Child Welfare Consultant

State of Louisiana • New Orleans, LA

8h • Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) is seeking a Child Welfare Consultant for its Orleans Region CW office. This is a senior-level, highly specialized position focused on advanced case management, program coordination, targeted training, and professional consultation within child welfare service delivery. DCFS's mission is to empower communities and improve lives through responsive, inclusive, and forward-thinking public services, serving the people of Louisiana with integrity, innovation, and a commitment to equity.

Requirements

• Seven years of experience in child welfare.
• OR Six years of full-time work experience in any field plus four years of experience in social services, health services, law enforcement, or investigatory work.
• OR A bachelor’s degree plus four years of experience in social services, health services, law enforcement, or investigatory work.
• OR An advanced degree in a social science or behavioral health field, nursing, or a juris doctorate plus three years of experience in social services, health services, law enforcement, or investigatory work.
• Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent.
• A current driver's license and access to a personal vehicle.
• Must not have been convicted or pled nolo contendere to a crime listed in R.S. 15.587.1 (c).

Nice To Haves

• Experience substitution: Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience towards the six years of full-time work experience in any field. The maximum substitution allowed is 120 semester hours which substitutes for a maximum of four years of experience in any field.

Responsibilities

• Manage a specialized caseload of the most complex, high-risk, and sensitive cases, requiring advanced assessment and planning.
• Serve as designated lead or program specialist, providing advanced consultation, technical expertise, and decision-making support.
• Conduct case reviews, develop case plans, and evaluate outcomes using evidence-based and data-driven approaches.
• Provide expert testimony in court and serve as a liaison with legal, medical, and community stakeholders.
• Lead multi-disciplinary staffing and complex case consultation.

Benefits

• Flexible work schedules are available after meeting certain criteria and are dependent upon the position being applied for.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed