CPS Investigator & Permanency Specialist (Floating)

New Mexico Department of Justice; Roswell (NM); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

New Mexico CYFD seeks a CPS Floating Case Worker to support two service areas: CPS Investigations and Permanency Coordinators. The role involves case management, safety assessments, and coordinating services for children and families.

You will be housed in a CYFD office, may travel for home visits and court appearances, and provide after-hours responses during rotating assignments. A Bachelor's degree in social work or related field is required; experience with children and families is preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience working directly with children, youth, and families.
• Ability to partner with community service providers.
• Experience with youth in school settings is a plus.
• Developing safety plans and conducting assessments.
• Ability to manage multiple cases and prioritize work.

Responsibilities

• Initiate CPS investigations and assess safety and risk.
• Conduct investigations, interview involved parties, and communicate findings.
• Provide permanency-planning services to promote safety and well-being.
• Complete contacts, visits, court reports, and case plans.
• Travel for home visits, court appearances, and other case activities.

Skills

Experience with children & families

Community partnerships

Youth in school settings

Safety planning

Multitasking & prioritization

Education

Bachelor's degree in social work or related field

Job description

New Mexico CYFD seeks a CPS Floating Case Worker to support two service areas: CPS Investigations and Permanency Coordinators. The role involves case management, safety assessments, and coordinating services for children and families.

You will be housed in a CYFD office, may travel for home visits and court appearances, and provide after-hours responses during rotating assignments. A Bachelor's degree in social work or related field is required; experience with children and families is preferred.