Trauma-Informed Family Services Advocate

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

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation and sick leave

13 paid holidays

Retirement plan with employer match

Supportive leadership

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Health & Human Services - Agency 25 in Alliance, NE seeks a compassionate Child and Family Services Specialist (CFSS) to support families in the child welfare system. You will assess safety, advocate for children's well‑being, and collaborate with families and partners to promote permanency and stability.

The role involves home visits, court testimony when needed, and coordination of services, with a structured training period and on‑call rotations. Travel to homes is common.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications: A Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, sociology, counseling, human development, mental health care, education, criminal justice, or other closely related area AND teammates must have successfully completed all required training to be eligible

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

Advocacy

Trauma-informed care

Collaboration

Court testimony

Education

Bachelor's degree in social work or related field

Job description

Health & Human Services - Agency 25 in Alliance, NE seeks a compassionate Child and Family Services Specialist (CFSS) to support families in the child welfare system. You will assess safety, advocate for children's well‑being, and collaborate with families and partners to promote permanency and stability.

The role involves home visits, court testimony when needed, and coordination of services, with a structured training period and on‑call rotations. Travel to homes is common.