Louisiana
CHILD WELFARE SPECIALIST TRAINEE 1-3 (Child Protection Investigator-Regular Shif
Louisiana, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
Overview
Child Welfare Specialist Trainee 1-3 (Child Protection Services Investigator – Regular Shift) Join our dedicated team in a vital frontline role within the Child Protection Services (CPS) division of Child Welfare. In this position, you\'ll play a key role in protecting children by investigating reports of abuse and neglect. This is a regular-shift opportunity, offering a consistent
5-day workweek (Monday – Friday, 8-hour shifts) . Some occasional overtime may be required. If you\'re driven, and ready to make an impact—this could be the opportunity for you! DCFS is committed to protecting Louisiana\'s most vulnerable citizens, our children. Experience and Education Requirements
Three years of experience in child welfare; OR Six years of full-time work experience in any field; OR A bachelor’s degree. 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. Necessary Requirements
Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent. A current driver\'s license and access to a personal vehicle. Position Details
Appointment Type:
Probational Career Progression Group:
Child Welfare Specialist Trainee/1/2/3 (based on experience). Location:
Region 8 – Shreveport, consisting of the following parishes: Caddo, Desoto, Sabine, Bossier, Red River, Natchitoches, Webster, Bienville, Claiborne, Jackson Placement:
will be determined by parish availability and your location preferences. Background Checks and Eligibility
In accordance with state requirements, the department shall conduct a State Central Registry (SCR) check for potential employees who investigate child abuse or neglect, supervise or have disciplinary authority over children, provide direct care to a child, or perform licensing surveys. Selected candidates must pass the following checks before any final job offer will be made: Drug Test, Criminal Background, State Central Registry, and Louisiana State Police Sex Offender and Child Predator Registry. Note:
The incumbent must not have been convicted or pled nolo contendere to a crime listed in R.S. 15.587.1 (c). Must possess a valid driver\'s license & access to a personal vehicle. How to Apply
No Civil Service Test score
is required to be considered for this vacancy. To apply, click on the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application. Information about recruitment status is located on the Current Job Opportunities page. Information to support eligibility must be included in the application; resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections. Applications may be rejected if incomplete. Contact Information
For further information about this vacancy, contact: Miranda Batiste
via email at
Miranda.Issac.DCFS@La.Gov . DCFS is an “Equal Opportunity Employer”, and Louisiana is a State Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.
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Child Welfare Specialist Trainee 1-3 (Child Protection Services Investigator – Regular Shift) Join our dedicated team in a vital frontline role within the Child Protection Services (CPS) division of Child Welfare. In this position, you\'ll play a key role in protecting children by investigating reports of abuse and neglect. This is a regular-shift opportunity, offering a consistent
5-day workweek (Monday – Friday, 8-hour shifts) . Some occasional overtime may be required. If you\'re driven, and ready to make an impact—this could be the opportunity for you! DCFS is committed to protecting Louisiana\'s most vulnerable citizens, our children. Experience and Education Requirements
Three years of experience in child welfare; OR Six years of full-time work experience in any field; OR A bachelor’s degree. 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. Necessary Requirements
Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent. A current driver\'s license and access to a personal vehicle. Position Details
Appointment Type:
Probational Career Progression Group:
Child Welfare Specialist Trainee/1/2/3 (based on experience). Location:
Region 8 – Shreveport, consisting of the following parishes: Caddo, Desoto, Sabine, Bossier, Red River, Natchitoches, Webster, Bienville, Claiborne, Jackson Placement:
will be determined by parish availability and your location preferences. Background Checks and Eligibility
In accordance with state requirements, the department shall conduct a State Central Registry (SCR) check for potential employees who investigate child abuse or neglect, supervise or have disciplinary authority over children, provide direct care to a child, or perform licensing surveys. Selected candidates must pass the following checks before any final job offer will be made: Drug Test, Criminal Background, State Central Registry, and Louisiana State Police Sex Offender and Child Predator Registry. Note:
The incumbent must not have been convicted or pled nolo contendere to a crime listed in R.S. 15.587.1 (c). Must possess a valid driver\'s license & access to a personal vehicle. How to Apply
No Civil Service Test score
is required to be considered for this vacancy. To apply, click on the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application. Information about recruitment status is located on the Current Job Opportunities page. Information to support eligibility must be included in the application; resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections. Applications may be rejected if incomplete. Contact Information
For further information about this vacancy, contact: Miranda Batiste
via email at
Miranda.Issac.DCFS@La.Gov . DCFS is an “Equal Opportunity Employer”, and Louisiana is a State Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.
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