The Children's Home of Poughkeepsie has been caring for children throughout the Hudson Valley for over 175 years! We strive to empower children and families to achieve optimal health and well being. We are currently seeking a Caseworker to work in our Home Study & Post Release Services (HS/PRS) program.

Position Summary:

This position is responsible for verifying the safe and appropriate placement of unaccompanied children in care, as well as the service delivery of community based services for the youth once they have been released from care. The verification of a safe placement is completed through a thorough assessment of family composition, confirming the identified sponsor's relationship to the youth and their motivation and ability to provide for the specialized needs of the child. This assessment is conducted via interviews with all pertinent parties and an in person home visit to assess safety and viability of the households ability to meet the youths needs. The delivery of community based services includes, but is not limited to: ensuring their safety and well-being, connecting youth and families with applicable community resources, and completing service provision reports in a timely manner.

The ideal candidate will live within a 100 mile radius of Denver, CO.

This is a Full-Time, salaried position.

Schedule: TBD, Minimum of 37.5 hours/week,

MINIMUM Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) degree or an equivalent degree in education, psychology, sociology, or other behavioral science equivalent

• At least 1 year of experience working with children and families

• Bilingual Spanish/English

• Valid NYS Driver License in good condition as determined by the Agency

• Must complete and pass a pre-employment physical, PPD and drug screen and an annual physical and PPD.

PREFERRED Qualifications:

• Previous experience conducting home visits

• Experience working with unaccompanied children

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

1. Must be able to remain in a stationary position for an extended period of time

2. Constantly operate a computer and other office equipment

3. Knowledge of and ability to act as a mandated reporter

4. Flexibility to travel nationwide within 3 - 5 days notice

5. Able to safely operate an agency vehicle in accordance with NYS motor vehicle law

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. In order to perform this job successfully, the incumbents must possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Employees are expected and required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give directives or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. Children's Home of Poughkeepsie (CHP) reserves the right to amend this job description at any time and assign additional tasks or duties to meet the agency demands. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an at will relationship. CHP is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment.