Child Protection Specialist (Region 5 - Western)

The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) has a career opportunity within the Child and Family Services Division. As a Child Protection Specialist, you will play a critical role in enhancing the well-being of Montana families.

Requirements

• Conducts timely assessments of reports of child maltreatment
• Carries a caseload and keeps all case file documentation current
• Works collaboratively with law enforcement, other welfare professionals, and agencies
• Places child(ren) in out-of-home care, when necessary, and ensures that the placement is safe and complies with statutory and policy preferences and is in the best interests of the child(ren)
• Assures child(ren) is evaluated and assessed to determine medical and psychological needs throughout the case
• Prepares assessments, designs case plans, evaluates the progress of participants, and makes and monitors appropriate placements

Benefits

• Healthcare coverage
• Retirement plans
• Paid vacation
• Sick leave
• Holidays
• Work/life balance
• Eligibility to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program