Child Protection Specialist

Job posting closes/applications accepted through: Open Until FilledKansas Department for Children and Families | www.dcf.ks.govPrevention and Protection Services Kansas City Region / Overland ParkPosition Summary & Responsibilities The Kansas Department for Children and Families is hiring innovators and leaders. If you believe people have the capacity to progress, succeed, grow, and do well in life, you can discover your purpose here! Find more than just a job with DCF. You can be part of the growth and opportunity for our team to help serve the individuals and families in your community. Thrive With Us and find your career and purpose!Child Protection Specialist is responsible for the investigation of abuse/neglect allegations. They mostly work in conjunction with schools, courts, law enforcement and other community partners to aid children and families. They are responsible for determining safety of children, assessing the needs of a family and making referrals for the appropriate services, such as foster care, family preservation, mental health or other services within the community. They must be able to communicate in both verbal and written form. They must be able to write affidavits to the court, fill out forms in Kansas Initiative Decision Support System (KIDS) and Kansas Intake Investigation Protection System (KIPS) in a timely manner while keeping up with new intakes that are assigned.Qualifications Education:Four-year degree in a Human Services or Behavioral Sciences field of study, or education determined relevant by the agency.Minimum Qualifications:Valid Driver's License (must maintain a valid driver's license throughout employment).Preferred Qualifications: One or more of the following:Bachelors in Social Work (Licensed Social Worker).Masters in Professional Counseling (Licensed Professional Counselor).Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy (Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist).Post-Offer, Pre-employment Requirements Security Clearance A background check (KBI – criminal background, welfare fraud, driver's license and Child/Adult Abuse and Neglect Central Registry) is required for all positions with DCF as a condition of employment. It may include fingerprinting and FBI check. Security clearance must be obtained prior to employment with DCF and maintained throughout employment.Kansas Tax Clearance Certificate A valid Kansas Tax Clearance Certificate is a condition of employment for all employees of the State of Kansas. Applicants (including non-residents) who receive a formal job offer must obtain a valid Tax Clearance within ten (10) days of the job offer. The Kansas Department of Revenue issues the Tax Clearance on compliance with Kansas Tax Law.E-Verify DCF participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.The State of Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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.For more information on State of Kansas employment opportunities and benefits, visit the State of Kansas Career Portal at www.jobs.ks.gov.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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