CPS Supervisor; Family Safety Supervisor

Job Announcement

* This position includes a signing bonus of $2,500 (full-time) for new county hires. This position leads a team of professionals conducting child abuse/neglect and child sexual abuse investigations and family assessments. Plays a critical leadership role in ensuring child safety, supporting family preservation, and guiding staff through complex and high-risk situations involving allegations of abuse and neglect. As a CPS Supervisor, provides day-to-day leadership, clinical oversight, and administrative supervision to practitioners and support staff working within the sexual abuse unit.

The ideal candidate is a collaborative and knowledgeable leader who demonstrates strong critical thinking, sound judgment, professionalism under pressure, and a commitment to developing staff while maintaining a high standard of service delivery to children and families. This position requires the ability to effectively supervise and support staff in a fast-paced and emotionally demanding environment while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local laws, policies, and procedures.

Works closely with multidisciplinary partners including law enforcement, medical professionals, schools, attorneys, and community agencies to ensure coordinated and effective responses to child abuse allegations.

Key responsibilities include:

• Providing daily supervision, guidance, coaching, and support to CPS staff conducting child abuse/neglect and sexual abuse investigations and family assessments
• Monitoring caseloads, assigning referrals, reviewing documentation, and approving safety plans, court reports, and case decisions requiring supervisory review
• Assisting staff in assessing risk, identifying safety concerns, de-escalating crisis situations, and making informed decisions to protect children and support families
• Conducting individual and group supervision to review case progress, interpret policy and regulations, and support staff development
• Supporting and mentoring staff through difficult client situations, crisis intervention, court involvement, and emergency removals when necessary
• Assisting with staff hiring, onboarding, training, performance evaluations, coaching, and corrective action in accordance with County personnel policies
• Providing technical guidance and serving as a policy and practice resource for staff regarding mandated child welfare services and best practices
• Participating as a member of the Safe Spot/Child Advocacy Center multidisciplinary team and attending monthly MDT meetings
• Obtaining and maintaining forensic interview training certification and participating in peer review processes
• Collaborating with law enforcement and medical professionals, including Inova Fairfax Hospital staff, during SANE examinations and investigations
• Representing the agency through professional and community trainings related to child sexual abuse and child protection services
• Monitoring program outcomes, maintaining oversight of required data systems, and using case management technology to ensure timely and accurate documentation
• Building and maintaining collaborative relationships with community partners, service providers, and stakeholders to improve access to services and support positive outcomes for children and families
• Promoting a positive and supportive team environment that values diversity, professionalism, accountability, and continuous improvement

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Strong leadership, coaching, and staff development skills
• Advanced critical thinking and decision-making abilities
• Knowledge of child welfare practices, crisis intervention, risk and safety assessment, and family systems
• The ability to analyze complex situations and guide staff through difficult case decisions
• Excellent communication, organizational, and documentation skills
• The ability to work collaboratively with diverse populations, multidisciplinary partners, and internal leadership
• The ability to maintain professionalism and confidentiality while managing emotionally sensitive and high-risk situations
• Commitment to equity, inclusion, and culturally responsive practice
• The ability to adapt to changing priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment

Schedule:

This position requires flexibility, including evening and weekend work, participation in an on-call rotation, and responding to CPS emergencies outside of traditional business hours. Immediate field response may be required during evenings, overnight hours, weekends, and holidays. Travel:
Regular travel throughout Fairfax County and Northern Virginia is required. This is an opportunity to lead a dedicated team of professionals committed to protecting children, strengthening families, and making a meaningful impact in the community every day.