Child Welfare Supervisor

State of Louisiana; Bogalusa (LA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Louisiana is seeking a dedicated Child Welfare Supervisor to lead the Washington Parish Child Welfare Office in Bogalusa. You will supervise staff, guide complex cases, secure placements, and support fieldwork, home visits, and court appearances while building a strong, collaborative team.

The role requires substantial child welfare experience and the ability to mentor staff, oversee operations, and maintain compliance in a dynamic public service setting.

Qualifications

• Six years of experience in child welfare.
• Six years in any field plus three years in child welfare.
• Bachelor’s degree plus three years in child welfare.
• Advanced degree in a social science or behavioral health field, nursing, or a juris doctorate plus two years of experience in child welfare.

Responsibilities

• Supervise staff assigned to the unit.
• Locate placement resources; accompany workers in the field, home visits, court appearances and provide case consultation for workers.
• Respond to court orders/inquiries/requests from judges, attorneys and other court personnel.
• Provide on‑going training for staff.
• Create a positive environment that promotes productivity in a safe comfortable, clean and well‑organised workplace.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Staff supervision

Case consultations

Fieldwork support

Court interactions

Education

Six years of child welfare experience

Six years in any field + 3 years in child welfare

Bachelor’s degree + 3 years in child welfare

Advanced degree in social science/behavioral health/nursing/JD + 2 years in child welfare

Job description

Department MISSION

DCFS is working to keep children safe, helping individuals and families become self-sufficient, and providing safe refuge during disasters.

Department VISION

We care for the well-being and safety of Louisiana's people.

Department VALUES

Treating all people with dignity, compassion and respect, while providing services with integrity.

At The Department of Children and Family Services, our mission is to empower communities and improve lives by delivering responsive, inclusive, and forward-thinking public services. We are proud to serve the people of Louisiana with integrity, innovation, and a deep commitment to equity.

Join Our Team at DCFS: Drive Excellence in the Office to the Secretary

If you're driven, collaborative, and ready to make an impact—this could be the opportunity for you

We're looking for a Child Welfare Supervisor to join our Child Welfare team in Bogalusa, Louisiana in the Washington Parish Office. In this supervisory role, you’ll guide staff through complex cases, help secure placements, and provide hands‑on support during fieldwork, home visits, and court appearances—all while developing your team and building a positive, productive workplace.

Qualifications

• Six years of experience in child welfare; OR
• Six years of full‑time work experience in any field plus three years of experience in child welfare; OR
• A bachelor’s degree plus three years of experience in child welfare; OR
• An advanced degree in a social science or behavioral health field, nursing, or a juris doctorate plus two years of experience in child welfare.

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 in any field. The maximum substitution allowed is 120 semester hours which substitutes for a maximum of four years of experience in any field.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENT:

• Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent.
• A current driver's license and access to a personal vehicle.

NOTE: The incumbent of this position must not have been convicted or pled nolo contendere to a crime listed in R.S. 15.587.1 (c).

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Job Duties

• Responsible for supervision of staff assigned to the unit.
• Locate placement resources; accompanying workers in the field, home visits, court appearances and provide case consultation for workers.
• Respond to court orders/inquires/requests from judges, attorneys and other court personnel.
• Provide on‑going training for staff.
• Create a positive environment that promotes productivity in a safe comfortable, clean and well‑organized workplace.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Position-Specific Details

Appointment Type: Probational, Promotional, or Job Appointment. This position may be filled as a probational appointment or a job appointment that may last up to 48 months. Job appointments may convert to probational appointments. Also, it may be filled as a detail and promoted within 12 months or by promotion of a permanent classified employee.

Career Progression: If position is in a Career Progression Group, please list all levels (i.e. Child Welfare Specialist Trainee, 1, 2, or 3). If there is no CPG, indicated, do not list “Career Progression”.

Works Schedule: Typically, work hours are 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, Monday – Friday. Flexible work schedules are available after meeting certain criteria and is dependent upon the position you are applying for. Some positions require working shifts.

Location

This vacancy is located in the Washington Parish Child Welfare Office in Bogalusa, Louisiana.

Compensation

The referenced position has a Special Entrance Rate (SER) see below:

• Child Welfare Supervisor: $26.91/hr.

Louisiana HB420 requires that all prospective DCFS employees complete and clear multiple background checks prior to employment with the agency.

NOTE: The incumbent of this position must not have been convicted or pled nolo contendere to a crime listed in R.S. 15.587.1 (c).

Must possess a valid driver's license & access to a personal vehicle before appointment.

Contact Information

For further information about this vacancy, contact:

Shelby Young

[e-mail]

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

DCFS is an “Equal Opportunity Employer”, and Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.