Trauma-Informed Family Services Specialist

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

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation and sick leave

13 paid holidays

Employer-matched retirement plan

Supportive leadership

Opportunities for advancement

Job summary

State of Nebraska, Department of Health and Human Services, seeks compassionate Child and Family Services Specialists (CFSS) trainee in Norfolk, NE. This role involves trauma-informed case management, home visits, collaboration with families and community partners, and participation in legal proceedings including court testimony when needed.

The position may require travel, flexible hours during training, on-call rotation, and opportunities to advance within DHHS.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, sociology, counseling, human development, mental health care, education, criminal justice, or other related fields.
• Minimum Qualifications include degree and ability to complete required training; promotion to a CFSS is contingent on successfully completing degree requirements.
• Other: Valid Driver’s license is required.

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

Trauma-informed approach

Case management

Advocacy

Home visits

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in social work or related field

Job description

State of Nebraska, Department of Health and Human Services, seeks compassionate Child and Family Services Specialists (CFSS) trainee in Norfolk, NE. This role involves trauma-informed case management, home visits, collaboration with families and community partners, and participation in legal proceedings including court testimony when needed.

The position may require travel, flexible hours during training, on-call rotation, and opportunities to advance within DHHS.