JOB REQUIREMENTS: ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Works to achieve involvement and participation of the client, client\'s family, and client\'s natural support system in resolving problems. Works with clients to assess and develop goal-oriented, time-limited service plans to address identified needs. Works to protect children, elderly, and at-risk adults; strives to maintain existing family units and individual autonomy in the community; or helps prevent out-of-home placement. Assesses and evaluates prospective client\'s immediate situation, determines appropriate response, and assures that response is made. Assesses and intervenes as necessary in crisis situations. Refers to and involves other community resources as needed. Works to achieve active involvement and meaningful participation from schools, Courts, health care providers, law enforcement, and other appropriate community resources in resolving problems. Advises clients when services are either not available or inappropriate. Explains the consequences of non-compliance with Court orders to clients who are involuntarily referred, monitors client utilization of services, and informs the Court of consumer\'s adherence to Court orders. Coordinates access to services, monitors cases to ensure services are provided in an appropriate and timely manner, reviews progress, and terminates services when goals are attained. Teaches clients about available community resources and how to independently gain access to needed services. Advocates and works to coordinate services and support clients in achieving treatment objectives without duplication of effort and with maximum effective use of staff time and available resources. Maintains a timely and complete record for all assigned cases; completes required written assessments, reports, and other related paperwork/documentation as necessary. Develops and maintains professional knowledge and skills to enhance the programs and services provided. Attends and participates in staff development programs, including in-service training, staff meetings, and professional trainings/conferences. Consults with supervisors, interdisciplinary teams, and legal counsel on appropriate case-specific matters, as necessary. May facilitate treatment and/or other related, indicated services with groups of clients. May be designated to speak to the community and other organizations to provide public education. Participates in an on-call rotation for after normal business hours as assigned, per division. Other duties as assigned. ***** OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Required: Must meet requirements of the Dodge County Driver Qualification Policy. Must successfully pass caregiver and criminal background check. Substance Abuse Professional certification may be required. Preferred: Social Worker Licensure. ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: https://gusea1p01.rec.pro.ukg.net/DOD1000DODGE/JobBoard/cec5f37d-31be-485f-8dab-920784fb2a37/?q=&o=postedDateDesc