Myflfamilies
CHILD PROTECTIVE INVESTIGATOR (C12-TRNG) - 60037808
Myflfamilies, Bradenton, Florida, United States, 34205
Overview
CHILD PROTECTIVE INVESTIGATOR (C12-TRNG) - 60037808 Date: Sep 9, 2025 Salary: $50,000.08 annually / $1,923.08 bi-weekly This posting will be used to fill position vacancies in OPS and Career Service. Current employees will be compensated in accordance with the DCF salary policy. The State Personnel System is an E-Verify employer. For more information click on ourE-Verify Website.
What you will do
Conduct investigations of abuse, neglect, abandonment and/or special conditions for children
Collect information through observation and interviews with the children, parents, relatives, and neighbors
Assess danger threats, child vulnerabilities and caregiver protective capacities to determine whether a child is safe
Arrange emergency placement for any child that cannot safely remain in their home
Notify state attorney, law enforcement and child protection teams
Provide families with service linkages to agency and community resources
Conduct initial/ongoing child present and impending danger assessments
Report indications of abuse, neglect and/or abandonment to the Florida Abuse Hotline
Qualifications
A high school diploma or GED and four years of law enforcement experience or active military service (honorably discharged or current service reflects serving honorably); OR
An associate degree or 60+ credit hours and two years of professional work experience (see examples below) or two years of law enforcement experience or active military service; OR
A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
Examples of professional work experience could include, but are not limited to:
Guardian Ad Litem or similar child advocate role
Family Support Worker
Group Home Worker
Teacher / Teacher’s Assistant / Aide
Therapeutic Assistant
Family Intervention Specialist
Home Health Aide / CNA
Healthcare Practitioner (LPN, RN) or similar
Nursing Facility Assistant
Paramedic / EMT
Dispatcher
Security / Safety Officer
Emergency Management Deputy / Director or similar
Investigator (sworn/non-sworn) for a government entity
Other welfare, education, first responder, emergency management or medical roles in high-paced, high-stress environments requiring critical decision-making
OR
Proof of conferred degree must be provided within 30 days of hire; an official letter from the registrar or unofficial transcripts with anticipated graduation dates and credits earned may be provided for all diploma/degree requirements.
Must obtain a Florida Child Protective Investigator Certification within 12 months after provisional certification and maintain certification as a condition of employment. More information at Florida Certification Board.
Valid Driver License and ability to operate a private vehicle for daily work; proof of vehicle registration and appropriate insurance coverage within 30 days of hire; vehicle insurance allowance provided.
Ability to attend an 8-12 week mandatory training course (may include day, weekend, or evening hours).
Special Notes
Language proficiency may be considered in the selection process as determined by agency needs.
May require pre-interview assessment or work sample to be eligible for interview.
Bachelor’s or master’s degree in social work or related field is preferred.
Additional Information / Requirements
Night, weekend, and holiday work; essential position; may be required to work during emergency situations or natural disasters and outside normal hours.
Exposure to potentially hazardous conditions in the field.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Ability to follow policy and procedures, manage time, plan and intervene effectively, document appropriately, engage with clients, and collaborate with colleagues; experience related to Domestic Violence, Mental Health, and/or Substance Abuse.
Physical requirements may include various agility tasks, including walking on varied terrains, assisting with evacuations, lifting up to 30 pounds, and driving to transport clients. May require working long shifts.
Candidate Information
Candidate profile must be completed in its entirety, including supervisor names and phone numbers for all employment periods; explain any gaps in employment.
Experience, education, training, knowledge, and abilities must be verifiable; avoid using resumes in place of work history.
If you experience problems applying online, please call the People First Service Center at (877) 562-7287.
Benefits & Department Information Benefits of Working for the State of Florida: a competitive total compensation package with career development opportunities. The Department of Children and Families (DCF) emphasizes opportunities for advancement and professional development.
About the Department: Mission, Vision, and Values are stated to protect the vulnerable, promote strong families, and provide quality service; the department values integrity, transparency, and accountability.
If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), check how re-employment affects benefits.
We hire only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized aliens.
Participation in the State of Florida Direct Deposit Program is required within 30 days of appointment.
Selective Service:
Males born on or after October 1, 1962 must be registered with the Selective Service System. Verification will be conducted prior to hire. More info at sss.gov.
Background Screening Requirement:
State and national criminal history checks, etc.; fingerprinting may be required. Successful drug test is a condition of employment.
Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodations available. Veterans’ Preference applies and documentation is required with application.
Location: BRADENTON, FL, US, 34208
Nearest Major Market: Sarasota; Nearest Secondary Market: Bradenton
For assistance, call the People First Service Center at (877) 562-7287, Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Eastern time.
