Senior Child Protective Investigator Supervisor

My Florida Families; Bartow, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida Department of Children and Families seeks a skilled Child Protective Investigator Supervisor-SES to lead investigators and support staff in protecting children. The role emphasizes communication, training, and performance coaching.

Responsibilities include directing workloads, reviewing casework and safety plans, and ensuring adherence to laws and agency policies. Night or extended shifts may be required and collaboration with external partners is essential.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of child protection theories and investigations.
• Ability to supervise and develop investigators and staff.
• Familiarity with laws, rules, and reporting requirements.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise workloads, timelines and objectives for investigators and staff.
• Develop performance standards and provide coaching.
• Review casework, safety plans and documentation for quality.
• Monitor open cases and manage workflow to prevent backlog.
• Ensure compliance with federal and state regulations.
• Lead hiring, promotion and disciplinary actions as needed.
• Collect and report data on child protective investigations.
• Establish and maintain partnerships with relevant agencies.

Skills

Leadership

Case management

Investigation techniques

Communication

Training & coaching

Data analysis

Performance evaluation

Workflow supervision

Education

Bachelor's degree in social work or related field

AA degree or 60+ credit hours

High school diploma or GED

Current/Active Child Welfare Certification

Job description

Florida Department of Children and Families seeks a skilled Child Protective Investigator Supervisor-SES to lead investigators and support staff in protecting children. The role emphasizes communication, training, and performance coaching.

Responsibilities include directing workloads, reviewing casework and safety plans, and ensuring adherence to laws and agency policies. Night or extended shifts may be required and collaboration with external partners is essential.