Police Social Worker en City of Little Rock, AR
City of Little Rock, AR · Little Rock, Estados Unidos De América · Onsite
- Senior
- Oficina en Little Rock
About the Department
This position is designated as a safety/security sensitive position and is subject to random drug and alcohol screening.
JOB OBJECTIVE: This is a civilian position that provides social service assistance and follow-up on calls for service to include crisis intervention, citizen mental health issues, homelessness, substance abuse, short-term counseling, advocacy, referrals and related social services in coordination with uniform Police personnel encountering citizens/residents in City of Little Rock communities for the Little Rock Police Department.
Position Duties
- Participates on a social services response team designed to address crisis intervention, citizen mental health issues, homelessness, short-term counseling, victims of violent crimes, domestic disputes, traumatic incidents and death, indigent populations, and mental health/substance abuse cases in coordination with uniform Police personnel encountering citizens/residents in City of Little Rock communities.
- Provides mentorship to social work student interns, assigned uniform Police personnel, and community volunteers; trains social work student interns from area colleges and univesrities, assigned uniform Police personnel in social work methods, principles and practices.
- Provides emergency social service assistance and performs field work to proactively provide assistance and consultation to uniform Police personnel, Homeless Services Advocate, and other City staff members encountering citizens/residents in crisis situations and in need of services to include but not limited to, homelessness, basic needs (food, clothing and shelter), financial assistance, housing, legal matters, provides in-home comprehensive assessments as appropriate; administers screenings, provides crisis intervention, offers short term assistance, immediate help and crisis care to individuals who have experienced an event that produces mental, physical, emotional and behavioral distress, through follow-up and referral to appropriate agencies; assesses and determines the level and scope of care needed and connects citizens/residents with necessary health care and/or behavioral health providers and services; answers questions and provides information and referrals to appropriate community agencies and organizations.
- Presents various social services-related training programs to include Crisis Intervention Training (CIT) training and other related educational trainings and conducts in-service training for uniform police personnel to include, how to respond to rape victims, how to de-escalate a potentially violent situation, how to talk to child victims and how to look for potential mental health and substance abuse problems and other educational seminars relevant to the uniform police personnel from the social service perspective.
- Submits performance measurement metrics to measure the success of social worker intervention activities in the community and within the police department.
- Provides short-term individual, marital, and family counseling in situations involving domestic disputes, substance abuse, mental health issues, trauma, grief and loss, life transitions, adolescent and geriatric issues and provides resources and referrals for additional services and long-term assistance.
- Works closely with social service providers and other local stakeholders including local schools, community schools, hospitals, crisis stabilization units, and area mental and behavioral health facilities to coordinate care.
- Assists the Departmental Victim Services Unit with victims and witnesses of violent crimes, elderly crime victims, domestic and sexual abuse, and child victims of crime by providing support, examine alternatives, making a safety plan, locating community based services, providing guidance with the criminal justice process, facilitating transportation, and offering other appropriate services and/or referrals.
- Conducts public education programs to enhance police-community relations, promote awareness of available social services to educate, inform, and empower underrepresented and marginalized populations, including vulnerable communities, unsheltered, and immigrant populations in the City of Little Rock.
- Testifies in court with cases as necessary.
- Provides community education on current procedures and practices related to mental health, crimes, prevention and intervention strategies.
- Develops communication and promotional strategies to increase awareness of Departmental social services program activities; produces communication materials, including brochures, calendars, flyers, information pamphlets, and other promotional/public information materials to inform the public of social services activities; submits all marketing materials to Police Major prior to dissemination of materials; distributes materials.
- Attends Board of Directors meetings and various meetings with other agencies, and community groups to answer questions and provide information regarding social service program activities and issues in City of Little Rock communities.
- Administers basic first aid, including cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), to injured individuals; telephones emergency personnel for individuals requiring medical attention; completes appropriate paperwork.
- Establishes and maintains confidential client records and case files for counseling services and related information in compliance with all applicable laws, guidelines, policies, and procedures.
- Operates a computer with database, desktop publishing, graphics, spreadsheet, and word processing software.
- Operates a City pool automobile in the performance of essential job functions.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Social Work student interns.
Minimum Qualifications
These knowledge, skills, and abilities are usually, although not always, acquired through completion of a Master’s Degree in Social Work (MSW) from an accredited college/university to include five (5) years of professional-level social work experience preferably in a law enforcement agency or related area and two (2) years of supervisory experience. Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must possess a valid Arkansas Class D (Non-Commercial Vehicle) Driver’s License before employment and maintain licensure for the duration of employment in this position.
Must possess active licensure through the Arkansas Social Work Licensing Board as a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) before employment and maintain active licensure for the duration of employment in this position.
Must possess Standard First Aid and Community CPR certifications, or other certifications which incorporate Standard First Aid and Infant, Child and Adult CPR, within ninety (90) days of employment, and maintain certifications for the duration of employment in this position.
