Child Welfare Intake Specialist - Help Families Thrive

Sdsoybean; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 31,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid holidays

Vacation and sick leave

Retirement benefits

Job summary

Department of Social Services - Division of Child Protection Services in Sioux Falls, SD, is seeking an Intake Specialist to perform intake assessments by gathering detailed information from callers regarding child safety and family needs.

You will analyze potential threats, provide intervention resources, and document findings for rapid decision-making. Remote work not indicated; typical full-time schedule with potential flexibility to meet staffing needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a human service-related field preferred.
• Strong communication and written information gathering skills.
• Ability to handle high-stress situations and sensitive information.

Responsibilities

• Complete intake assessments by gathering details from reporting parties about diverse backgrounds.
• Analyze information for safety threats and provide intervention resources as needed.
• Identify potential placement resources and communicate effectively with leads and supervisors.

Skills

Time management

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in human services

Job description

Department of Social Services - Division of Child Protection Services in Sioux Falls, SD, is seeking an Intake Specialist to perform intake assessments by gathering detailed information from callers regarding child safety and family needs.

You will analyze potential threats, provide intervention resources, and document findings for rapid decision-making. Remote work not indicated; typical full-time schedule with potential flexibility to meet staffing needs.