Washington State
CFWS Social Service Specialist 2-3 In Training (SSS3) - Colville
Washington State, Walla Walla, Washington, United States
Job Title
CFWS Social Service Specialist 2-3 In Training (SSS3)
Location Colville, WA
Closing Date 10/14/25
Salary $5,398 - $7,622 Monthly. The position may receive an additional 10% assignment pay when the incumbent reaches the goal class of Social Service Specialist 3.
Description Our vision is to ensure that Washington state’s children and youth grow up safe and healthy, thriving physically, emotionally, and academically, nurtured by family and community.
We’re looking for a proactive Child and Family Welfare Services (CFWS) Social Service Specialist (SSS3) to join our amazing Colville team. Our office excels at teamwork, cross‑program communication, collaboration, and assistance, providing high‑quality services to children and families.
Opportunity In this role, you will assess complex family situations, interview children and parents, evaluate child safety, develop plans to protect children in their homes, and offer services to children and families.
Responsibilities
Investigate, assess, and evaluate reports of child abuse.
Provide ongoing safety and risk assessment of families throughout the life of the case and take appropriate action to protect children, correct parental deficits through services, and provide support to the family.
Provide comprehensive and ongoing assessment of casework needs for child, parent(s)/guardian, and foster parent(s) with a focus and priority on child safety.
Assess the need for out‑of‑home placement, and work with the family to find the most appropriate placement.
Monitor the health and safety of children through regular visitation.
Utilize FAMLINK to document case activities and maintain case records.
Prepare and document cases for court proceedings.
Salary Ranges
Social Service Specialist 2: $5,398 – $7,254
Social Service Specialist 3: $5,666 – $7,622
Qualifications – Social Service Specialist 2
Five (5) years of paid social service experience AND 30 semester or 45 quarter credits in a Social Service discipline.
Bachelor’s degree in social services, human services, behavioral sciences, or any degree which includes 30 semester or 45 quarter credits in a Social Service discipline AND one (1) year of paid social service experience.
A Master’s degree in social services, human services, behavioral sciences, or Master’s degree which includes 30 semester or 45 quarter credits in a Social Services discipline AND completed practicum.
One (1) year of experience as a Social Service Specialist 1.
Qualifications – Social Service Specialist 3
Six (6) years of paid social service experience AND 30 semester or 45 quarter credits in a Social Service discipline.
Bachelor’s degree in social services, human services, behavioral sciences, or any degree that includes 30 semester or 45 quarter credits in a Social Service discipline AND two (2) years of paid social service experience.
Master's degree in social services, human services, behavioral sciences, or any degree which includes 30 semester or 45 quarter credits in a Social Service discipline AND one (1) year of paid social service experience.
One (1) year of experience as a Social Service Specialist 2.
Preferred/Desired Qualifications
Demonstrated knowledge of applicable laws, rules, and policies on child protective and child welfare services.
Demonstrated knowledge of addiction, treatment, relapse prevention, and recovery principles, and/or experience working with individuals with substance use disorder.
Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively and build consensus with families, community partners, and professionals around difficult or sensitive topics.
Experience assessing risk and safety concerning child abuse and neglect or developing safety or service plans with families.
Ability to organize information to meet FAMLINK documentation requirements.
Training As a Social Service Specialist, you are required to complete a mandatory 9.5‑week Worker Core Training (WCT). The training provides foundational knowledge and skills needed to perform core job functions, including assessing risk and safety, supporting child well‑being, gathering information, and conducting case and permanency planning. The curriculum covers the child welfare system, policies, procedures, best practices, risk assessment, record keeping, and court reporting.
How to Apply Applicants should attach the following:
Unofficial transcripts (acceptable)
Cover letter
Current résumé detailing experience and education
Supplemental Information The Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) is committed to Washington’s children and youth growing up safe, healthy, and thriving. We invite all candidates to join us in our mission to create a diverse and equitable workplace that reflects the communities we serve.
