Child Welfare Supervisor — Fieldwork & Court Support Lead

DCFS-Department of Children and Family Services; Bogalusa (LA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Children and Family Services in Bogalusa, Louisiana, seeks a Child Welfare Supervisor to guide staff through complex cases, secure placements, and provide hands-on support during fieldwork, home visits, and court appearances.

The role requires experience in child welfare and may require flexible schedules; the office emphasizes teamwork and a positive, productive workplace.

Qualifications

• Six years of experience in child welfare OR six years of full‑time work in any field plus three years in child welfare.
• Bachelor’s degree plus three years of child welfare experience; OR an advanced degree with two years in child welfare.

Responsibilities

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

Education

Bachelor’s degree in social science or related field

Advanced degree in social science, behavioral health, nursing, or JD

Job description

Department of Children and Family Services in Bogalusa, Louisiana, seeks a Child Welfare Supervisor to guide staff through complex cases, secure placements, and provide hands-on support during fieldwork, home visits, and court appearances.

The role requires experience in child welfare and may require flexible schedules; the office emphasizes teamwork and a positive, productive workplace.