Public Health Social Worker 1 - #2604-2101Dc-001

Introduction The City of Milwaukee is proud to employ a diverse workforcededicated to delivering exceptional service to its residents. If you have apassion for being a part of an inclusive team of public servants, pleaseconsider the following opportunity. Purpose The Public Health Social Worker 1 (PHSW) functions as partof a multi-disciplinary case management team that focuses on the psychosocialneeds of families. N OTE: On a weekly basis, applications received will bereviewed and the names of qualified candidates will be referred to the hiringdepartment for immediate further consideration. Essential Functions Case Management Provide direct consultation to help clients identify concerns, consider effective solutions, and find reliable resources. Work in collaboration with internal public health nurses, doulas, fatherhood specialists, public health educators, community-based agencies and other MHD teams in providing social service referrals to MHD clients. Refer clients to specialists, such as childcare, financial assistance, food stamps, health insurance coverage, alcohol and drug rehabilitation, mental health counseling and domestic violence treatment. Develop and maintain supportive and trusting relationships with clients and other members of the family unit to promote independent and empowered action by families. Provide ongoing home visits and phone contact based on family needs, as prescribed by Empowering Families protocols and the respective evidence-based home visitation model. Act as an advocate for families regarding needed resources from governmental, community, and private agencies. Maintain records and prepare reports of services and activities. Function as a member of the multidisciplinary team, working in a dyad comprised of a public health nurse and public health social worker; participate in case briefing sessions with other team members. Develop and implement case management and care plans for resolution of assessed client/family needs; document social work case management within designated databases according to MHDs policies and Medicaid requirements. Complete developmental screening and assessment of clients physical, social, psychological, and environmental health status. Provide consultation for primary, secondary, and tertiary health problems. Provide parenting education and evidence-based curriculum to families customized to their identified goals and needs. Teach prevention and promote the adoption of healthy behaviors, including safe sleep, home safety, social support and maternal child health. Support or facilitate parent/family group activities held intermittently throughout the year. Community Linkage and Advocacy Attend program meetings, training sessions, and community meetings; participate in the orientation and on-going training for EFM. Serve as a liaison with hospitals, government services, and community agencies for social service needs of mothers and infants. Represent the MHD and its policies and strategies in the community. Develop relationships between the MHD and the community to enhance advocacy for clients and their needs. Program Evaluation Evaluate and provide assistance to determine the effectiveness of particular services and home visiting interventions. Participate in data collection, quality improvement projects, program evaluation and preparation of reports pertinent to objectives of the program. Assess community needs for input into MHD programs. We welcome qualified individuals with disabilities who areinterested in employment and will make reasonable accommodations during thehiring process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of1990, as amended by the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA)of 2008. Conditions of Employment Must carry a mobile device during business hours. Must be willing to occasionally work outside of standard business hours (evenings and weekends) as required by the needs of the department. Travel outside the City of Milwaukee, occasionally overnight or weekends, for training purposes or to participate in meetings as a representative of the City. Must respond to an emergency or a broad-impact event. Pre-Employment Vaccination and Screening Requirements: Annual TB Test Annual Covid-19 and Influenza vaccinations Pre-employment immunity verification required for MMR, Varicella, and Hepatitis B If not immune, vaccination or an approved exemption is required. Vaccination series only needs to be done once. Required pre-employment tests include: Physical Exam with 25 lb. lift test Vision Exam Audio-Gram Drug Screen - Non DOT Minimum Requirements Bachelors degree in social work from an accredited college or university. Valid Social Worker certification or Temporary Social Worker certification issued by the State of Wisconsin at time of appointment. A valid Social Worker certification must be maintained throughout employment. NOTE : Applicants must list their certificate number and effective dates on the supplemental questionnaire portion of the online application and attach a copy of their valid State of Wisconsin certificate to the online application (or temporary certificate information if applicable). Valid drivers license and possession of a properly insured vehicle for use on the job at time of appointment and throughout employment. Private Auto Allowance May Be Paid Pursuant to Section 350-183 of The Milwaukee Code. NOTICE : Please do not attach your academic transcriptsto your employment application. The hiring department will verify candidateseducation as part of the background screening process prior to extending anyjob offers. Desirable Qualifications Masters degree in Social Work from an accredited college or university. Experience in home visitation, maternal and child, and/or Public Health. Ability to provide interpretation for Spanish, Burmese, Karen, Rohingya, Swahili, or Hmong speaking clients. