Social Worker
We are seeking individuals to join our team who have high standards and a desire to positively impact the lives of others.
Job Description:
The role of the Foster Care Social Worker or Penny Lane Social Worker (PLSW) is to advocate and provide for the physical, emotional, psychological and social needs of children and youth in a "substitute" family setting - a foster or adoption family - until the biological family can be reunited or a permanent placement plan or adoption can be implemented.
The Foster Care Social Worker works independently with moderate supervision to ensure that all services and supports are in place by coordinating team meetings, services, treatment plans, and visitation for each child and youth on their caseload. Another major function of the Foster Care Social Worker is to empower children through various social service activities.
The Foster Care Social Worker follows all Penny Lane Centers policies and procedures regarding the Heart Centered Culture, cultural sensitivity and cultural awareness. The APM supports the agency mission and vision in their interaction with children, youth, families, and partner agencies.
Requirements:
-Master�s degree (M.A.) from an accredited or state approved graduate school, in Social Work or social welfare, or equivalent (such as marriage, family, and child counseling, child psychology, child development, counseling psychology or social psychology), or related field.
-BA level candidates must have degree in fields indicated above or related field and must also have a minimum of two years� experience in related field.
-Minimum of 1 year experience in foster care and child welfare preferred.
-Must be able to work independently.
-Bilingual Spanish Preferred (Verbal and written).
-Must have a current valid California driver�s license and current automobile insurance. Must have and maintain a clean driving record acceptable to the organization�s insurance company. Must have immediate access to his or her vehicle during work hours.
Location: Lancaster, CA
Salary Range: $20.91 up to $27.00 per hour
Additional $2.00 per hour Bilingual Spanish Differential
**All Penny Lane employees are required Full COVID-19 vaccination and boosters before the start of employment.
We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package:
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Care Plan
Life Insurance
Paid Time Off (up to 360 hours)
Paid Holidays (10)
401(k) Qualified Retirement Plan
Section 125 Plans
Educational Reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program
We are seeking individuals to join our team who have high standards and a desire to positively impact the lives of others.
Job Description:
The role of the Foster Care Social Worker or Penny Lane Social Worker (PLSW) is to advocate and provide for the physical, emotional, psychological and social needs of children and youth in a "substitute" family setting - a foster or adoption family - until the biological family can be reunited or a permanent placement plan or adoption can be implemented.
The Foster Care Social Worker works independently with moderate supervision to ensure that all services and supports are in place by coordinating team meetings, services, treatment plans, and visitation for each child and youth on their caseload. Another major function of the Foster Care Social Worker is to empower children through various social service activities.
The Foster Care Social Worker follows all Penny Lane Centers policies and procedures regarding the Heart Centered Culture, cultural sensitivity and cultural awareness. The APM supports the agency mission and vision in their interaction with children, youth, families, and partner agencies.
Requirements:
-Master�s degree (M.A.) from an accredited or state approved graduate school, in Social Work or social welfare, or equivalent (such as marriage, family, and child counseling, child psychology, child development, counseling psychology or social psychology), or related field.
-BA level candidates must have degree in fields indicated above or related field and must also have a minimum of two years� experience in related field.
-Minimum of 1 year experience in foster care and child welfare preferred.
-Must be able to work independently.
-Bilingual Spanish Preferred (Verbal and written).
-Must have a current valid California driver�s license and current automobile insurance. Must have and maintain a clean driving record acceptable to the organization�s insurance company. Must have immediate access to his or her vehicle during work hours.
Location: Lancaster, CA
Salary Range: $20.91 up to $27.00 per hour
Additional $2.00 per hour Bilingual Spanish Differential
**All Penny Lane employees are required Full COVID-19 vaccination and boosters before the start of employment.
We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package:
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Care Plan
Life Insurance
Paid Time Off (up to 360 hours)
Paid Holidays (10)
401(k) Qualified Retirement Plan
Section 125 Plans
Educational Reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program