Child Protection Investigator
- Employer
- CareerSource Tampa Bay
- Location
- Tampa, Florida
- Salary
- $38K-$44K/Year
- Posted
- Nov 26, 2014
- Closes
- Dec 03, 2014
- Ref
- 9961773
- Industry
- Defense, Government, Security
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
Must have the following in order to apply:
- Must possess a valid State of Florida Child Protection Professional Certification at the time of hire.
- Communication skills, verbal and written
- Knowledge of the theories and practices used in child protection and family support
- Working knowledge of federal, state, and local laws governing child protection
- Working knowledge of professional ethics related to child protection investigations
- Working knowledge of federal, state, and county community social service programs available for child protection and family support
- Working knowledge of investigative techniques
- Working knowledge of court procedures related to child protection proceedings
- Working knowledge of Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office standard operating procedures (SOPs)
- Must be able to use a computer and related software
- Must be able to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends and holidays
Required Screenings:
Drug Testing/Screening; Background Checks (Local/State/Federal), Fingerprints, Polygraph; Motor Vehicle Record Check; Drug Free and Smoke Free Workplace; Must pass written test.
Job Description:
Perform duties investigating alleged child abuse, neglect, and/or abandonment in accordance with Chapter 39, Florida Statutes.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Investigate alleged abuse, neglect, and/or abandonment of children to determine if abusive or unsafe conditions exist and take appropriate action to ensure the safety of children in accordance with state mandated timeframes
- Interview children and adults concerning allegations of abuse, neglect, and/or abandonment to ascertain the validity of allegations, document living conditions, and determine the need to remove children from an unsafe environment
- Inform clients of and implement available social service programs to assist them with their needs
- Conduct follow up visits to ensure the safety of children is being maintained and support programs are in place
- Testify in court to accurately relate the circumstances of cases investigated
- Establish and manage case files to include accurate and timely documentation of investigative activities in the statewide child welfare information system
- Collect, organize, and evaluate information and develop logical conclusions
- Interview children and adults to determine the validity of allegations
- Apply crisis intervention techniques
- Maintain professional demeanor during court testimony and cross examination
- Manage time effectively
- Work under stressful conditions
- Handle confidential information
- Perform other related duties as required
Work Environment:
Will be discussed with applicant.
Days & Hours:
Complete work schedule will be discussed with applicant.