Caseworker

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes:

• Comprehensive health dental and vision insurance

• Paid vacation sick leave FMLA and holidays

• Retirement - Pension and 457B plans that help you build a secure future

• Flexible schedules and work-life balance options

• Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities

• Responsible for individualized case planningdischarge planning and monitoring progress.
• Responsible for case management duties to include planning and implementing all facets of programming and associated documentation.
• Prepares organizes schedules and implements psychoeducational groups and interventions.
• Monitors patient compliance with established goals and objectives; updates case plans as needed.

PREFERENCES:

• Knowledge of human behavior motivation and interpersonal behavior.
• Knowledge of the varied techniques of programming/education.
• Knowledge of social work principles and practices.
• Knowledge of interviewing and counseling techniques.
• Knowledge of current social economic and health problems and community resources.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelors Degree (typically in Social Services)

Experience:

0-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in Casework)

OR

Education & ExperienceSubstitution:

3-5 years of progressive work experience (typically in Casework)

Certificates Licenses Registrations:

None

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Physical ability to lift twist bend pull and push up to 50 lbs.

• FLSA: Non-Exempt
• Pre-employment drug and alcohol testing will be conducted on safety-sensitive positions. Drug testing will be completed on any position if reasonable suspicion exists.
• A background check including the taking of fingerprints will be completed through the Wyoming Department of Criminal Investigation the Department of Family Services and the Federal Bureau of Investigation for every successful applicant.
• The Wyoming Department of Health offers an excellent benefits package including medical/dental/vision/life insurance paid vacation and sick leave paid holidays state retirement plan deferred compensation plan and longevity pay.
• The Wyoming State Hospital uses E-Verify an Internet-based system to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States.

Click here to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.