Foster & Adoption Certification Specialist Trainee 1-3

State of Louisiana; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Children and Family Services in Baton Rouge, LA is seeking a Child Welfare Specialist Trainee. The role involves advanced professional duties within the DCFS Child Welfare Division, performing foster and adoptive caregiver certification and re-certification under supervision.

Related experience or a degree is required, with flexible career progression. Typical schedule is 8:00 am–4:30 pm, Monday–Friday; SER compensation is provided at several trainee levels.

Qualifications

• Three years of experience in child welfare, OR
• Six years of full-time work experience in any field, OR
• A bachelor’s degree.

Responsibilities

• Maintains a caseload of foster and adoptive homes and performs certification and re-certification activities.
• Conducts comprehensive home studies, safety assessments, and caregiver evaluations to determine compliance with certification standards.
• Develops and monitors corrective action plans to address deficiencies and ensure compliance.
• Maintains complete and accurate case records (electronic and paper) in accordance with policy, licensing regulations, and legal requirements.
• Makes recommendations regarding approval, denial, or continuation of certification.
• Maintains required contacts with foster/adoptive families, including home visits and support interactions.
• Coordinates with community resources, service providers, and stakeholders to support caregivers and children placed in the home.

Skills

Child Welfare Experience

General Work Experience

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Department of Children and Family Services in Baton Rouge, LA is seeking a Child Welfare Specialist Trainee. The role involves advanced professional duties within the DCFS Child Welfare Division, performing foster and adoptive caregiver certification and re-certification under supervision.

Related experience or a degree is required, with flexible career progression. Typical schedule is 8:00 am–4:30 pm, Monday–Friday; SER compensation is provided at several trainee levels.