Child Protection Specialist Supervisor - Helena, United States - State of Montana

    State of Montana
    State of Montana Helena, United States

    3 weeks ago

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    Child Protection Specialist Supervisor

    The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) has a career opportunity within the Child and Family Services Division.

    This position is responsible for supervising the staff that provides family-centered services within a trauma-informed system to assure safety, permanency, and well-being for children who are at risk of or have been subjected to child maltreatment.

    Why Join DPHHS

    Our mission at DPHHS is to serve Montanans in their communities to improve and protect the health, safety, and well-being, and to empower independence. By joining our department, you will have the opportunity to perform meaningful work in public service to our state and its residents.

    The State of Montana's comprehensive benefits package includes healthcare coverage, retirement plans, paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays, work/life balance, and eligibility to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. In addition, DPHHS is the largest state agency with a wide range of advancement opportunities whether you are joining the workforce or have several years of experience.

    Qualifications for this Career Opportunity

  • Knowledge of child maltreatment prevention and treatment and family centered social work practice.
  • Knowledge of the methods and procedures for Child Protection Specialists.
  • Knowledge of the laws and rules pertaining to child protection services such as child safety, permanency and well-being; Indian Child Welfare Act.
  • Meet minimum qualifications: Bachelor's degree in social work, human services or psychology, or directly related degree.Four years of child protection work experience or other directly related work experience working with children and families in difficult and sometimes volatile situations.Supervisory work experience preferred.Other combinations of directly related education and experience may be considered on a case-by-case basis; however, a bachelor's degree is required.Experience working with tribal government entities and/or other organizations of native peoples is highly preferred.