Child Protection Worker Job Osceola Iowa USA,Social Work

Location: Osceola

Child Protection Worker

The Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Division of Family Well-Being & Protection, Bureau of Child Protective Services, is hiring a Child Protection Worker for the Western Iowa Service Area (based out of the Clarke County HHS (109 S Main, Osceola, IA 50213)) covering Osceola and surrounding areas.

Position Details

Full-time Monday–Friday 8:00 AM–4:30 PM
On-call rotation: evenings, weekends, some holidays
Telework may be available after a 6-month probation
Mileage reimbursement: $0.50/mile
Valid driver's license required
Background check required

Make a Difference

As a Child Protection Worker, you'll support children and families during critical moments when there has been an allegation of abuse. You'll assess safety, provide guidance, and help families access resources that promote stability and well-being.

What You'll Do

Assess child safety and risk in homes
Conduct home visits and interviews, document findings clearly
Support families in crisis and connect them with resources
Apply Iowa Code and HHS policy to determine case outcomes
Testify in court when needed
Work with caregivers and community partners
Maintain confidentiality and professionalism in all situations

Skills That Help You Succeed

Strong communication and engagement with families
Crisis management
Observation, critical thinking, and analysis
Time management and prioritization
Ability to adapt to changing situations

If you're driven by compassion, advocacy, and helping families build safer futures, we'd love to have you on our team.

Benefits

Working for the State of Iowa comes with its perks. In addition to a competitive salary, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and professional growth:

Health, Dental, and Vision Coverage:
Health and dental insurance packages to keep you and your family healthy at a low cost with outstanding coverage!
Paid Time Off:
Take time to recharge with paid time off, including vacation (96 hours/year to begin, increasing with years of service), sick leave (144 hours/year), and paid holidays (9 days/year).
Retirement Plans:
Participate in retirement plans such as IPERS (employees contribute 6.29% and the State of Iowa contributes 9.44%) as well as our Retirement Investors Club (RIC), Employer Sponsored Retirement Plan (the State of Iowa matches dollar for dollar up to $75/month).
Flexible Spending Accounts:
Take advantage of flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care expenses.
Insurance Coverage:
Benefit from life insurance and free long-term disability insurance for added peace of mind.
Employee Assistance Program:
Access resources and support through our Employee Assistance Program for personal and professional challenges.
Employee Discount Programs:
Enjoy discounts on a variety of goods and services through our employee discount programs.

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Background Checks

Applicants will be required to complete a background check to be considered for this position.

The State of Iowa is an EEO/AA Employer

HHS values those with "lived experience" and encourages adults who were fostered as youth, foster parents, and/or parents who were in the DHS system to apply. Minorities, women, persons with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply (Hearing and Speech Impaired – Relay Iowa TDD).

E-Verify and Right to Work The State of Iowa participates in E-Verify, a federal program that helps employers confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. Within the required timeframe, new hires will be verified through the E-Verify system to ensure authorization to work in the United States. The State of Iowa also complies with the federal Right to Work laws, which protect employees' rights to work without being required to join a labor organization.

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