Trauma-Informed Child & Family Advocate

State of Nebraska; Nebraska; On-site; USD 30,758,000 - 36,070,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation leave

Holidays

Retirement plan

Team culture

Career advancement

Job summary

The State of Nebraska's DHHS is seeking compassionate Child and Family Services Specialists to support families involved with the child welfare system. You will conduct safety assessments, provide trauma-informed case management, and advocate for children's well‑being and permanency.

You will travel to homes, participate in multidisciplinary teams, and may testify in court. The role starts at $22.327/hour with increases after training and offers benefits and opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• Experience in child welfare or family services.
• Willingness to travel to homes and community meetings.
• Ability to provide court testimony when necessary.
• Strong communication and collaboration with partners.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a case manager for families referred to DHHS.
• Conduct home visits and comprehensive safety assessments in diverse community settings.
• Advocate for the well‑being of children and families while respecting cultural and individual diversity.
• Apply family‑centered practices and actively involve families in decision‑making.
• Collaborate with the legal system and other partners to support case permanency goals.
• Utilize Structured Decision Making (SDM) tools to inform safety planning and case decisions.
• Write timely, accurate, and professional documentation for internal and legal use.
• Connect families to formal services and informal supports based on assessed needs.
• Promote normalcy and permanency for children in care.
• Apply trauma‑informed and least‑restrictive approaches to strengthen family functioning and resilience.

Skills

Case management

Trauma-informed

Advocacy

Collaboration

Job description

The State of Nebraska's DHHS is seeking compassionate Child and Family Services Specialists to support families involved with the child welfare system. You will conduct safety assessments, provide trauma-informed case management, and advocate for children's well‑being and permanency.

You will travel to homes, participate in multidisciplinary teams, and may testify in court. The role starts at $22.327/hour with increases after training and offers benefits and opportunities for advancement.