications within the period of time specified on the SJD, not to exceed one year of being hired into this position.

Responsibilities:

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Possesses basic knowledge of the principles of case management in order to manage a caseload and prepares and develops Solution Based case plans in conjunction with the youth and their family to ensure that objectives and tasks are being achieved that court orders are being complied with, when applicable, in accordance with State and Federal Statute.

Provides consultation, education and training to District Office staff, collaterals and providers regarding the Adult Living Preparation process and the opportunities and resources available for adolescents through the DCYF Adolescent Program, under the direction of the supervisor

Actively participates in Permanency Planning Teams (PPT) meetings to ensure adolescents do not leave care without adequate adult living preparation, a viable permanent connection and that permanency is achieved in a timely manner.

Assists District Office staff with the Adult Living Preparation Process to ensure that all eligible youth have this process completed and provides case management services to young adults receiving Aftercare Services.

Assists residential facilities, group homes and child placing agencies with the Adult Living Preparation Process by providing necessary forms and materials.

Ensures that youth in placement obtain the preparation, resources and positive youth development they need to establish connections with caring adults with the goal to become healthy, self sufficient and successful adults.

Connects DCYF (CPS & JJS) involved youth to the DCYF Advisory Board, the DCYF Youth Conference and other conferences, trainings, and positive youth development opportunities.

Completes all required documentation, including case plans, court reports and all necessary Bridges documentation of case related activities.

Actively participates in internal and external committees relating to adolescent work.

Works under direct and close supervision and receives regular scheduled weekly supervision.

Completes training requirements according to policy including individual training plan and 30 hours of in-service training annually after completion of Child Protective Service Worker (CPSW) Academy.

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Possesses fundamental knowledge of the principles of case management in order to manage a caseload, prepares and develops Solution Based case plans in conjunction with the youth and family to ensure that objectives and tasks are being achieved, that court orders are being complied with, when applicable, in accordance with State and Federal Statute.

Provides consultation, education and training to District Office staff, collaterals and providers regarding the Adult Living Preparation process and the opportunities and resources available for adolescents through the DCYF Adolescent Program, under the direction of the supervisor.

Actively participates in Permanency Planning Teams (PPT) meetings to ensure adolescents do not leave care without adequate adult living preparation, a viable permanent connection and that permanency is achieved in a timely manner.

Assists District Office staff with the Adult Living Preparation Process to ensure that all eligible youth have this process completed and provides case management services to young adults receiving Aftercare Services.

Assists residential facilities, group homes and child placing agencies with the Adult Living Preparation Process by providing necessary forms and materials.

Ensures that youth in placement obtain the preparation, resources and positive youth development they need to establish connections with caring adults with the goal to become healthy, self sufficient and successful adults.

Connects DCYF (CPS & JJS) involved youth to the DCYF Advisory Board, the DCYF Youth Conference and other conferences, trainings, and positive youth development opportunities.

Completes all required documentation, including case plans, court reports and all necessary Bridges documentation of case related activities.

Actively participates in internal and external committees relating to adolescent work.

Works under direct supervision and receives regularly scheduled weekly supervision. May serve as a mentor for newly hired staff or supervise an intern.

Completes training requirements according to policy including individual training plan and 30 hours of in-service training annually after completion of Child Protective Service Worker (CPSW) Academy.

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Possesses advanced knowledge of the principles of case management in order to manage a caseload, prepares and develops Solution Based case plans in conjunction with the youth and family to ensure that objectives and tasks are being achieved, that court orders are being complied with, when applicable, in accordance with State and Federal Statute.

Provides consultation, education and training to District Office staff, collaterals and providers regarding the Adult Living Preparation process and the opportunities and resources available for adolescents through the DCYF Adolescent Program if appropriate under minimal direction of the supervisor.

Actively participates in Permanency Planning Teams (PPT) meetings to ensure adolescents do not leave care without adequate adult living preparation, a viable permanent connection and that permanency is achieved in a timely manner and can maintain control in intense and controversial situations and is able to independently prioritize work demands.

