Child Protection Specialist

Job Posting

Important Recruitment Information for this vacancy

Job Posting closes:
Open until filled

Required documents (as listed in Qualifications and Required Documents sections) must be uploaded by close date. Incomplete applications may not be considered.

Agency Information

Kansas Department for Children and Families | (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..gov

Prevention and Protection Services

Northwest Region / Concordia

About the Position

Who can apply:
External (anyone)

Classified/Unclassified Service:
Unclassified

Full-Time/Part-Time:
Full-time

Regular/Temporary:
Regular

Work Schedule:

Monday-Friday

Eligible to Receive Benefits:
Yes

Veterans' Preference Eligible:
Yes

Compensation:
Unlicensed Protection Specialist: $24.86 hourly / $51,727.50 annually. Licensed Protection Specialist: $26.17 hourly / $54,450.00 annually. Salary may be dependent upon the candidate's qualifications and experience.

Employment Benefits

In addition to the starting salary, the State of Kansas offers a significant benefits package that is available the first day of employment. All benefits eligible, full-time employees may elect to enroll in:

* Health Insurance including medical, dental, vision (plus optional partner/dependent coverage at reduced cost)

* Creation of and contribution to your personal KPERS defined Retirement benefit

* 9-10 paid, annual holidays

* 12 paid, annual vacation days

* 12 paid, annual sick days

* 1 paid Discretionary Day

* Your personal life insurance policy equal to 150% of your starting salary

* This benefits package represents additional annual compensation.

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Position Summary & Responsibilities

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Receives assigned reports of families where children are suspected of being in need of care, abused or neglected as defined in K.S.A. 38-2202, and establishes contact with one or more family members to assess child abuse and neglect allegations within the assigned time frame. Makes timely collaborative contact with schools, courts, multi-disciplinary teams, mental health, law enforcement, and other service providers to assess child safety per DCF regulation/policy.

Conducts assessments of alleged abuse and neglect, completes and prepares a written assessment within the established timelines. Makes referral to law enforcement, court attorneys and the court as appropriate. Provides short term, intensive and preventative intervention. Assist the family in formulating a child safety plan and jointly develops a family case plan with family if services are needed. Maintains clear records of services provided and documents progress in meeting goals, including writing the basis for finding decisions.

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Qualifications

Education:

* If a degree is required, a copy of the candidate's transcript showing proof must be sent to your recruiter following the interview
* Child Protection Specialist:
Four-year degree in a Human Services or Behavioral Sciences Field of study, or education determined relevant by the agency.

Minimum Qualifications:

* If a driver's license is required, a copy must be sent to your recruiter following the interview.
* Valid Driver's License. Four-year degree in a Human Services or Behavioral Sciences Field of study, or education determined relevant by the agency.

Preferred Qualifications:

One or more of the following:
Bachelor's in Social Work (Licensed Social Worker), Master's in Professional Counseling (Licensed Professional Counselor), Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy (Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist). Licensed Behavioral Sciences Regulatory Board (BSRB) professional as determined relevant by the agency. A minimum of 2 years of work experience in Children and Family Services. Child Protective Investigator:
Two years of experience doing…