Frontline Child Protection Advocate

WV Department of Human Services; West Virginia; Vor Ort; USD 42.000 - 64.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

PSLF eligibility

Comprehensive health coverage

Retirement options

Generous leave

Zusammenfassung

WV Department of Human Services is seeking a Child Protective Service (CPS) Worker to lead professional social work in crisis intervention, safety assessment, and family preservation. The role emphasizes protecting children and supporting families in crisis while coordinating with law enforcement and court systems.

Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree and licensure within the WV social work framework. Travel, on-call hours, and overtime are expected as cases require.

Qualifikationen

• In-depth knowledge of child development, trauma-informed care, and applicable state and federal child welfare laws.
• Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills, particularly in high-stress or sensitive environments.
• Ability to assess complex situations, develop strategic safety plans, and collaborate with law enforcement and legal teams.
• A commitment to integrity, cultural humility, and advancing the mission of child safety and family reunification.

Aufgaben

• Conduct thorough investigations into allegations of abuse or neglect to determine child safety and risk levels.
• Counsel families and children, providing resources and strategies to mitigate risk and improve household stability.
• Collaborate with physicians, teachers, law enforcement, and the court system to develop comprehensive permanency plans.
• Manage a dedicated caseload, ensuring all home visits, safety assessments, and service referrals are documented accurately.
• Represent the agency in legal proceedings, providing expert testimony and detailed reports to the court regarding child placement and parental progress.

Kenntnisse

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Risk assessment

Cultural humility

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree

Jobbeschreibung

WV Department of Human Services is seeking a Child Protective Service (CPS) Worker to lead professional social work in crisis intervention, safety assessment, and family preservation. The role emphasizes protecting children and supporting families in crisis while coordinating with law enforcement and court systems.

Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree and licensure within the WV social work framework. Travel, on-call hours, and overtime are expected as cases require.