Family Recovery Court Specialist (Sss3) - Everett

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Job Title:Family Recovery Court Social Service Specialist 3 (SSS3) or Social Service Specialist 2 (SSS2) In-Training
Location: Everett, WA - Region 3. (Region Map). This position is full-time, permanent, and requires time in the field and in the office. Full-time teleworking is not an option.
Closes: 12/12/23
Salary: Social Service Specialist 2: $4,968 - $6,676. Social Service Specialist 3: $5,214 - $7,016. Assignment Pay: This position will receive 10% assignment pay when the incumbent reaches the goal class of Social Service Specialist 3. This in addition to the regular base salary; the required duties include performing visits in unregulated environments, such as private residences, to conduct investigations for allegations of abuse and/or neglect to assess the safety of vulnerable children.
Our Everett field office is searching for a Family Recovery Court (FRC) Specialist to join our Family Recovery Court Dependency Program to provide human services to families in Region 3. If you want the opportunity to make a positive impact on families in need, join our dynamic family court team and apply today.
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The Opportunity:

The FRC Specialist position focuses on evaluating family situations, interviewing children and their families, assessing risk, and developing plans that focus on protecting children. In this role, you will be working in a non-adversarial, therapeutic court setting protecting children from indicated risks and harm while engaging in critical thinking and shared decision-making to ensure timely permanency outcomes for children including reunification, adoption, guardianship, and third-party custody plans.

Some of what you will get to do:

• Meet all casework management directives required by law, policy, and mandates.
• Assess delivery of services and permanency planning that is inclusive of immediate family, extended family, kin, and children.
• Participate in shared meetings and activities with law enforcement to complete tasks.
• Work with families and caregivers to find the best possible outcome for child placement that will nurture the child's cultural and family ties.
• Prepare and counsel children and families for the need for placement and separation, working through loss trauma and helping families reunite.
• Work with County Superior Court officers, tribes, attorneys, and court staff to prepare court hearings.
• Meet timeframes for safety visits, family visits, court reporting, and permanency plans.
• Engage with children and families at home, community meetings, and medical facilities.
• Develop service plans and goals for families regarding safety and support.
• Collaborate with community partners for local resources and family services.
• Refer clients for mental health, substance abuse, and psychiatric services.
• Monitor the health and safety of children through visitation and ensure continued safety and well-being for the child.
• Develop and monitor individual service and voluntary service plans with families to address safety threats and risks.
• Prepare and file dependency petitions, guardianship petitions, and other legal documents.
• Assess resource needs of children, birth parents, and caregivers and provide placement and placement stabilization supports.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Required Qualifications for the Social Service Specialist 3 level:
One year of experience as a Social Service Specialist 2
OR
Bachelor's degree in social services, human services, behavioral sciences, or an allied field, and three years of paid social service experience performing functions equivalent to a Social Service Specialist 2.
OR
Master's degree in social services, human services, behavioral sciences, or an allied field and two years of paid social service experience equivalent to a Social Service Specialist 2.
Required Qualifications for the Social Service Specialist 2 level:
One year of experience as a Social Service Specialist 1 AND completion of the agency's Social Service Specialist training program.
OR
Bachelor's degree in social services, human services, behavioral sciences, or an allied field, and two years of paid social service experience performing functions equivalent to a Social Service Specialist 1.
OR
Master's degree in social services, human services, behavioral sciences, or an allied field and one year of paid social service experience equivalent to a Social Service Specialist 1.

NOTE:

• A two-year Master's degree that included a practicum will be substituted for one year of paid social service experience.
• The incumbent must successfully complete formal training courses as required by law, policy, and regional requirements within one year of their appointment.
• The hired candidate will need to successfully complete Permanency-Adoption training and stay current on all CFWS/Permanency policies.
• Degrees must be obtained from an accredited college or university whose accreditation is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA), or a foreign equivalent verified by a NACES-approved organization at naces.org. For Degrees obtained outside the U.S.: Foreign Equivalency certification must be attached to the application. Incomplete applications may be screened out of the recruitment process.

In addition to those required qualifications, our ideal applicant will also have some or all of the following:

• Experience working with children and families in Child Welfare programs.
• One year of experience assessing risk and safety regarding child abuse and neglect concerns or developing safety and service plans with families.
• Knowledge and familiarity with local community and resources.
• Knowledge of child welfare laws and policies.
• Experience with FamLink and documentation requirements.
• Experience using computer software programs such as Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel.

How do I apply?

In addition to completing the online application, applicants must attach a copy of their college transcripts to be considered for this position. A resume and cover letter are not required but are recommended.
Supplemental Information:
The Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) was created to be a comprehensive agency exclusively dedicated to the social, emotional, and physical well-being of children, youth, and families regardless of race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or other socioeconomic factors. We believe our workforce should reflect the communities we serve and are actively searching for candidates that reflect that diversity.
This recruitment may be used to fill multiple vacancies.
Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.
The Incumbent must hold a valid driver's license when operating a state or privately owned vehicle on official state business and must also comply with Washington State's liability laws when operating a privately owned vehicle on official state business.
This position is included in the supervisory bargaining unit represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE). For more information: https://wfse.org/
If you need an accommodation throughout the application/interview process, contact the Recruitment team at dcyf.jobs@dcyf.wa.gov If you're experiencing technical difficulties creating, accessing or completing your application, call NEOGOV toll-free at (855)524-5627 or email support@neogov.com.
To take advantage of the Veteran's preference please attach your DD-214, member 4 long-form, or your NGB-22. Please black out your social security number prior to attaching it.
Benefits eligibility for this position may be different than what's listed in the benefits tab of this recruitment announcement, for more information on employee benefits eligibility visitPublic Employee Benefits Board (PEBB).
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Employment Type: Full Time - Permanent