Lafayette County is looking for a Child Abuse & Neglect (CAN) Initial Assessor to join our Human Services Department located in Darlington, WI. This is a regular full-time/40 hours per week position with starting pay range of $25.02 - 26.45 per hour and full benefit package availability, including state retirement (pension).
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Position Purpose: Conducts initial assessments in compliance with Wisconsin Standards and agency policy. Provide case management to CHIPS, JIPS, and Delinquency cases.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor degree required. Graduation from an accredited college with a degree in social work or other related field of study.
• A minimum of two years work-related experience, preferably involved in association with a family-base social/human services program.
• Knowledge of and experience with Chapter 48 and 938 and Family Systems theory.
• Social Worker Certification preferred, but if not, must be certified two (2) years from start date.
• Knowledge of human growth and behavior with special emphasis on family systems, abuse, and neglect.
• Understanding of current social and economic problems and the manner in which these problems affect children and families.
• Knowledge of available services for children and families.
• Knowledge of laws, regulations, and practices pertaining to federal and state social/human services programs.
• Understanding of approved social work principles, methods, and practices.
• Possess a valid driver’s license.
• Must have excellent computer skills, including but not limited to Microsoft Windows NT Workstation, Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, etc.)
• Expectation to participate in after hours On-call duties.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  Job Type: Full-time
  Pay: $25.02 - $26.45 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In perso

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