Psychosocial Rehabilitation Specialist - Case Aide

DEDICATED TO STRENGTHENING THE HEALTH, SAFETY, AND INDEPENDENCE OF IDAHOANS

Applications will be accepted through 4:59 PM MST on the posting end date. 

Are you a detail-oriented human services professional who excels in a fast-paced environment? Do you want to make a positive impact on the lives of Idaho's children and families? If this sounds like a good fit to you, we are seeking applicants for a Psychosocial Rehabilitation Specialist (PSR) – Case Aide to join the Division of Youth Safety and Permanency, Child Welfare Program located at our Caldwell office.

This position will need to be able to work autonomously, within teams, as well as working with other agencies and programs while gaining extensive knowledge of Child and Family Services activities, programs, and policies and must display reliability, excellent communication skills, attention to detail, effective business writing skills, a high level of professionalism, and an exceptional ability to successfully coordinate and complete multiple tasks. Punctuality and dependability are key for this position and ability to work in the office and out in the field including going to client’s homes.

If you have previously applied for Psychosocial Rehabilitation Specialist and wish to be considered for the current vacancy, you must reapply under this announcement. Previous scores will not be used.

IMPORTANT: Incumbents will be required to participate in the Child Welfare Academy in order to learn Idaho child welfare practices and standards and complete Child Welfare Academy assignments. During the probationary period, incumbents carry a reduced child welfare caseload under the guidance of child welfare supervisors or designated experienced child welfare social workers to gain knowledge and expertise necessary to provide professional child welfare services to children and families who are subjects of child abuse or neglect. *Some travel will be required.

This position may be eligible for telework after successful completion of probation and necessary training. Approval to telecommute is not guaranteed and subject to termination at any time.

The Idaho Department of Health & Welfare is a drug-free workplace. Any applicant offered employment in this position at the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare will be required to pass a pre-employment drug test. In addition, successful candidates will be required to complete a criminal history background investigation. Employment is dependent upon satisfactory results of the investigation.

BENEFITS:

The State of Idaho offers a robust total compensation and benefits package, including but not limited to:

We have one of the Nation's best state retirement systems (PERSI) that offers a lifetime benefit at retirement. 

• 11 paid holidays
• Paid sick and vacation that begins accruing on your first day of employment; can be used immediately after accruing (no waiting time)
• Paid parental leave
• Medical, vision, and dental insurance benefits that become effective first of the month following your hire date. All contributions can be pre-tax (full-time/30+ hours per week)
• 2 voluntary supplemental retirement plans including both pre-tax and Roth options
• Deferred compensation plan
• Life insurance for self, spouse, and children
• Short and long-term disability insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) 
• Wide variety of training opportunities
• Some positions offer flexible hours and/or telecommuting
• Additional perks and discounts available through medical provider
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligibility 
• Employee assistance program 

Additional information related to benefits and/or State programs can be found here: https://dhr.idaho.gov/StateEmployees/Benefits.html.* 

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES:

Child Well-Being Support

• Track child medical appointments and coordinate follow-up services for vision, dental, medical, and medication care.

• Collect medical records and upload to electronic file system.

• Complete, submit, and track residential admissions paperwork, to include Medicaid process.

• Make referrals to Idaho Infant Toddler Program, per Standard guidance.

• Complete formal referrals for mental health services.

• Assist with coordination of school transportation for foster youth.

• Administer Independent Living assessment tool and make Independent Living referrals.

• Coordinate parent participation in child routines and activities.

Concurrent Planning Support.

• Organize family team meetings and coordinate follow-up tasks.

• Complete Child and Family Social and Medical Information Forms, to include paternity identification and assist with process establishment; Tribal identification and assist with

sending Tribal notices; and identify relative supports and assist with making relative locate referrals.

• Complete outgoing Interstate Compact on the Placement of Children (ICPC) applications.

• Coordinate parent/child visits.

• Coordinate and track compliance with appropriate child court notifications.

• Complete collateral contacts with service providers.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

You must possess all the minimum qualifications below to pass the exam for this position. Please make sure your resume or work history supports your meeting the minimum qualifications for this position. Failure to do this may disqualify you from being considered for this position. It is highly recommended to attach a one-page cover letter to your application to demonstrate how you meet the requirements below.

• Good knowledge of human services principles and practices including behavioral management methods, social and family systems, cognitive behavioral education and case management methods. Typically gained by a certification as a psychosocial rehabilitation specialist in accordance with USPRA requirements OR bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, counseling, behavioral science, special education, psychosocial rehabilitation, healthcare, criminal justice or related field from a nationally accredited university or college OR 2-4 upper division courses as stated above AND 2-4 years’ work experience OR experience that represents the knowledge level above.
• Computer literacy for data entry, electronic mail, composing reports and letters, and storing and retrieving documents. 
• Valid driver's license. 

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If you have questions, please contact us at:

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(answered Monday through Friday during business hours MST)

EMAIL: dhwjobs@dhw.idaho.gov 
PHONE: (208) 334-0681

EO/ADA/Veteran:

The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email ada.coordinator@dhr.idaho.gov.

Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.