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Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services

Child and Family Services Specialist/Trainee- Social Work

Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services, Omaha, Nebraska, us, 68197

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Overview

Job Title: Child and Family Services Specialist/Trainee - Social Work (Evergreen). Location: Omaha, NE. Hiring Agency: Health & Human Services - Agency 25. Pay rate: $21.836 during training; $25.607 after training. Status: Open (Applications No Longer Accepted On is not specified). Job Description

Do you have a huge heart and want to help others? The Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) hires dedicated individuals for Children and Family Service Specialist (CFSS) positions. These roles directly impact our mission of Helping People Live Better Lives through the provision of critical family services, supporting families as they build their future and ensure the safety and well-being of children. This is a Caseworker role and there will be some evenings/flex time and some on-call shifts after training. You will go to homes and other locations. A driver’s license is required. Pay may start at $21.836 during training and increase to $25.607 after training. DHHS offers growth opportunities and benefits. Numerous internal promotion opportunities are available. Examples Of Work Duties

Advocate for families. Respect the individuality of each child and family served. Perform investigations on calls that come into the Hotline and go to homes. Make recommendations on investigations and complete reports. May work on removal plans and other duties. Adhere to principles and procedures of Structured Decision Making to support keeping children and families safe. Understand and commit to utilizing evidence-based practices that focus on least-restrictive and family-centered approaches. Identify and make appropriate referrals for formal and informal interventions based on the family’s needs. Write clear, concise, and descriptive reports in a timely manner for sharing with legal entities and the court system. Respect each child’s family and culture. Implement family-centered practice principles into case management to include children and families in decisions that affect their lives. Other duties as required. Requirements / Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

A bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, sociology, counseling, human development, mental health care, education, criminal justice, or other related fields. Consideration will be given to applicants enrolled in the final semester of their bachelor’s degree. Promotion to a Child and Family Services Specialist is contingent on successfully completing degree requirements and required training. Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in child welfare, juvenile justice and/or case management; internships with human services/child welfare agencies are considered. Other:

Valid Driver’s license is required. Benefits

We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation. For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits Equal Opportunity Statement

The State of Nebraska values diversity and inclusion. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.

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