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Psychosocial Rehab Specialist

The Division of Youth Safety and Permanency has an opening for a Psychosocial Rehab Specialist on the Foster Care Licensing Team located in Twin Falls. This position will carry a workload of families licensed to provide foster care and may also provide direction and guidance to Social Worker staff. They deliver and provide direct services to foster families and monitor a foster family's achievements of outcomes for safety, permanency, and well-being. They also utilize an array of community resources to resolve issues and participate in interdisciplinary team staffing to support foster families and the children in their care. This position may be eligible for limited telework after successful completion of probation and necessary training. Approval to telecommute is not guaranteed and subject to termination at any time.

The Idaho Department of Health & Welfare is a drug-free workplace. Any applicant offered employment in this position at the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare will be required to pass a pre-employment drug test. In addition, successful candidates will be required to complete a criminal history background investigation. Employment is dependent upon satisfactory results of the investigation.

Benefits: The State of Idaho offers a robust total compensation and benefits package, including but not limited to:

• One of the nation's best state retirement systems (PERSI) that offers a lifetime benefit at retirement.
• 11 paid holidays.
• Paid sick and vacation that begins accruing on your first day of employment; can be used immediately after accruing (no waiting time).
• Paid parental leave.
• Medical, vision, and dental insurance benefits that become effective first of the month following your hire date. All contributions can be pre-tax (full-time/30+ hours per week).
• 2 voluntary supplemental retirement plans including both pre-tax and Roth options.
• Deferred compensation plan.
• Life insurance for self, spouse, and children.
• Short and long-term disability insurance.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
• Wide variety of training opportunities.
• Some positions offer flexible hours and/or telecommuting.
• Additional perks and discounts available through medical provider.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligibility.
• Employee assistance program.

Additional information related to benefits and/or State programs can be found here:

Example of duties:

• Carry a workload of complex and difficult foster care licenses.
• Provide direct services to foster families.
• Conduct home visits to assess safety and suitability of family home.
• Write comprehensive home study assessment in accordance with state/federal regulations.
• Recommend approval or denial of foster home licensure.
• Maintain up to date case records and documentation of each foster home.
• Conduct annual relicense.
• Investigate complaints or licensing violations.
• Offer ongoing support for licensed foster homes in receiving annual training.
• Address placement challenges and conflicts.
• Promote retention with supportive and engaging connection and communication with foster families.
• Prepare appropriate home studies for permanency selections.

Minimum qualifications:

• Good knowledge of human services principles and practices including behavioral management methods, social and family systems, cognitive behavioral education and case management methods. Typically gained by a certification as a psychosocial rehabilitation specialist in accordance with USPRA requirements OR bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, counseling, behavioral science, special education, psychosocial rehabilitation, healthcare, criminal justice or related field from a nationally accredited university or college OR 2-4 upper division courses as stated above AND 2-4 years' work experience OR experience that represents the knowledge level above.
• Computer literacy for data entry, electronic mail, composing reports and letters, and storing and retrieving documents.

Email is the quickest way to get an answer to your questions. (answered Monday through Friday during business hours MST) EMAIL: [email protected] PHONE: (208) ###-#### EEO/ADA/Veteran: The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws. The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) ###-#### (TTY/TTD: 711), or email [email protected]. Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.