Child Protection Specialist

3 days ago

Helena, Montana, United States State of Montana Full time
Job Title: Child Protection Specialist

At the State of Montana, we are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Child Protection Specialist to join our team. As a key member of our Child and Family Services Division, you will play a vital role in ensuring the safety, permanency, and well-being of children at risk of or who have been subjected to child maltreatment.

Responsibilities:
  • Conduct timely assessments of reports of child maltreatment, utilizing standardized safety assessment tools and decision-making guides.
  • Document and communicate safety threats to all involved, including preparation of affidavits for District Court when necessary.
  • Provide appropriate level of intervention to assure safety of all families in need of Child Protective Services (CPS); continuously reviews progress made by families to eliminate safety threats.
  • Engage families in the establishment of a permanency plan when needed and required, and assures plan follows order of placement preference as set forth in statue and policy.
  • Assure child(ren) is evaluated and assessed to determine medical and psychological needs throughout the case.
Why Work with Us:

As a Child Protection Specialist with the State of Montana, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes healthcare coverage, retirement plans, paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays, work/life balance, and eligibility to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.

Qualifications:
  • Ability to make critical decisions, based on integration of information from multiple sources that may be discrepant, in high-stress situations.
  • Ability to engage children and families, under difficult circumstances, to gather sufficient information to make accurate and precise decisions.
  • Ability to identify problems, develop and implement solutions.
  • Ability to communicate information both orally and in writing so others will understand.
  • Meet minimum qualifications:
    • Required bachelor's degree in social work, human services, psychology, or related degree.
    • Two years of social services work experience, or directly related work experience, working with children and families in difficult and sometimes volatile situations.
    • Other combinations of related experience may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
  • Preferred:
    • Experience working with tribal government entities and/or other organizations of native peoples.
    • Knowledge of child development, child maltreatment prevention and treatment, and family centered social work practice.

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