Child Protective Services Supervisor – Casework Lead

New Mexico Department of Justice; Artesia (NM); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

New Mexico CYFD is seeking a CPS Case Worker to help make safe and permanent placements for children in the state. You will initiate investigations, assess safety and risk, and coordinate services across partners.

The role includes permanency planning and ongoing case management to promote child well-being. The position involves licensing foster homes, providing support before and after placements, and participating in multidisciplinary teams to ensure quality practice and compliance with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in social work or related field with relevant experience.
• Experience working with Children, Youth and Families and community partners.
• Willingness to travel and participate in after-hours needs.

Responsibilities

• Investigations: initiate CPS investigations, assess safety and risk, coordinate after-hours responses.
• Permanency: provide ongoing case activities, safety planning, and timely permanency for children.
• Licensing & Support: assess and license foster homes, support families pre- and post-placement.

Skills

Child welfare

Case management

Multidisciplinary meetings

Licensing

School partnerships

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Social Work

Job description

New Mexico CYFD is seeking a CPS Case Worker to help make safe and permanent placements for children in the state. You will initiate investigations, assess safety and risk, and coordinate services across partners.

The role includes permanency planning and ongoing case management to promote child well-being. The position involves licensing foster homes, providing support before and after placements, and participating in multidisciplinary teams to ensure quality practice and compliance with