Child Protection Specialist

Role Overview The Child Protection Specialist is responsible for assessing and documenting child welfare cases, determining placement needs, and coordinating services to support children and families. Role Overview The Child Protection Specialist is responsible for assessing and documenting child welfare cases, determining placement needs, and coordinating services to support children and families. Key Duties Preparing reports, assessments, and case documentation Facilitating case transfers to appropriate workers Determining and coordinating child placements in substitute care Attending multidisciplinary staff conferences to evaluate services Transporting clients during custody and placement changes Performing additional related duties as assigned Qualifications & Skills Preferably a master’s degree in social work or related human service field Or a bachelor’s degree with relevant professional experience Valid driver’s license, access to a vehicle, and ability to travel Strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills Ability to work in a flexible, on-call capacity, including evenings and weekends Additional Requirements Background check and criminal history disclosure Physical, visual, and auditory ability to perform duties Willingness to work overtime as needed #J-18808-Ljbffr