Child Protection Specialist

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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

Kansas City Region / Leavenworth

About the Position

Who can apply:
External

Classified/Unclassified Service:
Unclassified

Full-Time/Part-Time:
Full-time

Regular/Temporary:
Temporary

Work Schedule:

Monday-Friday

Eligible to Receive Benefits:
Yes

Veterans' Preference Eligible:
Yes

Compensation:
Licensed $54, 450.00 annually, Unlicensed $51,727.50 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.

Visit the Employee Benefits page for more information.

Position Summary & Responsibilities

The Kansas Department for Children and Families is hiring innovators and leaders. If you believe people have the capacity to progress, succeed, grow, and do well in life, you can discover your purpose here! Find more than just a job with DCF. You can be part of the growth and opportunity for our team to help serve the individuals and families in your community.

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Child Protection Specialist is responsible for the investigation of abuse/neglect allegations. They mostly work in conjunction with schools, courts, law enforcement and other community partners to aid children and families. They are responsible for determining safety of children, assessing the needs of a family and making referrals for the appropriate services be that foster care, family preservation, mental health or other services within the community.

They must be able to communicate in both verbal and written form. They must be able to write affidavits to the court, fill out forms in Kansas Initiative Decision Support System KIDS and Kansas Intake Investigation Protection System KIPS in a timely manner while keeping up with new intakes that are assigned

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Qualifications

Education:

* If a degree is required, a copy of a candidate's transcript showing proof must be sent to your recruiter following the interview
* 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 (must maintain valid driver's license throughout employment)

Preferred Qualifications:

One or more of the following:

Bachelors in social work (Licensed Social Worker)

Masters in professional counseling (Licensed Professional Counselor)

Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy (Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist) Post-Offer, Pre-employment Requirements:

Security Clearance: A background check (KBI - criminal background, welfare fraud, driver's license and Child/Adult Abuse and Neglect Central Registry) is required for all positions with the Department for Children and Families (DCF) as a condition of employment, which may include fingerprinting and FBI check. Security clearance must be obtained prior to employment with DCF. Must maintain security clearance throughout employment.

Kansas Tax Clearance Certificate: A valid Kansas Tax Clearance Certificate is a condition of employment for all employees of the State of Kansas. Applicants (including non-residents) who…