CPS/FAR Social Service Specialist in Training

State of Washington; Aberdeen (WA); Hybrid; USD 66,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Washington is seeking a CPS/FARSocial Service Specialist 2-3 in Training in Aberdeen, WA. The role involves assessing complex family situations, interviewing children and parents, and developing safety plans for at-risk children.

The position includes mandatory Worker Core Training (WCT) lasting 9.5 weeks, with travel and lodging provided for Seattle cohorts. Eligible candidates may advance to the Social Service Specialist 3 level.

Qualifications

• Five years of paid social service experience and 30 credits in a Social Service discipline.
• Bachelor’s degree in social services or related field with 30 credits, plus experience.
• Master’s degree with practicum or equivalent credits and related experience.
• One year of experience as Social Service Specialist 1 or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Investigate, assess, and evaluate reports of child abuse.
• Provide ongoing safety and risk assessment of the family throughout the case.
• Provide comprehensive assessment of casework needs for child and family.
• Assess need for out-of-home placement and coordinate with family.
• Monitor health and safety of children through regular visitation.
• Utilize FAMLINK to document case activities and maintain records.
• Prepare and document cases for court proceedings.

Skills

Paid social service experience

Case coordination

Child welfare principles

Education

Bachelor’s degree with 30 credits in Social Service discipline

Master’s degree with 30 credits in Social Service discipline and practicum

One year of experience as Social Service Specialist 1

Six years of paid social service experience with required credits

Tools

FAMLINK

Job description

State of Washington is seeking a CPS/FARSocial Service Specialist 2-3 in Training in Aberdeen, WA. The role involves assessing complex family situations, interviewing children and parents, and developing safety plans for at-risk children.

The position includes mandatory Worker Core Training (WCT) lasting 9.5 weeks, with travel and lodging provided for Seattle cohorts. Eligible candidates may advance to the Social Service Specialist 3 level.