Child And Family Services Specialist (cfss)-grand Island

Health & Human Services - Agency 25

Grand Island, NE, US
Base: trainee starts at $21.836 with increase to $...
Hybrid (with flexibility for fieldwork and some after-hours responsibilities)
Trauma-informed case management
Home visits and safety assessments
Collaboration with legal system
The Health & Human Services Agency is seeking a Child and Family Services Specialist (CFSS) in Grand Island, NE, to provide trauma-informed case management and advocacy for families involved in the child welfare system. The role requires a bachelor's degree in a related field, and offers a starting salary of $21.836, with opportunities for growth and flexible working hours after training

Job Summary

  • The Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is seeking compassionate and committed individuals to join our team as Child and Family Services Specialists (CFSS).
  • As a CFSS, you will support families involved with the child welfare system, assess safety, collaborate with families and community partners, and participate in legal proceedings including court testimony.
  • Working at DHHS offers more than a paycheck—it provides purpose with benefits including vacation and sick leave, paid holidays, retirement plans with employer match, and opportunities for internal advancement.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

The Health & Human Services Agency is seeking a Child and Family Services Specialist (CFSS) in Grand Island, NE, to provide trauma-informed case management and advocacy for families involved in the child welfare system. The role requires a bachelor's degree in a related field, and offers a starting salary of $21.836, with opportunities for growth and flexible working hours after training.

Salary

Base: Trainee starts at $21.836 with increase to $25.607 after training; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Vacation, sick leave, paid holidays, retirement plan with employer match

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • trauma-informed case management
  • home visits and safety assessments
  • collaboration with legal system
  • structured decision making tools
  • court testimony participation
  • on-call rotation including nights and weekends

Nice-to-have

  • family-centered practices
  • cultural and individual diversity respect
  • peer support and supervision
  • flexible work hours post-training
  • experience with child welfare or juvenile justice

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in related field or final semester enrollment
  • Valid driver’s license required
  • Experience or internships in child welfare or human services preferred

Work Rights

Not specified

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