Job Description:
The essential job functions for a DCS Specialist – Intake require processing calls and written concerns of alleged child abuse and neglect which include, but are not limited to, the following:
Screen concerns of alleged child abuse and neglect.
Conduct comprehensive phone interviews, information gathering and research.
Determine if concerns meet statutory criteria as a DCS Report for investigation.
Write qualitative narratives.
Perform detailed data entry.
Respond to the needs of the public in a professional manner free of judgment or bias.
Utilize a laptop or desktop computer, the department's computer system, and call center applications.
Adhere to scheduled shift, breaks and lunch times.
Complete all data entry and finalization of work prior to leaving for the day
Input non-abuse correspondence regarding children currently in the custody of DCS, and other general inquires.
Cross-report criminal offenses to law enforcement; Cross-report to other state or local agencies that have investigative or licensing authority when DCS does not; Cross-report to other state, tribal or county child protection agencies when DCS does not have statutory authority.
When business needs exist, work in excess of 40 hours, which may include
days, nights, weekends, and holidays.
Tentative start date will be dependent upon interviews conducted, onboarding completed, and the state agency issuing a PO.
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Local Only Candidates - Resumes must specify the current location of the candidate, all those who do not state current location will not be considered. - AS A REMINDER - Candidates must be local at time of submission, and available for in person interviews within 1 week of the posting close date. Candidates must also be able to start within 2 weeks of an offer being made.
Bachelor's or Master's Degree from an accredited college or university; one year of social service or behavioral health experience.
Shifts 1). Thursday to Monday
12:30pm to 9pm
12:45pm to 9:15pm
1:00pm to 9:30pm
2). Tuesday to Saturday
1pm to 9:30pm
Knowledge of:
Federal and State child protection laws; normal child development stages; potential effects of
cultural differences on parenting; impacts of substance abuse, mental health, domestic violence, and poverty on families; roles and
responsibilities of courts, law enforcement, hospitals, schools, mental health agencies, and other entities that serve children and families; physical and behavioral indicators of abuse, and
neglect; conflict resolution techniques; statewide community
resources; Microsoft Office Suite - Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Teams and call center applications.
Skill in:
Active listening; Demonstrating sensitivity to others' needs, perspectives, experiences, and cultures; Making crucial time sensitive
decisions independently and with accuracy; Using technology with high proficiency; Typing at least 45
words per minute; Critical thinking and reasoning;
Adapting interview techniques based on the caller's needs; Responding calmly and effectively during
high stress situations.
Ability to:
Work on-site in a busy call center environment handling emotionally stressful matters; understand DCS policies, procedures, standards, and practices; manage conflicting
priorities under time constraints and high workloads; recognize indicators of abuse, and neglect; communicate effectively; perform phone interviews
while simultaneously inputting documentation into the department's management information system; be thorough, precise and accurate when completing work;
Write clear, intelligible, and professional narratives; and respond to the needs of the public in a professional manner free of
judgment or bias.
Education Required:
Bachelor’s degree
Required skills:
Call center/ paralegal/ social services experience
Bachelor's or master's Degree
Typing at least 45 words per minute
Microsoft Office Suite - Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Teams and call center applications
Preferred skills:
Federal and State child protection laws; normal child development stages; potential effects of cultural differences on parenting
Making crucial time sensitive decisions independently and with accuracy