CPS Investigative Supervisor - Lead High-Impact Case Unit

Department-of-Family-and-Protective-Services; Texarkana (TX); On-site; USD 54,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance (state paid)

Retirement plans

Paid vacation/holidays

Sick leave

Dental/vision insurance (optional)

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) seeks a CPI Investigative Supervisor I/II to lead a unit within CPS Investigations Region 4. The role manages caseworkers, ensures timely contact, and uses data plans to assess child safety and risk.

You will guide staff, provide consultations, and drive compliance with agency policies. The position requires a bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) and CPI/CPS experience, with strong leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 60 college credit hours with varying years of CPI/CPS experience required.
• Two years of full-time CPI/CPS experience or related public social services experience.
• Prior leadership experience in CPI/CPS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversees safety, risk, and permanency activities for a CPI unit daily.
• Directs staff, conducts staff training, and manages time/leave in CAPPS.
• Interprets policy, provides guidance, and represents the program in meetings with stakeholders.
• Performs other duties to maintain unit operations as assigned.

Skills

Staff supervision

Communication skills

Data analysis

Policy knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work / related field

Tools

CAPPS

Data warehouse reports

Job description

Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) seeks a CPI Investigative Supervisor I/II to lead a unit within CPS Investigations Region 4. The role manages caseworkers, ensures timely contact, and uses data plans to assess child safety and risk.

You will guide staff, provide consultations, and drive compliance with agency policies. The position requires a bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) and CPI/CPS experience, with strong leadership and communication skills.