IMPORTANT RECRUITMENT INFORMATION FOR THIS VACANCY

Job Posting closes: Open until filled
Required documents including transcripts (if educational requirements are listed for this position) must be uploaded by close date. Incomplete applications may not be considered.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Qualifications: Transcript copies required with application (if educational requirements are listed for this position). Four-year degree in a Human Services or Behavioral Sciences field of study, or education determined relevant by the agency. Valid Driver’s License (must maintain valid driver’s license throughout employment)
If Licensed Professional, must maintain license throughout employment
Preferred Qualifications: One or more of the following:
Bachelor’s in Social Work (Licensed Social Worker)
Master’s in Professional Counseling (Licensed Professional Counselor)
Master’s in Marriage and Family Therapy (Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist)

Post-Offer, Pre-employment Requirements:

• Security Clearance: A background check (KBI - criminal background, welfare fraud, driver’s license and Child/Adult Abuse and Neglect Central Registry) is required for all positions with the Department for Children and Families (DCF) as a condition of employment, which may include fingerprinting and FBI check. Security clearance must be obtained prior to employment with DCF. Must maintain security clearance throughout employment.
• Tax Clearance: Candidates offered employment in a State of Kansas position will need to apply for a Kansas Tax Clearance Certificate within 10 days of being offered a position. For more information, visit the KDOR Tax Clearance Request Information page.

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Receives assigned reports of families where children are suspected of being in need of care, abused or neglected as defined in K.S.A. 38-2202, and establishes contact with one or more family members to assess child abuse and neglect allegations within the assigned time frame. Makes timely collaborative contact with schools, courts, multi-disciplinary teams, mental health, law enforcement, and other service providers to assess child safety per DCF regulation/policy.
Conducts assessments of alleged abuse and neglect, completes and prepares a written assessment within the established time - lines. Makes referral to law enforcement, court attorneys and the court as appropriate. Provides short term, intensive and preventative intervention. Assist the family in formulating a child safety plan and jointly develops a family case plan with family if services are needed. Maintains clear records of services provided and documents progress in meeting goals, including writing the basis for finding decisions.
View the full position description: http://content.dcf.ks.gov/hr/careers/K0232861.pdf