Rapid-Response Child Protective Investigator

Florida; Florida; On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The Florida Department of Children and Families seeks a Child Protective Investigator to conduct investigations of abuse, neglect and special conditions, collect information, assess danger, and arrange emergency placement when needed.

This role requires a high school diploma or GED with law enforcement or military background or an associate degree with two years of professional experience, or a bachelor’s degree. Certification within 12 months is mandatory, and a valid driver license is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED plus four years of law enforcement or active military service.
• Associate degree or 60+ credit hours with two years of professional work experience or two years of law enforcement or active military service.
• Bachelor’s degree accepted; transcripts may be required.

Responsibilities

• 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 to determine safety.
• Arrange emergency placement for any child that cannot safely remain in their home.
• Notify state attorney, law enforcement and child protection teams.
• Provide families with service linkages to agency and community resources.
• Conduct initial/ongoing child present and impending danger assessments.
• Report indications of abuse, neglect and/or abandonment to the Florida Abuse Hotline.

Skills

Investigations

Observation

Interviewing

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree/60+ credits

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

The Florida Department of Children and Families seeks a Child Protective Investigator to conduct investigations of abuse, neglect and special conditions, collect information, assess danger, and arrange emergency placement when needed.

This role requires a high school diploma or GED with law enforcement or military background or an associate degree with two years of professional experience, or a bachelor’s degree. Certification within 12 months is mandatory, and a valid driver license is required.