Social Worker Inter P/T

The City of Springdale is currently accepting applications for the position of SOCIAL WORK INTER P/T. Interested persons should submit an application to the Human Resources Department no later than 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, August 14, 2025.

The incumbent is responsible to provide crisis intervention, advocacy, community outreach and education, and other social service assistance to the community. Assessments will only be utilized for referral to appropriate resources or immediate crisis intervention. Clinical services requiring licensure as determined by the Arkansas Social Work Licensing Board will not be performed as part of this position, regardless of the incumbent's licensure or certifications.

Qualified applicants must be enrolled in Bachelor's or Master's degree program in Social Work, Counseling or equivalent degree in related human or behavioral services field from an accredited university or college. Experience in the criminal justice system preferred.

Hourly Rate: $15.45

To apply, you must submit a City of Springdale application

Resumes will not be accepted without an accompanying application.

This position is classified as safety sensitive.

The City of Springdale is an EOE and drug free workplace.

JOB DESCRIPTION

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Provide good customer service to both internal and external customers; maintain positive and effective working relationships with other City employees (especially members of their own team), and have regular and reliable attendance that is non-disruptive.

2. Respond to law enforcement calls for service as requested, serving as a crisis response specialist. Complete all required paperwork and documentation associated with those calls for service.

3.Follow up on referrals from department employees, community organizations, and the general public. Assist police officers and other stakeholders in planning intervention strategies aligned with best practices for high-frequency service users.

4.Provide crisis response support for community members who are referred by department employees. Provide crisis intervention and resource referral for victims of domestic violence or substance abuse.

5.Assess individuals from law enforcement contacts for referral to community resources related to suicide, mental health, domestic violence, substance abuse, elder abuse, and juvenile delinquency. Assessments will only be utilized for referral to appropriate resources or immediate crisis intervention, clinical services will not be performed as part of this position.

6.Compile and maintain statistical data related to law enforcement calls for service related to social work needs, identifying service gaps. Provide insights to senior police department leadership on social work incidents and trends.

7.Support the Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) in building community partnerships with social and mental health service providers to improve positive outcomes.

8.Build and maintain rapport with department employees and a diverse community.

1. Effectively communicate in person, by phone, and in writing with peers, supervisors, citizens, other law enforcement agencies and entities, and community partners.

2. Perform other duties as required or assigned.

SUPERVISION RESPONSIBILITIES

None

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Enrolled in Bachelor's or Master's degree program in Social Work, Counseling or equivalent degree in related human or behavioral services field from an accredited university or college. Experience in the criminal justice system preferred.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Working towards obtaining LSW, LMSW, LCSW, LAC/LPC or other similar certification. Must be able to pass FBI criminal background fingerprint check and have the ability to comply with state and federal requirements for criminal justice information security standards and obtain necessary certifications.

PUBLIC CONTACT

Regular contacts with vendors, citizens, outside representatives, other law enforcement agencies, courts and community groups as needed.

EMPLOYEE CONTACT

Regular contacts within the department and with other departments as needed.

USE OF MACHINES, EQUIPMENT AND/OR COMPUTERS

Must be proficient in the use of a personal computer, Microsoft Office Suite, specialized assessment software, and standard office equipment.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Ability to utilize both internal and external resources to obtain information and data necessary to carry out routine assignments and special projects. Must have ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with management and staff.

The incumbent should possess a thorough knowledge of mental health issues, principles, practices, methods, and theories. The incumbent must have good verbal and written communication skills as well as good organizational skills. Problem solving and analytical ability are required to perform duties of this position. Must be able to understand law enforcement culture, procedures, and general orders; function effectively within a paramilitary law enforcement environment;

Knowledge of, or ability to learn and apply the following: computer and electronic data processing skills, modern legal terminology, format of and standard legal instruments pertaining to victim rights, criminal justice system and court procedure, and crisis intervention techniques; the ability to operate a personal computer and create, maintain and update computer programs (spreadsheet, word processing, and database) relative to the work required; the ability to learn and comprehend, law enforcement system, criminal justice system, social services; interactive theories and principles in complex and volatile situations, initiate appropriate solutions, and offer empathy to emotionally charged clients; knowledge of Springdale's diverse population and willingness to ensure connection between the department and all demographics.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

The following work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the functions of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and risk of electrical shock.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES

The following physical activities described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and expectations.

While performing the functions of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear; frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to manipulate, handle, or feel; and occasionally required to reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision; distance vision; color vision; depth perception; and ability to adjust focus.