CPI Investigator I — Field Protective Services

Department-of-Family-and-Protective-Services; Rosenberg (TX); On-site; USD 43,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Paid vacation

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Employee discounts

Job summary

Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) seeks a Mobile CPI Investigator to conduct child protective investigations in the field across Texas. The role emphasizes interviewing families, gathering information, and assessing safety while coordinating with partners in law enforcement, schools, and courts.

The position requires flexibility, sound judgment, and the ability to handle high-pressure situations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or higher.
• Experience in child protective investigations or protective services is preferred.
• Strong interviewing and documentation skills and ability to handle crisis situations.

Responsibilities

• Respond quickly in crisis situations involving children who may be in danger.
• Conduct forensic investigations to determine if abuse or neglect occurred.
• Interview family members, caregivers, and others to gather information.
• Document all relevant information and complete required forms accurately and timely.
• Collaborate with law enforcement, medical staff, schools, and courts to ensure child safety.

Skills

Interviewing

Documentation

Crisis management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) seeks a Mobile CPI Investigator to conduct child protective investigations in the field across Texas. The role emphasizes interviewing families, gathering information, and assessing safety while coordinating with partners in law enforcement, schools, and courts.

The position requires flexibility, sound judgment, and the ability to handle high-pressure situations.