CPS Evening Investigations & Assessments Specialist

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Introduction

Loudoun County is one of the fastest-growing counties in the country known for its excellent quality of life and strong economy while embracing its historic presence. Located 35 miles west of Washington DC Loudoun County offers a diverse blend of cultural recreational and educational opportunities.

Loudoun County Department of Family Services seeks a dedicated and experienced professional for its CPS Evening Investigations & Assessments Specialist position. The successful candidate will join the Child Protective Services program within the Department of Family Services which envisions better health safety and well-being for all. We support individuals and families in the community to live their best lives while advocating for those most vulnerable and respecting their right to self-determination.

Job Summary

The CPS Evening I&A Specialist will be responsible for responding to emergency situations and providing crisis intervention as well as investigating serious reports of abuse or neglectincluding sexual abuse human trafficking and out-of-family incidents. The role involves conducting comprehensive assessments of children and their families by interviewing children parents guardians and collateral contacts. Using a strengths-based and trauma-informed approach the candidate will evaluate risk and safety develop safety and service plans and ensure the well-being of children while maintaining compliance with all applicable federal state and local policies procedures and regulations including documentation standards for completeness and timeliness.

This position requires agility and resilience as it involves urgent high-stakes decision-making to ensure child safety. The ideal candidate will help foster a supportive team-oriented environment and demonstrate the ability to motivate and promote collaboration among colleagues. The work is conducted in a progressive change-sensitive setting that demands adaptability to shifting priorities goals and community needs.

This position works with our Afternoon/Evening team with core work hours being Monday-Friday 12:30pm to 9:00 p.m. including rotating on-call shifts to receive and validate referrals from 5pm-8:30 am or respond to emergency family situations as required.

Highlights of the role:

• This position is eligible for a $3000 hiring bonus in accordance with the countys hiring and retention bonus program.
• Flexible schedule with non-traditional hours and shift differential pay.
• Ability to utilize the support (people) and tools (systems) needed to be successful in the role.

The successful candidate will:

• Conduct and complete in-depth client assessments and/or investigations.
• Develop individualized service plans for assigned cases and clinical case management oversight and therapeutic interventions to assist clients in achieving or maintaining the highest level of independence possible.
• Document clients service histories as required using appropriate state and local case management computer programs to open update and close records.
• Provide courteous and timely customer service to County staff vendors citizens and visitors.
• Lead and mentor staff and provide appropriate work guidance.
• Complete special projects as assigned independently or as a team member.
• May perform other essential job functions specific to the position and department assignment.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelors degree in a Human Services field OR a Bachelors degree in any field with a minimum of two (2) years of directly related experience in a human services area.

Preferred Qualifications

• Masters degree in Sociology Public Administration Psychology Social Work or a related field.
• Bilingual skills in Spanish and English.
• Knowledge of social services systems for children families and adults reflects trauma-informed and strengths-based philosophy and values.
• Knowledge of laws and regulations as applied to assigned areas.

Job Contingencies and Special Requirements

Pass pre-employment background checks to include criminal credit CPS/APS and DMV. Valid drivers license and good driving record (driving records may be reviewed annually for continued qualification). Hold or obtain certifications such as CPR if required for assigned position. Obtain specific training such as CPS/Foster Care/APS state training as required or desired for assigned area

Equal Employment Opportunity
Loudoun County Government prides itself on fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace that promotes employee wellness and work-life balance. As an equal opportunity employer we consider all qualified applicants regardless of age color disability gender identity genetic information national origin political affiliation race religion sex sexual orientation or other non-merit factors.

Reasonable Accommodation
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