CPS Family Based Safety Services Worker

Texas Health and Human Services • Killeen, TX

389d • $45,800 - $61,130

About The Position

The CPS Family Based Safety Services Worker plays a crucial role in protecting children from abuse and neglect by providing in-home services to families after investigations. This position involves developing treatment plans, assessing child safety, and maintaining contact with families to ensure the well-being of children. The worker collaborates with various community resources and supports families in making necessary changes to keep their children safe at home.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or an Associate's degree with two years of relevant work experience.
• 1 year of relevant work experience in social, human, or protective services.
• Knowledge of child development and family dynamics.
• Skill in effective verbal and written communication.
• Ability to operate a personal computer and travel for work-related appointments.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree in Social Work may qualify for an increase at the point of hire.
• Experience with crisis intervention and family support services.

Responsibilities

• Responds quickly in crisis situations.
• Provides time-limited in-home services to meet the specific needs of families.
• Identifies insufficient protective capacities and develops treatment plans.
• Maintains contact with parents and children to achieve treatment goals.
• Assesses child safety and takes necessary actions to protect the child.
• Interacts objectively with caretakers who have abused or neglected children.
• Discusses personal issues with families related to income and relationships.
• Helps identify resources and community support available to the family.
• Assists parents in recognizing behaviors that lead to child abuse and neglect.
• Determines actions to remove or reduce immediate threats to child safety.
• Documents all relevant information gathered during investigations accurately and timely.
• Works flexible hours beyond the standard work schedule.
• Develops effective working relationships with law enforcement and community resources.
• Attends and participates in trainings, meetings, and staffings.

Benefits

• Wellness program
• Health insurance
• 401(k)
• Employee discount
• Loan forgiveness
• Flexible schedule

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Social Assistance
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 10,001+ employees