Child & Family Services Specialist — Trauma‑Informed Casework

State of Nebraska; Broken Bow (NE); On-site; USD 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation and sick leave

13 paid holidays

Retirement plan with employer match

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

State of Nebraska is hiring Child and Family Services Specialists (CFSS) in O'Neill, Broken Bow, or Valentine. You will conduct home visits, assess safety, and advocate for children and families within a trauma-informed framework.

The trainee starts at $22,327 and increases to $26,183 after training, with comprehensive benefits including leave, holidays, and retirement match. A driver’s license is required, and experience in child welfare is preferred.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, sociology, counseling, human development, mental health care, education, criminal justice, or other related fields.
• Enrollment in the final semester may be considered.
• Valid driver’s license is required.
• Experience in child welfare, juvenile justice and/or case management is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a case manager for families referred to DHHS.
• Conduct home visits and comprehensive safety assessments in diverse settings.
• Advocate for the well-being of children and families while respecting diversity.
• Collaborate with the legal system and partners to support permanency goals.
• Write timely, accurate documentation for internal and legal use.
• Connect families to formal services and informal supports.
• Promote normalcy and permanency for children in care.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, sociology, counseling, human development, mental health care, education, criminal justice, or other related fields

Tools

Driver's license

Job description

State of Nebraska is hiring Child and Family Services Specialists (CFSS) in O'Neill, Broken Bow, or Valentine. You will conduct home visits, assess safety, and advocate for children and families within a trauma-informed framework.

The trainee starts at $22,327 and increases to $26,183 after training, with comprehensive benefits including leave, holidays, and retirement match. A driver’s license is required, and experience in child welfare is preferred.