Social Worker I-CPS

JOB The Kings County Human Services Agency is currently seeking qualified individuals for the position of:

SOCIAL WORKER I - CHILD PROTECTIVE SERVICES

(CPS)$55,182.40 - $67,329.60 AnnuallyAre you interested in making a real difference in the lives of children and families? Join our Child Protective Services team and help support abused, neglected, and at-risk children. CPS Social Workers conduct assessments, investigate child abuse referrals, develop service plans, and connect families with vital resources. These positions offer strong training, supportive supervision, and clear opportunities for career advancement.

CURRENTLY ENROLLED IN A SOCIAL WORK BACHELOR'S DEGREE PROGRAM?

Students currently enrolled in a Social Work, psychology, sociology or closely related Bachelor's Degree Program from an accredited college and who are expected to graduate on or around Spring 2026 or Summer 2026 may submit an application. However, education requirements must be met by August 31, 2026. (Applicants will not be able to start employment with the County until the applicant can provide documents to the Human Services Agency that they have successfully completed the degree.)

BENEFIT PACKAGE INCLUDES

CalPERS Retirement (see benefits section to determine plan/tier placement);Excellent PPO insurance including medical, dental, vision and chiropractic insurance coverage for the employee and their eligible dependents;Onsite health center for employees and eligible dependents on County health insurance;Paid vacation and sick leave (see benefits tab for more details)For more information about the Human Services Agency, click here.

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EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

Some duties, knowledge, skills, and abilities may be performed in a learning capacity for entry-level (I Level) positions.

Manages a caseload of clients; conducts assessments and case studies to evaluate social service needs; develops and carries out service plans according to client initial and ongoing needs. Assesses reports of suspected child abuse; conducts investigations related to allegations of child abuse including interviews and home visits to determine if abuse, neglect, or exploitation has occurred and/or evaluate risk for same, often under critical time constraints and stressful conditions.

Screens and interviews clients and client families in their homes, in the office, over the phone, and in other field locations to assess the basic social, physical, and mental needs of clients and obtain health information in order to identify and provide social services. Conducts home visits in connection with casework assignments.

Assess suitability of living conditions and capabilities of parents and/or caretakers.

Evaluates the presence and level or risk to the client.

Make decisions to remove the client from unsuitable living conditions according to legal guidelines and restrictions. Plans, arranges and supervises parent/child visitation at Agency office or other off-site locations.

Transport children to protective facilities, to court, and/or visitation and other appointments as needed.

Interprets and explains program goals, objectives, capabilities, limitations, and rules and regulations programs and client legal rights and responsibilities. Receives referrals and determines eligibility for services; authorizes and/or coordinates services as necessary to complete individual service plans; follows up with clients to ensure services have been provided timely and according to client needs. Informs clients of available community resources including but not limited to employment, training, housing, food and clothing, and health care; makes referrals to other County programs, external service providers, and community services; advocates for clients with various community and social service agencies. Responds to after-hours emergency calls related to child welfare, abuse, neglect, or other urgent casework associated with safety and well-being of minor clientele.

Refers complex cases requiring a higher level of care and/or specialized services to appropriate staff. Composes and prepares a variety of program related documentation including case notes and dictation, correspondence, documents, reports, and statistical data.

Prepares court reports and associated legal documents. Testify in court and assist attorneys in the preparation of court actions.

Coordinating service of subpoenas and responding to inquiries regarding court actions.

Evaluates compliance with court orders.

Evaluates the suitability of adoption placements.

Administers and processes court-ordered drug tests.

Maintains accurate and detailed records, files, and databases related to case actions and client interactions; inputs and updates information into electronic case management systems; maintain confidential client documentation.

Attends and participates in a variety of meetings, case conferences, joint team meetings, in-service trainings, and other staff development activities. Assist law enforcement during investigations. Establish and maintain professional working relationships with community service providers.

Provides training to subordinate and less experienced staff and volunteers as assigned.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

All completed applications and supplemental questionnaires will be reviewed. Depending upon the number of applicants who meet the minimum qualifications, the examination process may include a screening committee (pass/fail) and/or a written examination (pass/fail) and/or an oral examination (100%) to determine placement on the eligible list.

Note:

Those applicants who are among the top 40 written test scores will be invited to participate in the oral examination process.

VETERAN'S PREFERENCE AVAILABLE UPON

REQUESTVeteran's Preference ApplicationYou must submit a certified DD-214 and a new request form for each application submission prior to the closing date.

Tentative Recruitment Schedule:

Closing Date:

May 18, 2026

SME Review:

Week of May 18, 2026

Human Resources Interviews:

Week of June 24, 2026

Department Interview:

TBD