Relating to registration as service worker for Bureau for Children and Families

SB 215 updates eligibility requirements for individuals seeking to register as service workers with West Virginia's Bureau for Children and Families. It directly affects prospective workers by requiring a bachelor's degree (or higher in social work for reduced training), employment with the bureau, background checks, and specific training hours. Key provisions include 240 hours of pre-service training (reduced to 80 hours for social work graduates) and 20 hours of annual continuing education, including ethics and veteran health topics. The bill aims to establish standardized professional qualifications for these roles within the Department of Human Services.