CPS Conservatorship Specialist

We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate CPS Conservatorship Specialist to join our team at the Department of Family and Protective Services. As a Conservatorship Specialist, you will play a critical role in ensuring the safety and well-being of children and families in our community.

• Receives cases from investigators and determines each child's needs, ensuring appropriate referrals for testing, evaluations, and assessments.
• Works with children, families, and communities to plan for a child's permanency, identifying potential resources and kinship providers.
• Meets with parents to assess risk and safety issues, referring them to appropriate services to address identified needs.
• Collaborates with a Placement Team, including Kinship staff, for placements, and participates in meetings and conferences as needed.
• Visits children monthly to assess their safety and well-being, and discusses their needs, wishes, and progress while in care.
• Attends and participates in court hearings about the child and family, preparing court reports and testifying as needed.

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• An accredited Bachelor's degree or Associate's degree with relevant work experience.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with children, families, and community partners.
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills, with the ability to analyze complex situations and develop effective solutions.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a high level of flexibility and adaptability.

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as opportunities for professional growth and development. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and families, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.