Child Protection Specialist

Child Protection Specialist

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Location:

Northwest Region/Salina

Prevention and Protection Services

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

The Child Protection Specialist is responsible for writing affidavits to the court and filling out forms in the agency’s computer systems (KIDS and KIPS) in a timely manner, and therefore must be able to communicate effectively in both verbal and written format while keeping up with newly assigned intakes.

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Four-year degree in a Human Services or Behavioral Sciences field of study, or education determined relevant by the agency. Valid Driver’s License is required and must be maintained throughout employment.

* A transcript showing proof of graduation and/or degree obtained must be presented when applying.

One or more of the following - 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.

Note:

Licensed Professional must maintain license throughout employment. 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://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

$51,727.50 Annual

How to Claim Veterans Preference Veterans' Preference Eligible (VPE):
Former military personnel or their spouse that have been verified as a "veteran"; under K.S.A. 73-201 will receive an interview if they meet the minimum competency factors of the position. The veterans' preference laws do not guarantee the veteran a job. Positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determine by the hiring manager. Learn more about claiming Veteran’s Preference: .

Applicants that have physical, cognitive and/or mental disabilities may claim an employment preference when applying for positions. If they are qualified to meet the performance standards of the position, with or without a reasonable accommodation, they will receive an interview. The preference does not guarantee an applicant the job, as positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determined by hiring…