Child Welfare Supervisor - CPI

DCFS-Department of Children and Family Services; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 56,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

DCFS-Department of Children and Family Services in Baton Rouge, LA, is seeking a Child Welfare Supervisor to lead and monitor staff, ensure resources, and uphold accountability within the Child Protection Investigation, Foster Care, and Family Services programs.

The role requires six years of child welfare experience (or equivalent), plus a relevant degree as described in the job posting; the position includes a SER of $26.91/hr and a schedule from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, Monday–Friday, with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree plus three years of experience in child welfare OR an advanced degree in a relevant field plus two years of experience OR other substitution options as specified.
• Experience substitutions: 30 semester hours = 1 year towards six years total. Max substitution = 120 semester hours (4 years).
• Possession of a valid driver's license and compliance with background checks are required.

Responsibilities

• Guides employees through assessment of the validity of child abuse/neglect allegations.
• Guides employees through risk of harm assessment and out-of-home placement decisions.
• Guides employees through assessment of required referrals for clients investigated for alleged abuse/neglect.
• Assesses ongoing training needs and arranges training through Agency channels.
• Reviews and evaluates work performance; counsels employees and may recommend discipline.
• Works directly with clients, professionals, and community members to clarify interventions.

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Advanced degree in social science/behavioral health/nursing/JD

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Department MISSION

To protect children, empower families, and strengthen communities so every child grows up safe, stable, and strong.

Department VISION

A future where every child thrives in a loving environment, supported by empowered families and resilient communities.

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.

This vacancy is located in the East Baton Rouge Child Welfare Office in Baton Rouge, LA (CPI Unit).

Join Our Team at DCFS: Child Welfare Supervisor

The incumbent of this position will support and monitor staff performance, identifies necessary resources, and ensures accountability.

The work unit assigned to this supervisor consists of Child Welfare Trainees/ Specialists in the Child Protection Investigation, Foster Care, and Family Services programs.

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

• 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

• Guides employees through the assessment of the validity of the child abuse/neglect allegations.
• Guides employees through the risk of harm assessment and need for out of home placement of abused/neglected children.
• Guides employees through the assessment of the services of referrals needed for clients who have been investigated for alleged abuse/neglect.
• Assess ongoing training needs of the staff and offers the training or helps arrange for the training through appropriate Agency channels.
• Reviews and evaluates work performance; counsels with employees regarding work performance; may recommend disciplinary action of an employee.
• Works directly with clients, professionals, and community members who are upset and need clarification about a worker's intervention or Agency intervention in general.
• Performs other duties as assigned for the smooth operation of the Department.

Position-Specific Details

Appointment Type: 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.

Work 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.

Compensation: The Child Welfare Supervisor position has a Special Entrance Rate (SER) of $26.91/hr.

In accordance with La. R.S. 46:51.2 the department shall conduct a State Central Registry (SCR) check for a potential employee of the department to determine whether or not said individual's name appears on a SCR subsequent to December 31, 2009, and whose duties include: investigations of child abuse or neglect, supervisory or disciplinary authority over children, direct care to a child, or performance of licensing surveys.

In accordance with state laws, selected candidates must pass the following checks before any final job offer will be made: Drug Test, Criminal Background, State Central Registry, and Louisiana State Police Sex Offender and Child Predator Registry.

Must possess a valid driver's license.

Louisiana HB 420 requires all prospective DCFS employees to complete and clear multiple background clearances prior to employment with this agency.

No Civil Service test scoreis required in order to be considered for this vacancy.

Human Resources

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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.