Child Protection Specialist/Child Protective Investigator

1 week ago

Liberal, Kansas, United States State of Kansas Full time

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.

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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. Thrive With Us and find your career and purpose

As a Child Protection Specialist, you will provide protective and preventive services. Prevention is defined as prevention for out of home placement for children. The social worker will investigate allegations of abuse and neglect, perform risk and safety assessments, develop safety plans, provide information about and referrals to community resources for at risk families, and make appropriate referrals to contracted family preservation and foster care providers.

As a Child Protective Investigator, you will be a member of the Joint Investigative Team (Supervisor, Child Protection Specialist, Child Protective Investigator). You will receive assignment reports of families where child(ren) are suspected of being abused or neglected or in need of care as defined by K.S.A Reviews preliminary data and in conjunction with the Child Protection Specialist, develops an investigative plan.

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Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:
• Child Protection Specialist: Four-year degree in a Human Services or Behavioral Sciences Field of study, or education determined relevant by the agency.

• Child Protective Investigator: Two years investigation, fact finding or enforcing state or federal laws and regulations. Associate's Degree in social work, criminal justice (law enforcement or corrections) may be substituted for experience as determined relevant by the agency.

Preferred Qualifications:
• Child Protection Specialist: One or more of the following: Bachelor's in Social Work (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.
• Child Protective Investigator: Two years of experience doing field investigative work as a law enforcement officer, corrections/parole officer, social worker, or special/private investigator. Bachelor's degree in social work, criminal justice (law enforcement or corrections).

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. Tax Clearance: If offered a position of employment, a valid/current Kansas Tax Clearance Certificate must be submitted. Visit the KDOR Tax Clearance Request Information page for more information.

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