Child and Family Services Specialist Lead Worker- Learning and Development Team

State of Nebraska • Lincoln, NE

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About The Position

Why We Want You: We seek your expertise, positive energy, and drive to succeed for this great state as we work to elevate the expectations Nebraskans have of their government. What You'll Get From Us: In return for your skilled work, DHHS offers a generous compensation and benefits package. For external candidates, plea reference the Benefits link at the end of the job description. Why work for the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services?The work we do matters greatly-to us and to the citizens of the great state of Nebraska. We care for and are passionate about supporting them. If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference in communities across the state, consider joining the dedicated team at the Department of Health and Human Services

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, sociology, counseling, human development, mental health care, education, criminal justice or other closely related area AND experience performing case management responsibilities in protective services, alcohol/drug abuse, juvenile justice probation, counseling or social services delivery.
• Valid driver's license or the ability to provide independent authorized transportation is required.
• Travel for face-to-face visits with children, families, service providers, and other work related.
• Participate in On-call rotation.

Nice To Haves

• Experience as a Child and Family Specialist with DHHS in Nebraska.
• Experience as a CFS specialist currently or recently and have had all training.
• At least one year demonstrated experience providing case management within Child protection Services, preferably in Nebraska, two or more years strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of Family Assessment and Engagement, Family Centered Practice and Safety Organized practice, with experience training, coaching, and providing technical direction to others regarding these programs, strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Advocate for each child's safety, permanency, and well-being.
• Respect the individuality of each child and family serviced. Respect each child's family and culture.
• Implement family-centered practice principles into case management to ensure the inclusion of children and families in the decision-making processes that impact their lives.
• Promote normalcy in the lives of children in care.
• Commit to evidence-based and promising family-centered casework practices that utilize a least-restrictive approach for children and families.
• Coordinates efforts of formal and informal resources to ensure that the needs of children, youth and families are being met in the most efficient way.
• Develop training plans in collaboration of CFS Supervisor and Specialist based on individualized needs of the Specialist.
• Provide coaching and training to trainees and current CFS Specialist.
• Conduct monthly check in group meetings with new CFS specialists and many other duties as required.
• Assist in retention efforts to prevent CFS Specialist turnover which impacts children and families served.
• Help foster relationships with and educate community stakeholders to ensure all parties understand CFS's role in child protection and facilitate successful collaboration to case closure.

Benefits

• We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees