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SalaryA Children's Social Worker is responsible for assessing, supporting, and advocating for the needs of children and families to promote their overall well-being. They work within government agencies, nonprofit organizations, or other social service agencies to address various issues, including child protection, foster care, adoption, and family support.
Key Responsibilities:
Assessment: Conduct thorough assessments of children and families to determine their needs and level of risk. This includes evaluating their physical, emotional, and social circumstances.
Child Protection: Investigate reports of child abuse or neglect, working with law enforcement and other agencies to ensure the safety of children at risk.
Case Management: Develop and implement individualized care plans for children and their families, addressing issues such as education, healthcare, mental health, and basic needs.
Family Support: Provide counseling, guidance, and resources to families in crisis to help them improve parenting skills, housing stability, and financial stability.
Crisis Intervention: Respond to emergencies and crises that affect children's safety and well-being, including removal from unsafe environments.
Foster Care and Adoption: Facilitate foster care placements and adoption processes, conducting home studies, matching children with suitable families, and providing ongoing support to foster and adoptive families.
Collaboration: Collaborate with other professionals, such as teachers, healthcare providers, and legal professionals, to ensure a holistic approach to child welfare.
Advocacy: Advocate for children's rights and best interests, both within the child welfare system and in the broader community.
Documentation: Maintain detailed case records and reports to track progress and ensure compliance with legal and agency requirements.
Court Proceedings: Prepare and present cases in court, as needed, to protect the best interests of children involved in legal proceedings.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in social work or a related field.
- State licensure or certification, if required by the specific jurisdiction.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Knowledge of child development, family dynamics, and relevant laws and regulations.
- Empathy, patience, and the ability to work with diverse populations.
- Ability to handle emotionally challenging situations with professionalism.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.
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