Equal Opportunity Statement The Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, race, creed, color, national origin, veteran or military status, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained service animal by a person with a disability.
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Location Colville, WA
Closing Date 10/14/25
Salary $5,398 - $7,622 Monthly. The position may receive an additional 10% assignment pay when the incumbent reaches the goal class of Social Service Specialist 3.
Description Our vision is to ensure that Washington state’s children and youth grow up safe and healthy, thriving physically, emotionally, and academically, nurtured by family and community.
We’re looking for a proactive Child and Family Welfare Services (CFWS) Social Service Specialist (SSS3) to join our amazing Colville team. Our office excels at teamwork, cross‑program communication, collaboration, and assistance, providing high‑quality services to children and families.
Opportunity In this role, you will assess complex family situations, interview children and parents, evaluate child safety, develop plans to protect children in their homes, and offer services to children and families.
Responsibilities
Investigate, assess, and evaluate reports of child abuse.
Provide ongoing safety and risk assessment of families throughout the life of the case and take appropriate action to protect children, correct parental deficits through services, and provide support to the family.
Provide comprehensive and ongoing assessment of casework needs for child, parent(s)/guardian, and foster parent(s) with a focus and priority on child safety.
Assess the need for out‑of‑home placement, and work with the family to find the most appropriate placement.
Monitor the health and safety of children through regular visitation.
Utilize FAMLINK to document case activities and maintain case records.
Prepare and document cases for court proceedings.
Salary Ranges
Social Service Specialist 2: $5,398 – $7,254
Social Service Specialist 3: $5,666 – $7,622
Qualifications – Social Service Specialist 2
Five (5) years of paid social service experience AND 30 semester or 45 quarter credits in a Social Service discipline.
Bachelor’s degree in social services, human services, behavioral sciences, or any degree which includes 30 semester or 45 quarter credits in a Social Service discipline AND one (1) year of paid social service experience.
A Master’s degree in social services, human services, behavioral sciences, or Master’s degree which includes 30 semester or 45 quarter credits in a Social Services discipline AND completed practicum.
One (1) year of experience as a Social Service Specialist 1.
Qualifications – Social Service Specialist 3
Six (6) years of paid social service experience AND 30 semester or 45 quarter credits in a Social Service discipline.
Bachelor’s degree in social services, human services, behavioral sciences, or any degree that includes 30 semester or 45 quarter credits in a Social Service discipline AND two (2) years of paid social service experience.
Master's degree in social services, human services, behavioral sciences, or any degree which includes 30 semester or 45 quarter credits in a Social Service discipline AND one (1) year of paid social service experience.
One (1) year of experience as a Social Service Specialist 2.
Preferred/Desired Qualifications
Demonstrated knowledge of applicable laws, rules, and policies on child protective and child welfare services.
Demonstrated knowledge of addiction, treatment, relapse prevention, and recovery principles, and/or experience working with individuals with substance use disorder.
Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively and build consensus with families, community partners, and professionals around difficult or sensitive topics.
Experience assessing risk and safety concerning child abuse and neglect or developing safety or service plans with families.
Ability to organize information to meet FAMLINK documentation requirements.
Training As a Social Service Specialist, you are required to complete a mandatory 9.5‑week Worker Core Training (WCT). The training provides foundational knowledge and skills needed to perform core job functions, including assessing risk and safety, supporting child well‑being, gathering information, and conducting case and permanency planning. The curriculum covers the child welfare system, policies, procedures, best practices, risk assessment, record keeping, and court reporting.
How to Apply Applicants should attach the following:
Unofficial transcripts (acceptable)
Cover letter
Current résumé detailing experience and education
Supplemental Information The Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) is committed to Washington’s children and youth growing up safe, healthy, and thriving. We invite all candidates to join us in our mission to create a diverse and equitable workplace that reflects the communities we serve.
Equal Opportunity Statement The Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, race, creed, color, national origin, veteran or military status, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained service animal by a person with a disability.
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