Trauma-Informed Child & Family Services Case Manager

Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services; York (NE); On-site; USD 30,758,000 - 36,070,000; Full time

Job summary

Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services seeks compassionate individuals for Child and Family Services Specialist roles in York/Seward. You will provide trauma‑informed, family‑centered case management for children and families, including safety assessments and collaboration with partners in the child welfare system.

Starting pay includes trainee wages with a progression after training, and the schedule mixes typical hours with on‑call rotations, reflecting the demanding nature of field

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications: A bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, sociology, counseling, human development, mental health care, education, criminal justice, or related fields (or enrolled in final semester).
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience in child welfare, juvenile justice and/or case management aids.

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.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, sociology, counseling, human development, mental health care, education, criminal justice, or other related fields

Job description

Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services seeks compassionate individuals for Child and Family Services Specialist roles in York/Seward. You will provide trauma‑informed, family‑centered case management for children and families, including safety assessments and collaboration with partners in the child welfare system.

Starting pay includes trainee wages with a progression after training, and the schedule mixes typical hours with on‑call rotations, reflecting the demanding nature of field