PSG/CIP is a multi-service community-based social services organization that fulfills its mission of helping individuals and families to achieve their greatest potential through dynamic, cost effective and innovative programming responsive to the needs of diverse communities.

WHY WORK WITH PSG/CIP?

• Be part of a passionate team dedicated to making a difference in the community!
• Flexible hours and great work-life balance
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Work culture that values not only the health and well-being of the clients we serve, but also our staff
• Opportunities for advancement and professional development
• Competitive benefits package, including: paid time off and company holidays; health, vision, dental, and life insurance; short term disability; 401k and profit sharing; and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Now offering employee-only health insurance coverage with no premium!

JOB SUMMARY:

The Independent Initial Assessor conducts independent investigations of alleged abuse and neglect in children. Assessors are responsible for making a determination regarding the safety of children and to whether abuse or neglect occurred, using the Child Protective Service Investigation Standards as an outline for investigations.

Come join our team for an opportunity to serve families in our community!

LOCATION & HOURS: Office is based in West Allis, WI. Hybrid model of time spent primarily out in the community, at the office, and flexibility to work remote. Hours are Monday-Friday between 9:00am and 5:00pm.

Salary: $20.00-22.00 per hour

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct safety assessments and investigations on reports of alleged abuse or neglect
• Conduct a safety assessment with the alleged victim and face-to-face interviews with other household members
• Conduct a family assessment approach to assess/identify present or impending safety threats
• Exercise judgment to intervene as an advocate for children and families in emergency and crisis situations.
• Identify unmet services needs for the children and/or foster home and make recommendations
• Obtain collateral information (police reports, medical reports/pictures, day care information, school information, etc) to facilitate appropriate case determinations.

• Must have reliable transportation on a daily basis, a valid driver’s license and automobile insurance.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Criminal Justice, or other related fields.
• Previous experience working with the Division of Milwaukee Child Protective services is preferred, but not required.

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