Child Welfare Placement Specialist - Help Kids Thrive

Kids Central; Florida; On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, lifeInsurance

401(k) with company match

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Kids Central in Wildwood, FL, is seeking a Placement Specialist to manage intake, assessments, and placement coordination for children in foster care. The role supports Protective Investigators, Case Managers, and agencies to ensure safe, appropriate placements.

The position emphasizes collaboration, quick decision-making, and adherence to Florida statutes and KCI procedures, including overnight/on-call coverage. A background in child welfare with relevant certifications is favored.

Qualifications

• Two years of child welfare experience and/or a bachelor’s degree in human services, behavioral health, or related field, plus one year in human services or child welfare are preferred.
• Certification as a Child Protective Professional preferred
• Current Background Clearance Screening Letter

Responsibilities

• Ensure timely, accurate intake, assessment, and coordination of out-of-home care for children.
• Coordinate services identified by the Protective Investigator/Case Manager; authorize initial services.
• Assist in developing initial plan of action and referrals based on criteria.
• Attend CMAT, disruptions, and multi-disciplinary staffings.
• Assist with integration and stabilization of care levels into therapeutic and medical services.
• Liaise between foster parents, case management agencies, and DCFS to maintain placements.

Skills

Knowledge of child welfare system

Interpersonal communication

Negotiation

Conflict resolution

Multitasking

Problem solving

Independent & collaborative work

Vehicle operation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in human services or related field

Job description

Kids Central in Wildwood, FL, is seeking a Placement Specialist to manage intake, assessments, and placement coordination for children in foster care. The role supports Protective Investigators, Case Managers, and agencies to ensure safe, appropriate placements.

The position emphasizes collaboration, quick decision-making, and adherence to Florida statutes and KCI procedures, including overnight/on-call coverage. A background in child welfare with relevant certifications is favored.