CHILD Welfare Specialist Trainee ; Child Protection Investigator-Regular Shift Orleans Region

Child Welfare Specialist Trainee 1-3:
Child Protection Services Investigator – Regular Shift

Join our dedicated team in a vital frontline role within the Child Protection Services (CPS) division of Child Welfare. This position plays a key role in protecting children by investigating reports of abuse and neglect. It offers a consistent 5‑day workweek (Monday–Friday, 8‑hour shifts). Some occasional overtime may be required.

• Three (3) years of experience in child welfare *
• Six (6) years of full‑time work experience in any field *
• A bachelor’s degree

EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION: Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience toward the six years of full‑time work experience in any field. The maximum substitution allowed is 120 semester hours, which substitutes for a maximum of four years of experience in any field.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent; a current driver's license and access to a personal vehicle.

NOTE: The incumbent must not have been convicted or pled nolo contendere to a crime listed in R.S. 15.587.1(c).

• Conduct investigations into allegations of child abuse and or neglect.
• Gather and document detailed case information and records for court proceedings and provide testimony during court proceedings.
• Make timely and appropriate referrals to family services, foster care programs, and other community‑based resources to address the needs of children and families.

• Appointment Type: Probational
• Career Progression Group: Child Welfare Specialist Trainee/1/2/3 (based on experience).
• Location: Region 1 – Orleans (parishes: Orleans, Jefferson, Plaquemines, St. Bernard).

Placement will be determined by parish availability and your location preferences.

No Civil Service Test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy. To apply, click the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections.

For further information, contact Miranda Batiste via email at Miranda.

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DCFS is an “Equal Opportunity Employer”, and Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.