Child Protection Specialist Supervisor (22203)
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- 25141130 Requisition #
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- 2 days ago Post Date
To be considered for this position you must complete the state application and attach all required documents through the Montana State Careers site at www.statecareers.mt.gov.
The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) has a career opportunity within the Child and Family Services Division in Glasgow.
This position is responsible for supervising the staff that provides family-centered services within a trauma-informed system to assure safety, permanency, and well-being for children who are at risk of or have been subjected to child maltreatment.
Why Join DPHHS
Our mission at DPHHS is serving Montanans in their communities to improve health, safety, well-being, and empower independence. By joining our department, you will have the opportunity to perform meaningful work in public service to our state and its residents.
The State of Montana's comprehensive benefits package includes healthcare coverage, retirement plans, paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays, work/life balance, and eligibility to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. In addition, DPHHS is the largest state agency with a wide range of advancement opportunities whether you are joining the workforce or have several years of experience.
Qualifications for this Career Opportunity
- Knowledge of child development, laws, rules, and regulations relating to protective services (child safety, permanency, and well-being).
- Ability to engage children and families to gather sufficient information to make accurate and precise decisions.
- Knowledge of personnel management and supervision.
- Meet minimum qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in social work, human services, or psychology, or directly related degree.
- Four years of child protection work experience or other directly related work experience working with children and families in difficult and sometimes volatile situations.
- Supervisory work experience is preferred.
- Other combinations of directly related education and experience may be considered on a case-by-case basis; however, a bachelor’s degree is required.
- Experience working with tribal government entities and/or other organizations of native peoples is highly preferred.
How to Apply
To be considered for a DPHHS position, submit the following required documents with your application on the State of Montana Careers website. When submitting the required documents, you must check the "relevant document" box to ensure your attachments are uploaded correctly to your application for this position.
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- References
Successful applicants will be subject to background checks relevant to the position and must pass reference checks before an offer will be extended. DPHHS is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For a copy of the full job description or if you need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, contact DPHHS Human Resources listed below.
Additional Information
This position may be eligible for partial telework within the state of Montana. Specific conditions will be provided by the supervisor and must adhere to state policy.
This position may be eligible for a statutory $1.00 an hour base pay increase effective July 1, 2025 and July 1, 2026.
