Social Service Specialist - Family And Children's Services

Are you an individual who is passionate about helping others?We've got a great opportunity for you! La Crosse County is an organization that provides opportunity to grow, learn, and develop your career.
We have a perfect opportunity for you to gain valuable experience supporting families that are involved in child protective services. We are looking for highly capable, motivated, and competent members of the team, who operate as self-leaders.

This role encompasses a range of responsibilities, including but not limited to, direct family contact and administrative support. We are seeking to hire 4 new full-time Social Service Specialists, with a strong preference for one of the four to bring lived experience to the role.

This role provides the opportunity to engage, lead, and drive your own learning and growth within the organization. La Crosse County is a community that is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive work environment. We are dedicated to enhancing your ability to grow in an organization that is deep in talent.

The hours are Monday-Friday, primarily 8:00-4:30, with some evenings likely and occasional weekend hours when necessary to meet family needs.

Wage Range: $19.54 - $23.33

Associate Experience – What’s In It For You?
Supportive, collaborative, inclusive, and diverse workforce.
Career learning, development, and growth opportunities.
Culture of respect and dignity, teamwork, honesty, and integrity.
Serving your community in a purposeful and meaningful way.
Flexibility with generous paid time-off benefits.
Excellent benefits:
••Wisconsin Retirement System - Very stable and strong
••Health Insurance with options for free care
••Dental Insurance with many services covered at 100%
••Life Insurance with short and long-term disability
We will be accepting applications until the right individuals are hired.

La Crosse County Respects Diversity

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.54 - $23.33 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• La Crosse, WI 54601: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person