Trauma-Informed Child Welfare Specialist

State of Nebraska; Grand Island (NE); On-site; USD 31,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation and sick leave

13 paid holidays

Agency retirement plan

Supportive leadership

Job summary

State of Nebraska seeks compassionate Child and Family Services Specialists in Grand Island to support at‑risk children and families within the child welfare system. The role involves trauma-informed case management, home visits, safety assessments, and collaboration with families and partners to promote permanency and well‑being.

Travel to families, court testimony when required, and participation in on‑call rotations are part of the duties.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications: A bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, sociology, counseling, human development, mental health care, education, criminal justice, or other related fields.
• Consideration will be given to applicants enrolled in the final semester of their bachelor’s degree.

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

State of Nebraska seeks compassionate Child and Family Services Specialists in Grand Island to support at‑risk children and families within the child welfare system. The role involves trauma-informed case management, home visits, safety assessments, and collaboration with families and partners to promote permanency and well‑being.

Travel to families, court testimony when required, and participation in on‑call rotations are part of the duties.