Senior Child Protective Advocate & Lead Case Expert

Office of Shared Administration (WV); Logan (WV); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Leave and health coverage

Job summary

The Bureau for Social Services in West Virginia is seeking a Lead Advocate: Child Protective Service Worker Senior to handle the most complex cases, mentor junior staff, and serve as a liaison with the judicial system. This role emphasizes high-stakes clinical decision-making and leadership within the unit.

The position requires advanced clinical expertise, proven mentorship, and strong analytical and legal system skills, with travel and on-call duties as needed.

Qualifications

• Advanced clinical expertise in identifying chronic neglect, severe physical abuse, and complex family dynamics.
• Proven mentorship abilities guiding junior workers through difficult field situations.
• Superior analytical skills to review case data, identify trends, and develop solutions for families with barriers.
• Mastery of the legal system, including drafting court documents and expert testimony in high-profile proceedings.

Responsibilities

• Under general supervision, perform complex Child Protective Services casework for the most challenging cases.
• Lead, mentor, and review the work of others as a lead worker within the unit.
• Coordinate with law enforcement and the judiciary as needed to protect children.
• Maintain detailed case records and extensive documentation; travel and on-call as required.

Job description

The Bureau for Social Services in West Virginia is seeking a Lead Advocate: Child Protective Service Worker Senior to handle the most complex cases, mentor junior staff, and serve as a liaison with the judicial system. This role emphasizes high-stakes clinical decision-making and leadership within the unit.

The position requires advanced clinical expertise, proven mentorship, and strong analytical and legal system skills, with travel and on-call duties as needed.