Essential functions of this position (18-6619) is to help ensure all children who need child welfare services have a safe and secure environment. Grand Forks County Human Service Zone is seeking one (1) Child Protection worker for the Child protection Service Unit.

As a Child Protection worker, you will be assigned reports of child abuse/neglect for assessment. You will also be responsible to adhere with policy, best practice and planning and arranging emergency interventions, provide general program administration. This position will gather necessary facts and complete written documentation.

To succeed in this position, you should be highly organized, able to manage your time and priorities effectively and have demonstrated ability to communicate with all types of people. You will need to have a strong understanding of the program policies and laws. You will also be comfortable working with all types of software and database applications with a willingness to learn new technology programs and have an eye for detail.

Additionally, this position will require collaboration with other social service agencies, mental health professionals, school personnel, the court system, etc. The ability to work with families in their home using personal transportation is required, and nontraditional work hours are necessary at times.

To be considered for this position, you must hold a bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, sociology, counseling, human development, education, human services, child development and family scient or criminal justice and two (2) years of professional work experiences as a foster care licenser, social worker, child protective service worker or professional case manager.

If no qualified Family Services Specialist III applicants are found, we will consider filling this position as a Family Services Specialist II (SC7004), with an annual starting salary of $49,993.34. Minimum qualifications require a bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, sociology, counseling, human development, education, human services, child development and family science, or criminal justice; and one year of professional work experience as a social worker, child protective service worker, or professional case manager. A master’s degree in one of the above areas may substitute for the work experience requirement.

If not qualified Family Services Specialist II applicants are found, we will consider filling this position as a Family Services Specialist I (SC7004), with an annual starting salary of $48,384.00. Minimum qualifications require a bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, sociology, counseling, human development, education, human services, child development and family science, or criminal justice.

Individuals may be required to work nontraditional work hours. The ability to visit person in their own homes is required. As this position requires some transportation of clients, a valid drivers’ license, proof of capability to transport clients, and adequate vehicle insurance is required. Agency vehicles are available for visits; however, the employee will need to use personal transportation at times. Mileage reimbursement if provided.

The successful applicant must pass a standard background, motor vehicle, and criminal record check.

Please make sure your resume includes information to demonstrate how you meet the minimum qualifications as posted. Your work history will not be given credit if the Department’s Human Resource Division cannot determine that you meet the minimum qualifications.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The Department of Human Services does not offer or provide sponsorships.

All application material must be received on or before the closing date by 11:59 pm.

A copy of your qualifying degrees transcript and any applicable certifications or licensures must be provided at the time of an interview.

For more information or if you need an accommodation, please contact Tammy Knudson at 18knut@nd.gov at 701.787.8554.

Employing Unit: ND DHS - HR

Telephone Number: 701.328.2310

TTY Number: ND Relay Service 1-800-366-6888 (text); 1-800-366-6889 (voice)

If you are experiencing technical difficulties with the Application Process or uploading attachments, please contact recruiter@nd.gov or (701)328-3290.

The State of North Dakota and this hiring agency do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), genetics, religion, age or disability in employment or the provisions of services and complies with the provisions of the North Dakota Human Rights Act.

As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. § 23-12-10.