Must be available to work and provide emergency assistance outside of regular business hours to include evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays as require
DISCLAIMER: This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise.
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1. Performs other related duties as required.
- Knowledge of principles and practices of clinical social work, especially as related to family system counseling and victim advocacy.
- Knowledge of social work theory, knowledge, methods, principles, values, and ethics.
- Knowledge of all applicable local, State and Federal laws, ordinances and rules relating to the field of mental health, including: domestic violence, mental health and disabilities and related areas.
- Knowledge of state, local and private clinical and social welfare resources.
- Knowledge of community oriented policing and intervention programs, support group facilitation practices, and availability of community social services resources.
- Knowledge of methods of sound case management and tracking.
- Knowledge of practices and specialized knowledge and advanced clinical skills in the areas of assessment, diagnosis, and treatment for mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders and conditions.
- Knowledge of assessment, case management, information and referral for counseling, advocacy, nonclinical counseling, supervision and counseling, client education, research, community organization, and the development, implementation, and administration of policies, programs, and activities.
- Knowledge of computer fundamentals and business software, including spreadsheet and word processing software.
- Skill in the operation of a computer, utilizing spreadsheet and word processing software.
- Skill in the operation of an automatic transmission automobile.
- Ability to work independently as well as take initiative and work collaboratively as a part of a team.
- Ability utilize interpersonal skills, active listening skills, critical analysis, and written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to demonstrate independent judgment to assess and meet citizen needs.
- Ability to independently perform professional social services and counseling to the community.
- Ability to clinically work with diverse individuals or groups of all ages, providing crisis intervention, diagnostic, group and short term treatment services.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with employees, organizations, management officials and the general public.
- Ability to operate efficiently and effectively to meet deadlines or comply with assignment demands.
- Ability to have meaningful outcome oriented dialogue with citizens, families, community agencies and institutions of higher education, and other stakeholders in coordinating care and services for citizens.
- Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
- Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from clients, regulatory and other social service agencies, or members of the community
- Ability to maintain confidential and sensitive information in the performance of essential functions.
- Ability to conduct social work related training and educational programs.
- Ability to prepare and present programs to small and large groups of individuals.
- Ability to demonstrate appropriate boundaries with citizens and/ or their families while providing adequate services to meet resident needs.
- Ability to conduct research and compile and analyze data.
- Ability to prepare narrative and statistical reports.
- Ability to maintain hard copy and computer files and records.
- Ability to train assigned student interns.
- Ability to communicate effectively, with individuals and groups, both orally and in writing.
Other Qualifications
The physical demand characteristics and activities indicated below are representative of those that will be required to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
YES | NO | |
work involves lifting, pushing, pulling or carrying 40 pounds or more | X | |
work involves the operation of earth-moving equipment or commercial motor vehicles | X | |
work involves the operation of non-commercial motor vehicles | X | |
work involves the operation of tools such as axes, shovels, sling blades | X | |
work involves the operation of motorized equipment such as chain saws, power saws, jackhammers, lawn mowers, tractors | X | |
work involves balancing, bending, climbing, stooping, twisting, or reaching out in unusual positions | X | |
work involves sitting for long periods of time | X | |
work involves running, standing, or walking over a long period of time | X | |
works above ground or floor level, such as on stools or ladders | X | |
works in a relatively high average degree of temperature over a long period of time | X | |
work involves considerable physical exertion of the whole body over a long period of time | X | |
work involves exposure to hazardous conditions | X | |
work requires near vision (20 inches or less) | X | |
work requires distance vision (20 feet or more) | X | |
work involves detection of color differences | X | |
work involves determination of the correct location of a sound, such as footsteps | X | |
work involves hearing and understanding conversation or sounds | X | |
work involves speaking/talking | X |
Strength Level | Duration of lifting or carrying | Level of Strength |
Sedentary work | Seldom lifts up to 10 pounds. Occasionally lifts up to 10 pounds. Frequently lifts an object weighing less than 1 pound. Constantly lifts objects with no weight. Spends less than 33% of the average workday standing. | |
Light work | Seldom lifts up to 11-25 pounds. Occasionally lifts up to 11-25 pounds. Frequently lifts 1 – 10 pounds. Constantly lifts objects with a weight of 1 pound or less. | |
Medium work | Seldom lifts up to 26-50 pounds. Occasionally lifts up to 26-50 pounds. Frequently lifts 11 – 25 pounds. Constantly lifts objects with a weight of 1 10 pounds. | |
Heavy work | Seldom lifts up to 51-100 pounds. Occasionally lifts up 51-100 pounds. Frequently lifts 26-50 pounds. Constantly lifts objects with a weight of 11 - 25 pounds. | |
Very Heavy work | Seldom lifts over 100 pounds. Occasionally lifts over 100 pounds. Frequently lifts over 50 pounds. Constantly lifts objects with a weight over 25 pounds. |
