Field CPS Investigator Trainee

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Dental/vision/life insurance

FSAs

Employee discounts

Job summary

The Department of Family and Protective Services in Victoria, TX seeks CPI Investigations Specialist I–IV, a field-based role protecting children by conducting investigations into reports of abuse or neglect. You will interview families, coordinate with schools and law enforcement, and document findings.

This mobile position requires travel up to 60% and often works outside traditional office hours. DFPS offers competitive pay, health and retirement benefits, and training opportunities to

Qualifications

• Initial Screening: Bachelor's degree OR Associate's degree plus two years of relevant work experience.
• Alternative: 60 credits plus two years; or 90 credits plus one year.

Responsibilities

• Responds quickly in crisis situations involving children.
• Conducts forensic investigations to determine abuse/neglect and assess risk.
• Interviews parents, caregivers, and others with case knowledge.
• Documents all relevant information and completes required forms.
• Works in mobile/field setting with frequent travel.

Skills

Child development

Family dynamics

Communication skills

Relationship building

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

Associate's degree

60 college credits

90 college credits

Job description

The Department of Family and Protective Services in Victoria, TX seeks CPI Investigations Specialist I–IV, a field-based role protecting children by conducting investigations into reports of abuse or neglect. You will interview families, coordinate with schools and law enforcement, and document findings.

This mobile position requires travel up to 60% and often works outside traditional office hours. DFPS offers competitive pay, health and retirement benefits, and training opportunities to