What are the responsibilities and job description for the Child Protection Support Specialist position at ND Health and Human Services?
Roughrider North Human Service Zone - Child Protection Support Specialist - Dickinson, ND
Roughrider North Human Service Zone is seeking a dedicated and passionate Child Protection Support Specialist for the Child Welfare Team to support Child Welfare Services. Our mission is to serve children and families by providing advocacy, resources, and education while promoting stability and community connections.
Child Protection Support Specialist duties include but are not limited to:
- Document CPS assessments
- Complete appropriate documentation for reports of suspected abuse/neglect completed by an assigned CPS worker utilizing tools gained through training & policy.
- Transcribe interviews with children, parents, collaterals, educators & other professionals or supports that regularly interface with families, into written form.
- Using information provided by the CPS worker, effectively translate parent's protective capacities & children's vulnerability into the appropriate document.
- Understand present & impending danger & plans to mitigate danger, including in home safety plans, out of home safety plans, and foster care placement to be able to document that appropriately where needed.
- Complete necessary paperwork in accordance with law & policy in a timely, accurate, and professional manner. Be flexible to shift priorities as needed in accordance with timeliness.
To succeed in this position, you must have a passion for serving others and a commitment to making a positive impact. Strong organizational and time management skills are essential, along with the ability to communicate effectively with diverse populations. A thorough understanding of program policies and laws is required, as well as proficiency in various software and database applications with a willingness to learn new technology. Attention to detail, strong decision-making abilities, and strict adherence to state and federal regulations are critical.
To be considered for this position, you must have a bachelor's degree in one of the following areas: social work, psychology, sociology, counseling, human development, education, human services, child development and family science, behavioral health, nursing (bachelor level degree) or criminal justice.
Must maintain valid driver's license and auto insurance.
The successful applicant must pass a standard background, motor vehicle, and criminal record check.
Working for Roughrider North Human Service Zone:
Roughrider North Human Service Zone partners with the Department of Health and Human Services and Billings County to deliver child welfare safety and program protocols and provides employees with the excellent benefits and employment packages offered by Billings County as a Billings County employee.
Roughrider North Human Service Zone team members are offered robust medical, dental and life insurance coverage, as well as an excellent retirement package (ND PERS).
Employees enjoy 10 paid holidays, as well as earning both annual leave and sick leave days.
About Team ND
"Far and away the best prize life offers is the chance to work hard at work worth doing." - Theodore Roosevelt
Application Procedures
Your resume should include information to demonstrate how you meet the minimum qualifications as posted. If the Department's Human Resource Division is unable to determine that you meet the minimum qualifications credit will not be given. All application material must be received on or before the closing date by 11:59 PM Central Standard Time (CST).
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The Department of Health & Human Services does not offer or provide sponsorships.
This employer participates in E-Verify. Please visit the following website for additional information: https://www.hhs.nd.gov/careers/e-verify
A copy of your qualifying degrees transcript and any applicable certifications or licensures must be provided at the time of an interview.
For more information about the position or if you need an accommodation, please contact Lisa Giese at 701.456.3920 or Kristin Smilie 701.456.3926
Employing Unit: Roughrider North Human Service Zone
TTY Number: ND Relay Service 1-800-366-6888 (text); 1-800-366-6889 (voice)
If you are experiencing technical difficulties with the Application Process or uploading attachments, please contact recruiter@nd.gov or (701)328-3290.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The State of North Dakota and this hiring agency do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), genetics, religion, age or disability in employment or the provisions of services and complies with the provisions of the North Dakota Human Rights Act.
As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. Sect. 23-12-10.