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Other Characteristics Technical Knowledge of best practice in the field of social work, including healthy family and social relationships. Knowledge of contemporary theories of child development issues, practices, and trends. Knowledge of social services agencies and other resources. Knowledge of the social determinants of health. Knowledge of and ability to work with computers, including word processing, database, project management, and spreadsheet applications, and case management information systems. Ability to read and interpret work-related documents. Interpersonal and Communication Interpersonal skills, including the ability to maintain effective working relationships with clients, multi-cultural and multi-disciplinary staff, other agencies and the public. Ability to work cooperatively, effectively and fairly with coworkers and citizens whose backgrounds may differ from ones own. Ability to manage emotional or difficult client situations. Ability to provide services in a culturally sensitive manner. Ability to write clearly and informatively, including reports, business correspondence and procedural manuals. Ability to speak clearly and persuasively in order to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients and the general public. Judgment and Time Management Ability to independently plan, organize, and prioritize work to achieve objectives within deadlines. Problem-solving and decision-making skills. Ability to exercise sound judgement. Ability to appropriately handle sensitive information and to maintain confidentiality. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Honesty, integrity, professionalism, and the ability to serve as an effective steward of City resources. Current Salary The current salary range (2FN) is $64,841-$73,907 annually,and the resident incentive salary range for City of Milwaukee residentsis $67,435-$76,863 annually. Appointment above the minimum ispossible based upon level of experience and other qualifications and is subjectto approval. BENEFITS The City of Milwaukee provides a comprehensive benefitprogram that includes the following: Wisconsin Retirement Systems (WRS) Defined Benefit Pension Plan 457 Deferred Compensation Plan Health and Dental Insurance Paid Parental Leave Comprehensive Wellness Program Onsite Clinic Services Onsite Employee Assistance Program Alternative Work Schedules Long Term Disability Insurance Group Life Insurance Tuition Benefits Paid Vacation 12 Paid Holidays Paid Sick Leave and other paid leaves Flexible Spending Arrangement Commuter Value Pass For full details of the benefits offered by theCity of Milwaukee, please visit . Selection Process THE SELECTION PROCESS will be job-related and willconsist of one or more of the following: an evaluation of education,experience, and/or responses to supplemental questions; a written or performancetest, a structured interview, or other assessment methods. The Department ofEmployee Relations reserves the right to call only the most qualifiedcandidates to structured interviews and performance examinations. Structuredinterviews may include written exercises. Selection process component weightswill be determined by further analysis of the job. THIS IS A CONTINUOUS RECRUITMENT. Applications will beaccepted and interviews held during 2026 as often as required to meet theneeds of the City. Qualified applicants will be notified by email of the date,time, and place of the examination. Unless otherwise required by law, the Cityof Milwaukee will not provide alternative test administration. The applicant isresponsible for attending all phases of the job selection process at the timeand place designated by the City of Milwaukee. Employment may be possibleimmediately following the examination if positions are vacant at that time. Thenames of successful candidates will be placed on the eligible list in a rankdetermined by the final grade without reference to the date of the examination.The names of candidates who pass all phases of the selection process may remainon an eligible list resulting from a continuous examination for up to six months. Additional Information Applications and further information can be accessed by visiting www.jobapscloud.com/MIL. If you would like assistance completing an application, please contact the Department of Employee Relations at (414) 286-3751 or [email protected]. The Department of Employee Relations is in City Hall, 200 E. Wells St, Room 706, Milwaukee, WI 53202. Conclusion EEO Code = 208 The City of Milwaukee values and encouragesdiversity and is an equal opportunity employer.