Child Welfare Specialist Trainee - 4-Day Week, 10-Hour Shifts

State of Louisiana; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Louisiana DCFS is seeking candidates for a Child Welfare Specialist role in Louisiana. The position involves investigating allegations of child abuse/neglect, supporting staff, documenting case information for court proceedings, and coordinating referrals to services.

Location will be determined by parish availability and candidate preferences. Compensation includes SER bi-weekly pay rates depending on the trainee/1/2/3 level, with benefits and state employment perks.

Qualifications

• Three years of experience in child welfare; OR six years of full-time work experience in any field; OR a bachelor’s degree.
• Experience substitution: Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience towards the six years of full-time work experience; maximum substitution is 120 semester hours (up to four years).
• Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent.
• A current driver’s license and access to a personal vehicle.
• Incumbent must not have been convicted or pled nolo contendere to a crime listed in R.S. 15.587.1 (c).

Responsibilities

• Conduct investigations into allegations of child abuse and/or neglect.
• Support first-shift staff by assisting with backlog cases.
• Gather and document detailed case information and records for court proceedings and provide testimony during court proceedings.
• Make timely and appropriate referrals to family services, foster care programs, and other community-based resources to address the needs of children and families.

Skills

Child welfare experience

Full-time work experience (6+ years)

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Louisiana DCFS is seeking candidates for a Child Welfare Specialist role in Louisiana. The position involves investigating allegations of child abuse/neglect, supporting staff, documenting case information for court proceedings, and coordinating referrals to services.

Location will be determined by parish availability and candidate preferences. Compensation includes SER bi-weekly pay rates depending on the trainee/1/2/3 level, with benefits and state employment perks.