CPS Family Based Safety Services Worker Bilingual

$45,800 - $61,130/Yr

State Of Texas - Harlingen, TX

Full-time - Entry Level

Harlingen, TX

10,001+ employees

Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support

About the position

The Family Based Safety Services (FBSS) Worker plays a crucial role in protecting children from abuse and neglect by providing in-home services to families after investigations. This position involves assessing child safety, developing treatment plans, and connecting families with community resources to ensure the well-being of children. The FBSS Worker is responsible for maintaining contact with families, documenting relevant information, and working collaboratively with various stakeholders to achieve treatment goals.

Responsibilities

• Respond quickly in crisis situations.
• Provide time-limited in-home services to meet the specific needs of families.
• Assess child safety and take necessary actions to protect the child.
• Interact objectively with caretakers who have abused or neglected children.
• Discuss personal issues with families related to income, money management, and relationships.
• Help identify resources and community support available to the family.
• Assist parents in recognizing behaviors that lead to child abuse and empower them to make necessary changes.
• Determine actions to remove or reduce immediate threats to child safety.
• Gather family and kinship information to support child placement if necessary.
• Document all relevant information accurately and in a timely manner.
• Work flexible hours beyond the standard schedule as needed.
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with law enforcement and community resources.
• Attend and participate in trainings, meetings, and staffings.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or an Associate's degree with two years of relevant work experience.
• Experience in social, human, or protective services, including paid or volunteer work.
• Knowledge of child development and family dynamics.
• Skill in effective verbal and written communication.
• Ability to operate a personal computer and travel for work-related appointments.

Nice-to-haves

• Master's degree in Social Work.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Loan forgiveness
• Paid annual leave
• Paid sick days
• Potential for administrative leave
• Professional development opportunities