A high school diploma and 5 years of social service experience (i.e. early childhood, teacher’s aide, licensed daycare worker) or a non human service related Bachelor’s degree and 3 years of social service experience (i.e. early childhood, teacher’s aide, licensed daycare worker) or Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, sociology, or a directly related human services field. In addition, a direct worker must possess:
- Knowledge of child abuse and neglect
- Knowledge of child and adult development and family dynamics
- An ability to work as a team member
- A strong belief that people can change their behavior given the proper environment and opportunity
The belief in helping families to change their circumstances, not just adapt to them
