CANS Assessor

Texas Family Initiative LLC•Dallas, TX

21h•$23

About The Position

The CANS Assessor supports child-centered care within the Texas Child-Centered Care System by conducting assessments, guiding staff, and improving placement processes. This role involves performing CANS interviews in various settings, coordinating interpreter services, and documenting data in eCANS and DFPS IMPACT systems. The Assessor will also share results, resolve disputes, provide training materials, ensure adherence to regulations, serve as a subject matter expert, participate in CQI initiatives, monitor assessment timelines, and uphold safety standards and client rights.

Requirements

Bachelor’s in Social Work or related field
2+ years of relevant experience (CPS/CANS preferred)
Texas CANS certification required
Must be 21+
Pass background checks
Strong communication, analytical, and presentation abilities
Proficient in Microsoft Office and data systems
Financial literacy
Physical capability for light lifting

Responsibilities

Conducting CANS interviews in various settings and coordinating interpreter services.
Recording data in eCANS and DFPS IMPACT systems.
Sharing results, resolving disputes, and providing training materials to staff.
Ensuring adherence to regulations and serving as a subject matter expert.
Participating in CQI initiatives and monitoring assessment timelines.
Upholding safety standards and client rights.