Social Caseworker II #6297 AD

State of Rhode Island and Providence Plantations Civil Service Examination Announcement for

SOCIAL CASEWORKER II  #6297

Salary Range (defined by the applicable union contract):

   $58,641 – $67,223 (Local 580 at DCYF)

$52,502 – $61,086 (Local 580 at DHS)

      $52,502 – $60,639 (Council 94 at BHDDH)

To perform casework duties and responsibilities of a specialized nature and/or to be assigned to a special area of service in child and family services and family preservation, family support and/or family reintegration; such assignments can be considered unique for various reasons such as geographical location, irregular hours of work, and the nature of the work which could include: to appear and present material at Court hearings and trials; to exercise basic computer skills; to maintain and improve skill level through ongoing relevant training and education; and to do related work as required. (See www.apply.ri.gov for more detail).

Minimum Requirements: Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution of higher education in sociology, psychology, social work, child development, or a related field and two years’ experience in the field of family and children services. Must maintain a valid driver’s license.

SPECIAL NOTE TO CANDIDATES:  This classification provides child andfamily casework and family preservation services, where the “child” is the focus of case management. Therefore, to qualify and participate in this examination process, candidates must possess a minimum of two years of experience in the fieldof family and children services as described in this classification.

APPLICATION PERIOD: August 26, 2019 – September 20, 2019

Examination Weight: 100% Written

For instructions on how to apply or for additional information, visitwww.apply.ri.gov or call (401) 222-2160 (RI Relay: 711).

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/DIVERSITY EMPLOYER