Protective Services Worker (20438434)

Description

Title: Protective Services Workers

Application Deadline:October 21, 2023

Compensation: $103,714 - $132,314/Yearly

Protective Services Workersplay a crucial role in ensuring the safety and well-being of children and families. They engage in case planning, risk assessments, and deliver vital support services.

Essential Duties but Not Limited:

• Family Partnership:Collaborate with families, communities, and service providers to form a supportive team addressing the safety, health, and well-being needs of children, youth, and families.
• Assessments:Conduct comprehensive assessments of safety, risk, and protective capacity using designated tools, taking appropriate actions to ensure child safety.
• Case Management:Maintain case information using computerized case management systems and develop behavioral case plans in collaboration with families and stakeholders.
• Support Services:Connect families with a range of services and empower them to implement case plans effectively.
• Education:Counsel and educate youth, families, caregivers, and partners on Child Welfare processes, legal requirements, and departmental policies.
• Community Engagement:Build community partnerships and educate organizations about Family and Children’s Services.
• Professional Development:Stay updated on policies, initiatives, and best practices through training and participation in work groups.
• Compliance:Ensure assigned cases meet compliance standards and testify in court as required.
• Placement Support:Monitor children placed in homes, ensuring their needs are met and facilitating mandatory parental visits and appointments.
• Documentation:Prepare clear and timely written correspondence, electronic records, and court reports in compliance with agency procedures.

Special Requirements:

• Ability to drive outside of San Francisco, climb stairs for home visits, lift objects up to 40 pounds.
• May be required to work after standard hours for emergency response shifts, including nights and weekends.

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Job Announcement URL:

https://careers.sf.gov/l?go=yncqct7e

Benefits

City employees get many great benefits, including healthcare, paid leave, and pension.

To learn more: Benefits Overview | Department of Human Resources