3 (Baton Rouge Region - Home Development)

State of Louisiana•Baton Rouge, LA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) is dedicated to keeping children safe, assisting individuals and families in achieving self-sufficiency, and providing refuge during disasters. Our vision is to ensure the well-being and safety of Louisiana's people, guided by values of dignity, compassion, respect, and integrity. We are seeking a Child Welfare Specialist Trainee, 1, 2, or 3 to join our Child Welfare Home Development team in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. This role is crucial for supporting the safety and healthy development of children through a range of sensitive and efficient services, delivered by committed staff. If you are driven, collaborative, and eager to make a difference, this opportunity is for you.

Requirements

Three years of experience in child welfare; OR Six years of full-time work experience in any field; OR A bachelor's degree.
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.
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).

Responsibilities

Maintains a caseload of foster/adoptive homes, requiring highly specialized skills for diagnostic/assessment/intervention techniques.
Networks and coordinates with community resources, agency personnel, and stakeholders.
Provides support and services to foster/adoptive parents and agency staff to ensure the best interests of the children placed in these homes.
Recommends approval or denial of recertification for certified foster/adopt homes.
Develops, complies, and updates foster home availability lists regularly.
Provides support and assistance to the Foster Care Worker, Child Protection Investigator, and/or supervisor during crises such as disruptions or emergency placements.
Offers assistance for placements after hours as assigned by supervisor.
Recruits, trains, and supports foster/adoptive families.
Addresses client's questions and concerns.
Performs other duties as assigned for the smooth operation of the Department.