CPS Investigations & Assessments Specialist - Loudoun County Government : Job Details

Salary: $64,900.29 - $110,330.49 AnnuallyLocation : Leesburg, VAJob Type: FT Hourly W BNRemote Employment: Flexible/HybridJob Number: 25-00899Department: Family ServicesOpening Date: 12/13/2024Closing Date: ContinuousFLSA: Non-ExemptGrade: 123 Welcome and thank you for your interest in employment with Loudoun County Government!ALL SECTIONS OF THE APPLICATION MUST BE COMPLETED IN ITS ENTIRETY. THE RESUME IS CONSIDERED SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION ONLY. APPLICATIONS THAT ARE INCOMPLETE OR INDICATE 'SEE RESUME' WILL NOT BE TAKEN INTO CONSIDERATION. Introduction Loudoun County is one of the fastest growing counties in the country, known for its excellent quality of life and strong economy, while embracing its historic presence. Located 35 miles west of Washington DC, Loudoun County offers a diverse blend of cultural, recreational, and educational opportunities.Loudoun County Department of Family Services seeks a dedicated, professional candidate for its CPS I&A Specialist role. The successful candidate will join the Child Protective Services Unit and the diverse department that envisions better health, safety, and well-being for all. The Department supports individuals and families in the community to live their best lives while advocating for those most vulnerable and respecting their right to self-determination.This position is eligible for a $3,000 hiring bonus in accordance with the County's Hiring and Retention Bonus Program. Job Summary The Investigations and Assessments Specialist responds to and provides emergency crisis intervention, investigates serious allegations of abuse or neglect (sex abuse, human trafficking, out-of-family investigations), and performs comprehensive assessments of children and their families. This includes interviewing children, parents and guardians, and collateral contacts to determine risk and safety utilizing strengths-based and trauma-informed practices, as well as devising safety and service plans to assure child wellbeing while adhering to all federal, state, and local policies, procedures, and regulations, including completeness and timeliness.The nature of this work is dynamic, given the critical crisis responses and interventions to achieve the safety of children and youth.This position requires the individual to assist in maintaining a supportive and collaborative work environment, with the ability to inspire and encourage productivity and teamwork amongst staff.Work is performed in a forward-thinking organization that requires sensitivity and responsiveness to changing goals, priorities, and needs.Hiring salary will be commensurate with experience. Minimum QualificationsBachelor's degree in a Human Services field; OR, a Bachelor's degree in any field with a minimum of two (2) years of directly related experience in a human services area.Preferred:

• Master's degree in Sociology, Public Administration, Psychology, Social Work, or a related field
• Bi-lingual skills in Spanish and English
• Knowledge of social services systems for children, families, and adults that reflects trauma-informed and strengths-based philosophy and values.
• Knowledge of laws and regulations as applied to assigned areas.

Job Contingencies and Special Requirements Pass pre-employment background checks to include criminal, credit, CPS/APS, and DMV. Valid driver's license and good driving record (driving records may be reviewed annually for continued qualification). Hold or obtain certifications such as CPR if required for assigned position. Obtain specific training such as CPS/Foster Care/APS state training as required or desired for assigned areaThis team primarily works scheduled times during the days, overnight, weekends, and designated holidays. Core work hours are Monday-Friday, 8:30am to 5:00 p.m., including rotating on-call shifts to receive and validate referrals from 5 pm-8:30 am or respond to emergency family situations, as required.Loudoun County Government offers a variety of benefits to both regular full time and part time employees. To view the comprehensive benefits package we have to offer you when you join our team, please click Benefits elgibility for temporary employees are dependent on duration of assignment and number of scheduled hours. 01 Which statement below best describes the highest level of education you have completed?

• High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (GED)
• Associate degree
• Bachelor's degree
• Master's degree
• Doctorate degree

02 How many years of directly related human services experience do you have?

• No experience
• Less than 1 year of experience
• 1 year but less than 2 years of experience
• 2 years but less than 3 years experience
• 3 or more years of experience

03 What is your minimum salary requirement? 04 Do you have local government experience?

• Yes
• No

05 Based on the job description, please describe your experience in child welfare. 06 Our work hours are typically Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on a hybrid telework schedule - Can you work this schedule? (Please note, for the first 90 days all new hires are expected to report in-person during their training period).

• Yes
• No

07 At times, the Department of Family Services staff must respond to community and or emergency needs caused by inclement weather, natural or human-made disasters, etc. Therefore, in these very rare instances, all DFS staff must be available to work beyond the normal workday to include nights, weekends, and holidays, as required to perform functions of the position and/or situation. In addition, you may be required to work at an alternative worksite(s) within the County to perform duties that support the operational needs of the department. Would these requirements pose an issue for you?

• Yes
• No

08 Have you ever been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor, other than minor traffic violations?

• Yes
• No

09 If yes, please explain Required Question