Field-Based CPS Family Safety Specialist

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

Benefits offered by this job

100% paid health insurance for you

Retirement plans with 401(k)

Paid vacation and holidays

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

Texas Department of Family and Protective Services in Jasper, TX, is seeking a Family Based Safety Services Worker to protect children and support families. The role emphasizes crisis response, in-home service delivery, and collaboration with law enforcement and community resources.

Initial screening includes degree options and experience in social services. This mobile role requires travel up to 75% and a valid Texas driver’s license, with a comprehensive state benefits package.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of child development and family dynamics.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to travel 60–75% and work irregular hours.

Responsibilities

• Responds quickly in crisis situations.
• Provides time-limited in-home services to families to protect children.
• Assesses safety and takes action to remove or reduce risk.
• Engages with families to identify resources and supports.

Skills

Knowledge of child development

Knowledge of family dynamics

Verbal and written communication

Travel availability

On-call flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree

Associate's degree

60 credit hours

90 credit hours

Job description

Texas Department of Family and Protective Services in Jasper, TX, is seeking a Family Based Safety Services Worker to protect children and support families. The role emphasizes crisis response, in-home service delivery, and collaboration with law enforcement and community resources.

Initial screening includes degree options and experience in social services. This mobile role requires travel up to 75% and a valid Texas driver’s license, with a comprehensive state benefits package.