CPI Investigator Trainee – Field Protective

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Paid vacation and holidays

Dental, vision, and life insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Employee discounts

Job summary

Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) in Texas seeks a CPI Investigation Worker Trainee Spec I to conduct child protective investigations. The role involves crisis response, interviewing families, and coordinating safety actions.

Strong communication and a commitment to protecting children are essential. Position is full-time in NACOGDOCHES with travel up to 60% and a competitive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant field.
• Experience in social, human, or protective services is valued.
• Ability to travel up to 60% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Responds to crisis situations involving children.
• Conducts forensic investigations to determine abuse/neglect.
• Interviews family members, care providers, and others familiar with the case.
• Maintains documentation and supports child safety through appropriate actions.

Skills

Knowledge of child development

Knowledge of family dynamics

Verbal and written communication

Interpersonal relationship building

Education

Bachelor's degree

Associate's degree

60 credit hours

90 credit hours

Job description

Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) in Texas seeks a CPI Investigation Worker Trainee Spec I to conduct child protective investigations. The role involves crisis response, interviewing families, and coordinating safety actions.

Strong communication and a commitment to protecting children are essential. Position is full-time in NACOGDOCHES with travel up to 60% and a competitive benefits package.