Sheboygan Part-Time Safety Services Worker

Professional Services Group is now hiring for the part-time Safety Services Community Worker!

Are you looking for a meaningful part-time position in the human and social services field? Join our team at Professional Services Group! We are a dynamic and innovative social services organization dedicated to helping families achieve their greatest potential.

JOB SUMMARY:

We are seeking compassionate and committed individuals to join our In-Home Safety Services (IHSS) program. As the Safety Services Community Worker, you will play a vital role in supporting families referred by Child Protective Services and the Ongoing Unit to maintain safety in homes where children are at risk for removal. You will work closely with families to address a wide range of concerns, including: safety, parenting, household management, nutrition, safe and stable housing, service acquisition, education, employment, medical, mental health, and/or substance abuse issues. The Safety Services Worker also supports families after youth have been reunified following an out-of-home placement.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of families in our community.

Apply today to join our team!

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE SAFETY SERVICES COMMUNITY WORKER:

• Evaluate youth and families for treatment needs and refer to appropriate resources.
• Analyze client situations, capabilities and problems to determine services required to control safety threats.
• Exercise judgment to intervene as an advocate for clients in emergency and crisis situations.
• Act as a resource to evaluate and determine necessary responses in de-escalating crisis situations with youth and families.
• Conduct face-to-face contact with families, per program standards, to ensure safety and cooperation with safety plan.
• Provide timely client updates to other involved employees/agencies.
• Safely transport clients as needed.
• Assist with Supervised Visitation Program as needed to transport clients to family visits.

LOCATION: Sheboygan, WI. Local travel is required to meet at client homes throughout Sheboygan County, with mileage reimbursement.

SALARY: $19.00 per hour

SCHEDULE: Part-time 10-15 hours per week during evenings and/or weekends

WHY WORK WITH PSG/CIP?

• Be part of a passionate team dedicated to making a difference in the community!
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Work culture that values not only the health and well-being of the clients we serve, but also our staff
• Opportunities for advancement and professional development
• Part-time employees are eligible for the following benefits: 401k and profit sharing; pet insurance; and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

REQUIREMENTS:

• Must have a Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Criminal Justice, or related.
• Must have reliable transportation on a daily basis, a valid driver's license, and automobile insurance.
• One year of experience working with at-risk youth and families is preferred, but not required.