Social Service Professional

1 week ago


Hopkinsville, Kentucky, United States Kentucky Personnel Cabinet Full time
About Us

The Kentucky Department for Community Based Services (DCBS) is a multi-faceted agency dedicated to enhancing the self-sufficiency of families, improving safety and permanency for children and vulnerable adults, and engaging families and community partners in collaborative decision-making processes.

Job Description

We are seeking a highly motivated Social Service Professional to join our team as a Family Support Specialist. This role requires an individual who is driven to succeed in helping people and advancing family self-sufficiency.

As a key member of our team, you will work closely with families, adults, and children to provide vital support services, promote safe and stable homes, and facilitate collaboration between community partners.

This is a demanding yet rewarding position that requires maturity, self-discipline, and the ability to work overtime. Flexible work schedules and shift premiums are available.

Responsibilities
  • Investigate allegations of child and adult abuse, neglect, and/or dependency and exploitation.
  • Recruit, train, and approve individuals and families as foster/adoptive homes.
  • Meet with family members to determine the merits of a report of child and adult neglect and/or abuse.
  • Collaborate with school and medical staff to gather additional information.
  • Complete detailed assessments based on investigative and ongoing case management work.
  • L ocate and secure appropriate placements for children when necessary.
  • Work with families and adults to create case plans for addressing and correcting issues.
  • Make referrals to outside community resources to assist families, adults, and children with meeting identified needs for well-being, safety, and permanency.
Requirements
  • Graduate degree in social work, sociology, psychology, marriage and family therapy, or a related field.
  • Experience working with adults, children, and families.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Good time management and organizational skills.
  • Ability to work well under pressure.
  • Willingness to work as part of a team.
Benefits

This position offers a competitive salary range of $55,000 annually, flexible work schedules, paid sick and vacation leave, health and life insurance, and retirement benefits.



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