CPS Social Service Specialist In Training; SSS- Wenatchee

CPS Social Service Specialist 2-3 In Training (SSS3) - Wenatchee

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Our vision is to ensure that “Washington state’s children and youth grow up safe and healthy— thriving physically, emotionally, and academically, nurtured by family and community.”

Job Title: CPS Social Service Specialist 2-3 In Training (SSS3)

Location: Wenatchee, WA (Hybrid telework option, 1-2 days per week, available after required training)

Closes: 1/23/26

Salary: $5,398 - $7,622 Monthly. May receive 10% assignment pay upon reaching the goal class of Social Service Specialist 3.

This position may involve visits in unregulated environments, such as private residences, to conduct investigations for allegations of abuse and/or neglect and assess child safety.

Assess complex family situations, interview children and parents, evaluate child safety, develop protection plans, and offer services to children and families.

• Investigate, assess, and evaluate reports of child abuse.
• Provide ongoing safety and risk assessment of the family throughout the life of the case and take appropriate action to protect children, address parental deficits through services, and provide support to the family.
• Provide comprehensive and ongoing assessment of casework needs for child, parent(s)/guardian, and foster parent(s) with a focus on child safety.
• Assess the need for out‑of‑home placement and work with the family to find the most appropriate placement.
• Monitor the health and safety of children through regular visitation.
• Utilize FAMLINK to document case activities and maintain case records.
• Prepare and document cases for court proceedings.

Social Service Specialist 2:

• Five (5) years of paid social service experience AND 30 semester or 45 quarter credits in a Social Service discipline.
• OR Bachelor's degree in social services, human services, behavioral sciences, or a similar field with 30 semester or 45 quarter credits in a Social Service discipline AND one (1) year of paid social service experience.
• OR Master's degree in social services, human services, behavioral sciences, or a similar field with 30 semester or 45 quarter credits in a Social Service discipline AND completed practicum.
• OR One (1) year of experience as a Social Service Specialist 1.

Social Service Specialist 3:

• Six (6) years of paid social service experience AND 30 semester or 45 quarter credits in a Social Service discipline.
• OR Bachelor's degree in social services, human services, behavioral sciences, or a similar field with 30 semester or 45 quarter credits in a Social Service discipline AND two (2) years of paid social service experience.
• OR Master's degree in social services, human services, behavioral sciences, or a similar field with 30 semester or 45 quarter credits in a Social Service discipline AND one (1) year of paid social service experience.
• OR One (1) year of experience as a Social Service Specialist 2.
• AND ability to learn and grow, meet the needs of others, and have at least one year of experience assessing risk and safety to children.

• Demonstrated knowledge of applicable laws, rules, and policies on child protective and child welfare services.
• Knowledge of addiction, treatment, relapse prevention, and recovery principles, or experience working with individuals with substance use disorder.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively and build consensus with families, community partners, and professionals.
• Experience assessing risk and safety concerning child abuse and neglect or developing safety or service plans with families.
• Ability to organize information to meet FAMLINK documentation requirements.

Required 9.5‑week Worker Core Training (WCT) covering core job functions, risk assessment, child well‑being support, case planning, and court preparation. The training includes a four‑week Seattle cohort and travel accommodations may be provided.

Complete your applicant profile and attach the following:

• Transcripts (unofficial accepted)
• Cover Letter
• Current resume detailing experience and education

The Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, race, creed, color, national origin, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability. Veterans may claim preference by providing a DD‑214 or equivalent. Please blackout any social security number before submitting documents.