What are the responsibilities and job description for the Child Protection Specialist position at The State of Kansas?
Important Recruitment Information for this vacancy:
Child Protection Specialist:
- Last Day to Apply: Open Until Filled
- Position Location: Chanute DCF
- Position Number: K0232925
- Requisition Number: 208067
Agency:
Department for Children and Families
East Region
www.dcf.ks.gov
East Region
www.dcf.ks.gov
About the Position:
- Who can apply: Anyone (External)
- Classified/Unclassified Service: Unclassified
- Full/Part-time: Full-Time
- Regular/Temporary: Regular
- Work Schedule: Days
- Eligible to Receive Benefits: Yes
- Veterans’ Preference Eligible: Yes
- Search Keywords: Child Protection Specialist, Child, Protection, Specialist, Social Work, Chanute, Neosho
Compensation:
- Annual Salary Range: $42,750 to $45,000
- Hourly Pay Range: $20.55 – $21.63
- Salary can vary depending upon education, experience, or qualifications.
Employment Benefits:
- Comprehensive medical, mental, dental, vision, and additional coverage
- Sick & Vacation leave
- Work-Life Balance programs: parental leave, military leave, jury leave, funeral leave
- Paid State Holidays (designated by the Governor annually)
- Fitness Centers in select locations
- Employee discounts with the STAR Program
- Retirement and deferred compensation programs
Visit the Employee Benefits page for more information…
Position Summary & Responsibilities:
Provide protective and preventive services. The Protection Specialist will investigate allegations of abuse and neglect, perform risk and safety assessments, develop safety plans, provide information about and referrals to community resources for at risk families, and make appropriate referrals to contracted family preservation and foster care providers. This position works in a cooperative fashion with customers, staff, and agency partners to provide efficient and effective service. At DCF, the customer is placed at the center of planning, policy development, program implementation, and practice with customer outcomes driving decision-making at all levels. By integrating services, we create and maintain a prevention focus as a way of doing business by interacting and engaging with others to proactively foster well-being.
View the full position description at: http://content.dcf.ks.gov/hr/careers/K0239695.pdf
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
- Four-year degree in a Human Services or Behavioral Sciences field of study, or education determined relevant by the agency.
- Valid Driver’s License must be maintained throughout employment. A copy of Valid Driver’s License is to be provided upon hire.
Licensing & Certification:
- Valid Driver’s License
- Kansas Social Work License desired, but not required
Preferred Qualifications - One or more of the following:
- Licensed Social Worker
- Master’s in Professional Counseling (Licensed Professional Counselor)
- Master’s in Marriage and Family Therapy (Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist)
- Licensed Behavioral Sciences Regulatory Board (BSRB) professional as determined relevant by the agency
- A minimum of 2-years work experience in Children and Family Services
Pre-employment Requirements:
- Security Background Check through Kansas Bureau of Investigation (Note: Must maintain security clearance throughout employment)
Recruiter Contact Information:
- Name: Mary Hartzell
- Email: Mary.Hartzell@ks.gov
- Phone: 620-212-5286
- Fax: 785-296-2087
Required Documents for this Application to be Complete:
On your Careers - My Job Applications page, verify these documents are present and valid. Upload or delete and replace if needed:
- Transcripts
- DD214 (if you are claiming Veteran’s Preference)
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- Resume (or choose existing if you have one)
- Cover Letter
- Verification of Degree
- Copy of BSRB License (if applicable)
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- Sign in to your existing account or Register for a new account.
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How to Claim Veterans Preference
Veterans' Preference Eligible (VPE): Former military personnel or their spouse that have been verified as a "veteran"; under K.S.A. 73-201 will receive an interview if they meet the minimum competency factors of the position. The veterans' preference laws do not guarantee the veteran a job. Positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determine by the hiring manager.
Learn more about claiming Veteran’s Preference
Equal Employment Opportunity
The State of Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.
If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the agency recruiter.
Salary : $42,750 - $45,000
