Child Protection Specialist

1 week ago


Missoula, Montana, United States State of Montana Full time
Job Summary

The State of Montana's Child and Family Services Division is seeking a highly skilled Child Protection Specialist to join our team. As a key member of our team, you will provide family-centered services within a trauma-informed system to ensure the safety, permanency, and well-being of children at risk of or who have been subjected to child maltreatment.

Key Responsibilities
  • Conduct timely assessments of reports of child maltreatment, using 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 ensure the safety of all families in need of Child Protective Services (CPS).
  • Engage families in the establishment of a permanency plan when needed and required, and ensure the plan follows the order of placement preference as set forth in statute and policy.
  • Assure child(ren) is evaluated and assessed to determine medical and psychological needs throughout the case.
Why Work with Us

The State of Montana offers a comprehensive benefits package, including healthcare coverage, retirement plans, paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays. Our department is committed to empowering independence and improving the health, safety, and well-being of Montanans. As a Child Protection Specialist, you will have the opportunity to perform meaningful work in public service and make a positive impact in the lives of children and families.

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.


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