CPI Investigator Trainee - Field-Based Protective Services

FALL CREEK FARM & NURSERY; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 43,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% paid health insurance

Retirement plans

Paid vacation, holidays, sick leave

Dental, vision, life insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Employee discounts

Job summary

The Texas Department of Family and Protective Services seeks a CPI Investigation Worker Trainee in Fort Worth (CPI Investigations Region 3W). This full-time role spans investigative responsibilities and collaboration with medical and social services partners.

The position requires crisis response, forensic interviewing, and risk assessments, with significant travel and on-call duties. DFPS provides extensive training and protects children and families.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of child development.
• Strong communication (verbal and written) skills.
• Experience with interviews and investigations in protective services.
• Willingness to travel and work flexible hours.

Responsibilities

• Responds to crisis situations involving children in potential abuse or neglect.
• Conducts forensic investigations to determine abuse/neglect and assess risk.
• Interviews family members, caregivers, and professionals to collect case information.
• Maintains accurate documentation and completes required forms.

Skills

Knowledge of child development

Effective verbal and written comms

Interviews and investigative skills

Adaptability and travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Relevant work experience in protective services

Tools

Mobile technology

Job description

The Texas Department of Family and Protective Services seeks a CPI Investigation Worker Trainee in Fort Worth (CPI Investigations Region 3W). This full-time role spans investigative responsibilities and collaboration with medical and social services partners.

The position requires crisis response, forensic interviewing, and risk assessments, with significant travel and on-call duties. DFPS provides extensive training and protects children and families.