Child and Family Services Specialist​/Trainee Bilingual; Spanish

Child and Family Services Specialist/Trainee – Bilingual (Spanish)

Location:

Lincoln, NE
• Hourly rate (trainee): $21.836, increases to $25.607 after successful completion of training. Applications accepted until 12-15-2025.

The Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) seeks compassionate individuals to provide trauma‑informed case management and advocacy to children and families. Bilingual skills in English & Spanish are strongly preferred.

• Serve as a case manager for families referred to DHHS.
• Conduct home visits and comprehensive safety assessments in diverse community settings.
• Advocate for the well‑being of children and families while respecting cultural and individual diversity.
• Apply family‑centered practices and actively involve families in decision‑making.
• Collaborate with the legal system and other partners to support case permanency goals.
• Utilize Structured Decision Making (SDM) tools to inform safety planning and case decisions.
• Write timely, accurate, and professional documentation for internal and legal use.
• Connect families to formal services and informal supports based on assessed needs.
• Promote normalcy and permanency for children in care.
• Apply trauma‑informed and least‑restrictive approaches to strengthen family functioning and resilience.

Training:
Monday‑Friday, 8:00 AM‑5:00 PM. After‑hours field experiences may occur. Following training, flexible hours are available, including evening work, and participation in an on‑call rotation covering weeknights, weekends, and holidays.

Staff may encounter emotionally challenging situations and unsanitary home conditions. Safety is a top priority, with training and protocols in place. Ongoing supervision, training, peer support, and collaboration with law enforcement and legal partners ensure staff safety and effective outcomes.

Benefits include:

• Vacation and sick leave accrue immediately upon hire.
• 13 paid holidays.
• Agency‑backed retirement plan with employer match.
• Supportive leadership culture.
• Opportunities for internal advancement and promotion.

• Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, sociology, counseling, human development, mental health care, education, criminal justice, or related fields.
• Consideration given to applicants enrolled in the final semester of a bachelor’s degree.

• Current Child and Family Services Specialist role.
• Strong communication, organization, and customer service skills.
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish.

Valid driver’s license required.

The State of Nebraska values diversity, inclusion, and belonging and hires without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status, or genetics.