CPS Family Safety Services Specialist I

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

Benefits offered by this job

100% paid health insurance

Employer retirement plans

Paid vacation and holidays

Sick leave

Job summary

Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) seeks a CPS Family Based Safety Services Worker in Austin to assess risk, deliver in-home services, and facilitate safety planning for children and families. Master’s in Social Work may boost hire at the point of entry.

Position requires flexibility, potential for travel, and collaboration with law enforcement and community resources to ensure child safety and family resilience.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of child development and family dynamics.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience or training related to child protective services is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Responds quickly in crisis situations.
• Provides in-home services and develops treatment plans to reduce risk.
• Maintains contact with families to achieve safety goals.
• Documents information accurately and timely.

Skills

Knowledge of child development

Knowledge of family dynamics

Effective verbal and written коммуника

Education

Master's degree in Social Work

Job description

Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) seeks a CPS Family Based Safety Services Worker in Austin to assess risk, deliver in-home services, and facilitate safety planning for children and families. Master’s in Social Work may boost hire at the point of entry.

Position requires flexibility, potential for travel, and collaboration with law enforcement and community resources to ensure child safety and family resilience.