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CHILD PROTECTIVE INVESTIGATOR (C12-TRNG) - 60037808 Date: Sep 9, 2025 Salary: $50,000.08 annually / $1,923.08 bi-weekly This posting will be used to fill position vacancies in OPS and Career Service. Current employees will be compensated in accordance with the DCF salary policy. The State Personnel System is an E-Verify employer. For more information click on ourE-Verify Website.
What you will do
Conduct investigations of abuse, neglect, abandonment and/or special conditions for children
Collect information through observation and interviews with the children, parents, relatives, and neighbors
Assess danger threats, child vulnerabilities and caregiver protective capacities to determine whether a child is safe
Arrange emergency placement for any child that cannot safely remain in their home
Notify state attorney, law enforcement and child protection teams
Provide families with service linkages to agency and community resources
Conduct initial/ongoing child present and impending danger assessments
Report indications of abuse, neglect and/or abandonment to the Florida Abuse Hotline
Qualifications
A high school diploma or GED and four years of law enforcement experience or active military service (honorably discharged or current service reflects serving honorably); OR
An associate degree or 60+ credit hours and two years of professional work experience (see examples below) or two years of law enforcement experience or active military service; OR
A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
Examples of professional work experience could include, but are not limited to:
Guardian Ad Litem or similar child advocate role
Family Support Worker
Group Home Worker
Teacher / Teacher’s Assistant / Aide
Therapeutic Assistant
Family Intervention Specialist
Home Health Aide / CNA
Healthcare Practitioner (LPN, RN) or similar
Nursing Facility Assistant
Paramedic / EMT
Dispatcher
Security / Safety Officer
Emergency Management Deputy / Director or similar
Investigator (sworn/non-sworn) for a government entity
Other welfare, education, first responder, emergency management or medical roles in high-paced, high-stress environments requiring critical decision-making
OR
Proof of conferred degree must be provided within 30 days of hire; an official letter from the registrar or unofficial transcripts with anticipated graduation dates and credits earned may be provided for all diploma/degree requirements.
Must obtain a Florida Child Protective Investigator Certification within 12 months after provisional certification and maintain certification as a condition of employment. More information at Florida Certification Board.
Valid Driver License and ability to operate a private vehicle for daily work; proof of vehicle registration and appropriate insurance coverage within 30 days of hire; vehicle insurance allowance provided.
Ability to attend an 8-12 week mandatory training course (may include day, weekend, or evening hours).
Special Notes
Language proficiency may be considered in the selection process as determined by agency needs.
May require pre-interview assessment or work sample to be eligible for interview.
Bachelor’s or master’s degree in social work or related field is preferred.
Additional Information / Requirements
Night, weekend, and holiday work; essential position; may be required to work during emergency situations or natural disasters and outside normal hours.
Exposure to potentially hazardous conditions in the field.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Ability to follow policy and procedures, manage time, plan and intervene effectively, document appropriately, engage with clients, and collaborate with colleagues; experience related to Domestic Violence, Mental Health, and/or Substance Abuse.
Physical requirements may include various agility tasks, including walking on varied terrains, assisting with evacuations, lifting up to 30 pounds, and driving to transport clients. May require working long shifts.
Candidate Information
Candidate profile must be completed in its entirety, including supervisor names and phone numbers for all employment periods; explain any gaps in employment.
Experience, education, training, knowledge, and abilities must be verifiable; avoid using resumes in place of work history.
If you experience problems applying online, please call the People First Service Center at (877) 562-7287.
Benefits & Department Information Benefits of Working for the State of Florida: a competitive total compensation package with career development opportunities. The Department of Children and Families (DCF) emphasizes opportunities for advancement and professional development.
About the Department: Mission, Vision, and Values are stated to protect the vulnerable, promote strong families, and provide quality service; the department values integrity, transparency, and accountability.
If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), check how re-employment affects benefits.
We hire only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized aliens.
Participation in the State of Florida Direct Deposit Program is required within 30 days of appointment.
Selective Service:
Males born on or after October 1, 1962 must be registered with the Selective Service System. Verification will be conducted prior to hire. More info at sss.gov.
Background Screening Requirement:
State and national criminal history checks, etc.; fingerprinting may be required. Successful drug test is a condition of employment.
Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodations available. Veterans’ Preference applies and documentation is required with application.
Location: BRADENTON, FL, US, 34208
Nearest Major Market: Sarasota; Nearest Secondary Market: Bradenton
For assistance, call the People First Service Center at (877) 562-7287, Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Eastern time.
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