Assists District Office staff with the Adult Living Preparation Process to ensure that all eligible youth have this process completed and provides case management services to young adults receiving Aftercare Services.

Assists residential facilities, group homes and child placing agencies with the Adult Living Preparation Process by providing necessary forms and materials.

Ensures that youth in placement obtain the preparation, resources and positive youth development they need to establish connections with caring adults with the goal to become healthy, self sufficient and successful adults

Connects DCYF (CPS & JJS) involved youth to the DCYF Advisory Board, the DCYF Youth Conference and other conferences, trainings, and positive youth development opportunities.

Completes all required documentation, including case plans, court reports and all necessary Bridges documentation of case related activities.

Actively participates in internal and external committees relating to adolescent work.

Works under direct supervision and receives regular scheduled weekly supervision. May be asked to be a mentor for newly hired staff or supervise an intern. May provide supervision to other staff at the request of the supervisor.

Completes training requirements according to policy including individual training plan and 30 hours of in-service training annually after completion of Child Protective Service Worker (CPSW) Academy.

May provide outside education and information sessions with various agencies in the community in collaboration with the DCYF Speakers Bureau.

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Possesses advanced knowledge of the principles of case management and manages an increasingly complex caseload; prepares and develops Solution Based case plans in conjunction with the family to ensure that objectives and tasks are being achieved, that court orders are being complied with, when applicable, in accordance with State and Federal Statute.

Provides consultation, education and training to District Office staff, collaterals and providers regarding the Adult Living Preparation process and the opportunities and resources available for adolescents through the DCYF Adolescent Program.

Actively participates in Permanency Planning Teams (PPT) meetings to ensure adolescents do not leave care without adequate adult living preparation, a viable permanent connection and that permanency is achieved in a timely manner and can maintain control in intense and controversial situations and able to independently prioritize work demands.

Assists District Office staff with the Adult Independent Living Process to ensure that all eligible youth have this process completed and provides case management services to young adults receiving Aftercare Services

Assists residential facilities, group homes and child placing agencies with the Adult Living Preparation Process by providing necessary forms and materials.

Ensures that youth in placement obtain the preparation, resources and positive youth development they need to establish connections with caring adults with the goal to become healthy, self sufficient and successful adults.

Connects DCYF (CPS & JJS) involved youth to the DCYF Advisory Board, the DCYF Youth Conference and other conferences, trainings,

Completes all required documentation, including case plans, court reports and all necessary Bridges documentation of case related activities.

Actively participates in internal and external committees relating to adolescent work.

Demonstrates independent decision-making ability and in the absence of the supervisor may assume responsibility for administration of daily business operations. Also demonstrates and can articulate leadership skills and ability and is a positive influence to other employees. Receives regularly scheduled supervision at a minimum of every two weeks. Serves as a mentor and may supervise interns. Exercises authority over subordinate staff and provides supervision at the request of the supervisor

Completes training requirements according to policy including individual training plan and 30 hours of in-service training annually after completion of Child Protective Service Worker (CPSW) Academy.

May provide outside education and information sessions with various agencies in the community in collaboration with the DCYF Speakers Bureau.

For further information please contact Trinity Mulleavey, Supervisor IV, TRINITY.R.MULLEAVEY@DHHS.NH.GOV and 603-527-5949

*TOTAL COMPENSATION INFORMATION

The State of NH total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits, including:

HMO or POS Medical and Prescription Drug Benefits:

The actual value of State-paid health benefits and the amount of employee health benefit contributions may vary depending on the type of plan selected and the bargaining unit with which a position is associated.

See this link for details on State-paid health benefits:

Value of State's share of Employee's Retirement: 12.87% of pay

Other Benefits:

• Dental Plan at minimal cost for employees and their families ($500-$1800 value)

• Flexible Spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts

• State defined benefit retirement plan and Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan

• Work/life balance flexible schedules, paid holidays and generous leave plan

• $50,000 state-paid life insurance plus additional low-cost group life insurance

• Incentive-based Wellness Program (ability to earn up to $500)

Total Compensation Statement Worksheet:

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TDD Access: Relay NH 1-800-735-2964

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