Child Safety Investigations – Social Services Specialist – Desoto County Position Available In DeSoto, Mississippi

Child Safety Investigations – Social Services Specialist – Desoto County VieMed Healthcare Staffing DeSoto County, MS Job Details Full-time | Contract $30.25 an hour 2 days ago Qualifications LMSW Licensed Certified Social Worker Licensed Clinical Social Worker Safety plans Mid-level Driver’s License Bachelor’s degree Human Development & Family Studies Certified Social Worker Clinical Social Worker Social Work Communication skills Full Job Description Social Services Specialist – Child Safety Investigations |

VieMed Healthcare Staffing Location:

Desoto County Pay Rate:

$30.25/hour

Schedule:

Full-Time | 8-Hour Shifts | In-Person VieMed Healthcare Staffing is seeking skilled and passionate Social Services Specialists to join our Child Safety Investigations team across Mississippi. In this critical role, you will work directly with families and community partners to assess, investigate, and help protect the well-being of children. Why Join Us? Become part of a mission-driven organization focused on child welfare, advocacy, and community impact. We offer competitive compensation, ongoing support, and an opportunity to truly make a difference in children’s lives across Mississippi.

What You’ll Do:

As a Contract Social Services Specialist, your core responsibilities will include (but are not limited to): Conduct initial and ongoing safety and risk assessments for reports of child maltreatment, including abuse, neglect, exploitation, human trafficking, and fatalities. Investigate allegations received through Mississippi Centralized Intake and Assessment by conducting home visits, interviews, and collaboration with collateral sources. Develop and monitor safety plans and make fact-based service recommendations. Conduct historical record checks to assess prior agency involvement. Schedule and attend forensic interviews, autopsies, and other case-related meetings. Prepare and submit timely and thorough documentation, including investigative reports and case notes. Testify in court and administrative proceedings as required. Build and maintain professional relationships with law enforcement, legal partners, and community agencies to support investigations. Mentor and support new staff in the investigation process. Participate in team meetings, case staffing, and professional development activities. Utilize data and time management tools to prioritize daily responsibilities and meet deadlines. Participate in on-call rotation during evenings, weekends, and holidays. Travel routinely within assigned service areas (mileage reimbursed per state guidelines).

What You’ll Bring:

Education (Required): A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in Social Work, Social Services, Psychology, Criminal Justice, Nursing, Counseling, Educational Psychology, Family Studies, or a related field.

Additional Requirements:

Successful completion of Pre-Service Training through the Mississippi Department of Child Protection Services . Must have previously worked for MDCPS and left employment within the last five (5) years . Cannot have worked for MDCPS within the past six (6) months . Reliable personal transportation. Clean driving record and valid driver’s license. Current auto insurance. Ability to pass a background check and drug screening. Willingness and ability to travel and work across various service areas in Mississippi.

Skills & Competencies:

Strong ability to recognize signs and symptoms of child maltreatment. Solution-focused critical thinking and ethical decision-making. Excellent oral and written communication skills. High cultural competency and ability to build rapport with diverse populations. Ability to remain flexible, professional, and resilient in often unpredictable environments. Commitment to child welfare best practices and ethical service delivery.

Job Type:

Contract (Full-Time)

Hourly Rate:

$30.25

Work Setting:

In-person About VieMed Healthcare Staffing:

VieMed Healthcare Staffing is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment. We celebrate and support all backgrounds and identities and do not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, or disability. Ready to make an impact? Apply today to join a team that values dedication, compassion, and excellence in supporting Mississippi’s children and families. #VHSNursingAllied MDCPS, Mississippi Department of Child Protective Services, social work, social worker, LMSW, LCSW, RSW, CSW, child protective investigations, social services specialist, foster care, child protection, child safety investigations unit, child safety investigations