People First Service Center
CHILD PROTECTIVE INVESTIGATOR - 60074450
People First Service Center, Palatka, Florida, United States, 32177
CHILD PROTECTIVE INVESTIGATOR – 60074450
Requisition No: 864370
Agency: Children and Families
Position Number: 60074450
Salary: $50,000.08 annually / $1,923.08 bi‑weekly
How you will make an impact Children in crisis need quick action from strong, compassionate individuals dedicated to ensuring their safety. This demanding career may be your opportunity to speak for those with no voice and fight to help ensure the safety of those who cannot protect themselves. We look for detail‑oriented people with good decision‑making skills who can thrive in a high‑pressure, fast‑paced environment.
What you will do
Conduct investigations of abuse, neglect, abandonment, and/or special conditions for children
Collect information through observation and interviews with 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 equivalent AND four years of law enforcement experience OR active military service (honorably discharged)
An associate degree or 60+ credit hours from an accredited college/university AND two years of professional work experience (examples provided) OR two years of law enforcement experience OR active military service
Must obtain Florida Child Protective Investigator Certification within 12 months of provisional certification
Valid driver’s license AND operational private vehicle
Ability to attend an 8–12 week mandatory training course (day, weekend, or evening)
Special Notes
Language proficiency may be considered as determined by agency needs
May require successful completion of pre‑interview assessment or work sample
Bachelor’s or master’s degree in social work or related field preferred
Additional Information / Requirements
Position will require night, weekend, and holiday work; essential position
May be exposed to hazardous conditions in the field
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Following policy and procedures, managing time, assessing, planning, intervening, evaluating, documenting, engaging, teaming, and taking appropriate actions related to domestic violence, mental health, and/or substance abuse. Establishing effective relationships with colleagues and maintaining professional competencies.
Candidate Profile (application must be completed in its entirety)
Include supervisor names and phone numbers for all periods of employment
Account for any gaps in employment so the hiring process is not delayed
Experience, education, training, knowledge, skills and/or abilities must be verifiable to meet the minimum qualifications
Do not use “See Resume” in place of entering work history
If you experience problems applying online, please call the People First Service Center at (877) 562‑7287
Benefits of Working for the State of Florida Working for the State of Florida provides a competitive compensation package, opportunities for training and advancement, and support for a world‑class workforce.
Where you will work Florida offers many attractions and is home to over 12,000 DCF employees. We encourage applicants who want to make a difference in a diverse and dynamic environment.
About Department of Children and Families Mission:
Protect the vulnerable, promote strong and economically self‑sufficient families, and advance personal and family recovery and resilience. Vision:
Provide world‑class, continuously improving service focused on delivering the level and quality of care we would demand for our own families. Values:
Integrity, transparency, accountability, and respect for diversity.
Location PALATKA, FL, US 32177
Background Screening Requirement All candidates must successfully complete state and national criminal history checks and a drug test. Background screening results are required before employment can begin.
Equal Opportunity Employer The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
Veterans’ Preference Candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies.
Contact 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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How you will make an impact Children in crisis need quick action from strong, compassionate individuals dedicated to ensuring their safety. This demanding career may be your opportunity to speak for those with no voice and fight to help ensure the safety of those who cannot protect themselves. We look for detail‑oriented people with good decision‑making skills who can thrive in a high‑pressure, fast‑paced environment.
What you will do
Conduct investigations of abuse, neglect, abandonment, and/or special conditions for children
Collect information through observation and interviews with 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 equivalent AND four years of law enforcement experience OR active military service (honorably discharged)
An associate degree or 60+ credit hours from an accredited college/university AND two years of professional work experience (examples provided) OR two years of law enforcement experience OR active military service
Must obtain Florida Child Protective Investigator Certification within 12 months of provisional certification
Valid driver’s license AND operational private vehicle
Ability to attend an 8–12 week mandatory training course (day, weekend, or evening)
Special Notes
Language proficiency may be considered as determined by agency needs
May require successful completion of pre‑interview assessment or work sample
Bachelor’s or master’s degree in social work or related field preferred
Additional Information / Requirements
Position will require night, weekend, and holiday work; essential position
May be exposed to hazardous conditions in the field
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Following policy and procedures, managing time, assessing, planning, intervening, evaluating, documenting, engaging, teaming, and taking appropriate actions related to domestic violence, mental health, and/or substance abuse. Establishing effective relationships with colleagues and maintaining professional competencies.
Candidate Profile (application must be completed in its entirety)
Include supervisor names and phone numbers for all periods of employment
Account for any gaps in employment so the hiring process is not delayed
Experience, education, training, knowledge, skills and/or abilities must be verifiable to meet the minimum qualifications
Do not use “See Resume” in place of entering work history
If you experience problems applying online, please call the People First Service Center at (877) 562‑7287
Benefits of Working for the State of Florida Working for the State of Florida provides a competitive compensation package, opportunities for training and advancement, and support for a world‑class workforce.
Where you will work Florida offers many attractions and is home to over 12,000 DCF employees. We encourage applicants who want to make a difference in a diverse and dynamic environment.
About Department of Children and Families Mission:
Protect the vulnerable, promote strong and economically self‑sufficient families, and advance personal and family recovery and resilience. Vision:
Provide world‑class, continuously improving service focused on delivering the level and quality of care we would demand for our own families. Values:
Integrity, transparency, accountability, and respect for diversity.
Location PALATKA, FL, US 32177
Background Screening Requirement All candidates must successfully complete state and national criminal history checks and a drug test. Background screening results are required before employment can begin.
Equal Opportunity Employer The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
Veterans’ Preference Candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies.
Contact 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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