LD/CPS Investigator | Social Service Specialist ; SSS- Kent
Listed on 2026-01-01
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Social Work
Child Development/Support, Public Health
LD/CPS Investigator | Social Service Specialist 3 (SSS3) – Kent, WA
State of Washington – Department of Children, Youth & Families (DCYF)
Our vision is to ensure that Washington state’s children and youth grow up safe and healthy—thriving physically, emotionally and academically, nurtured by family and community.
OpportunityThe Social Service Specialist 3 (SSS3) – LD/CPS Investigator will conduct child abuse and neglect investigations in licensed and unlicensed facilities, coordinate with law enforcement, health professionals, and community partners, and produce comprehensive investigative assessments.
Responsibilities- Conduct child abuse and neglect investigations in licensed, unlicensed, and DCYF-regulated facilities.
- Interview subjects, witnesses, children, and adults; coordinate interviews with foster home licensors.
- Gather evidence and determine findings of abuse and/or neglect.
- Produce written investigative assessments with conclusions, recommendations, and risk of future harm.
- Represent DCYF Licensing Division in criminal, civil, and administrative proceedings.
- Provide training and technical assistance to providers, community, and other agencies.
- Maintain case records in Fam Link and adhere to program standards.
- Provide occasional after‑hours coverage during holiday weekends; extensive travel may be required.
Required Qualifications
- Six (6) years of paid social service experience and 30 semester or 45 quarter credits in a social service discipline.
- OR One (1) year as a Social Service Specialist 2.
- OR Bachelor’s degree in social services, human services, behavioral sciences, or related field AND Two (2) years of paid social service experience in child welfare, social or health services.
- OR Master’s degree in social services, human services, behavioral sciences, or related field AND One (1) year of paid social service experience in child welfare, social or health services.
Additional Ideal Qualifications
- Experience partnering with diverse populations, managing agencies, and providing family‑centered services.
- Knowledge of Washington state child protective and child welfare laws and regulations.
- Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Outlook) and Fam Link database.
- Strong written and oral communication skills.
Apply online at NEOGOV before January 3, 2026
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Documents to attach:
- Cover Letter
- Resume (current/updated)
- DD‑214 or NGB‑22 for Veteran’s Preference (if applicable)
For more information or assistance contact Veronica Jones, Talent Acquisition Specialist es.gov.
Equal Opportunity EmployerDCYF is an equal opportunity employer. The Department does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, race, creed, color, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. All applicants will receive a background check.
Benefits- Competitive monthly salary ($5,666–$7,622) plus King County premium and assignment pay.
- Health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
- Retirement through Washington Public Employees Retirement System (PERS).
- Paid leave, including holiday, sick, and vacation.
- Professional development and training opportunities.
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