Protection Specialist

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

Protection and Prevention Services/Protection Reporting Center

Administration/Statewide within Kansas – Must be near one of our DCF Service Centers (Preferably close to Wichita or Topeka DCF centers) to be considered for this role. Remote work Eligible.

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Interviews individuals making reports of children in need of care or suspected adult abuse/neglect/exploitation through phone contact using in-depth interviewing techniques. Documents details from the interview in agency systems. Enters information into agency systems from faxes and other written documents received by the agency. Follows agency policy and will have working knowledge of the intake process, policies, and procedures. Gathers additional information needed to make initial assessment decision from collateral contacts including, but not limited to, schools, law enforcement officers, physicians, other state agencies and other social service agencies within and outside of Kansas.

Gathers available agency information on current or past involvement with PPS or other agency services.

Completes assessments and other documentation based off the information received through the intake process. Reviews all information from the reporter, assessments, past agency involvement and collateral contacts. Based on the review of information uses critical thinking for a decision on the acceptance of the report for assignment based on PPS Policy and Procedures. Adhere to agency expectations regarding completion of work and meeting agency outcomes of timeliness.

Completes a review of not assigned report. Reviews these reports for accuracy in assignment and notification to appropriate parties. Reverses the decision for it is determined the report meet PPS Policy and Procedure for assignment. Will communicate with the supervisor(s) if there are concerns during the review of not assigned reports.

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Four-year degree in a Human Services or Behavioral Sciences field of study, or education determined relevant by the agency. nd paste from RTF –OR—Position Announcement form (if provided).

* If degree is a requirement listed, a transcript showing proof of graduation or degree obtained must be emailed to DCF.Recruitment. Subject line must reference JOB  # so transcript can be reviewed with application.

• 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

• 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.
• Tax Clearance:
  Candidates offered employment in a State of Kansas position will need to apply for a Kansas Tax Clearance Certificate within 10 days of being offered a position. For more information, visit the KDOR Tax Clearance Request Information page at https://.

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