Crisis-Response Child Protective Investigator

Florida; Ocala (FL); Sur place; USD 50 000 - 55 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The Florida Department of Children and Families seeks a Child Protective Investigator in OCALA to respond quickly to reports of abuse and neglect, protect children, and ensure safety. The role demands detail orientation, sound judgment, and ability to work under pressure.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED with four years law enforcement or active military service, or an associate degree with two years professional experience, or a bachelor’s degree.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with 4 years of law enforcement or active military service.
• Associate degree with 60+ credit hours and two years of professional experience, or two years of law enforcement or military service.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• Must obtain Florida Child Protective Investigator Certification within 12 months.
• Valid Driver License and private vehicle for daily work.
• Ability to attend 8–12 week mandatory training.

Responsabilités

• Conduct investigations of abuse, neglect, abandonment and/or special conditions for children.
• Collect information through observation and interviews with children, parents, relatives, and neighbors.
• Assess danger threats, child vulnerabilities and caregiver protective capacities.
• Arrange emergency placement for children unable to safely remain in home.
• Notify state attorney, law enforcement and child protection teams.
• Provide families with service linkages to resources.
• Conduct initial/ongoing child present and impending danger assessments.
• Report indications of abuse or neglect to the Florida Abuse Hotline.

Connaissances

Decision making

Attention to detail

Ability to work under pressure

Formation

Bachelor's degree

Associate degree or 60+ credit hours

High school diploma or GED

Description du poste

The Florida Department of Children and Families seeks a Child Protective Investigator in OCALA to respond quickly to reports of abuse and neglect, protect children, and ensure safety. The role demands detail orientation, sound judgment, and ability to work under pressure.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED with four years law enforcement or active military service, or an associate degree with two years professional experience, or a bachelor’s degree.