PRC Intake Protection Specialist
Job description
Important Recruitment Information for this vacancy
Job Posting closes: Opened until filled
Agency Information:
Kansas Department for Children and Families
Prevention and Protection Services
ADMIN-Topeka
www.dcf.ks.gov
About the Position
- Who can apply: External
- Classified/Unclassified Service: Unclassified
- Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time
- Regular/Temporary: Regular
- Eligible to Receive Benefits: Yes
- Veterans' Preference Eligible: Yes
Annual Compensation: $38,250.00
Employment Benefits
In addition to the starting salary, the State of Kansas offers a significant benefits package. All benefit eligible, full-time employees receive:
- Health Insurance on Day One! including medical; dental; vision (plus optional partner/dependent coverage @ reduced cost)
- Creation of and contribution to your, personal KPERS defined Retirement benefit
- 9-10 paid, annual holidays
- 12 paid, annual vacation days
- 12 paid, annual sick days
- 1 paid Discretionary Day
- Your personal life insurance policy equal to 150% of your starting salary
- This benefits package represents additional annual compensation.
Visit the Employee Benefits page for more information…
Position Summary & Responsibilities
Interviews individuals making reports of children in need of care or suspected child or adult abuse/neglect/exploitation through phone contact using in-depth interviewing techniques. Documents details from the interview, from faxes and other written documents received by the agency into the appropriate agency system. Follows agency policies, procedures, and protocols regarding the intake process.
Gathers additional information needed to make initial assessment decision from collateral contacts including, but not limited to, schools, law enforcement officers, medical personnel, other state agencies and other social service agencies within and outside of Kansas. Gathers available agency information on current or past involvement with PPS or other agency services.
Completes assessments and other documentation based on the information received through the intake process. Reviews all information from the reporter, assessments, past agency involvement and collateral contacts. Based on the review of information uses critical thinking for a decision on the acceptance of the report for assignment based on PPS Policy and Procedures. Adhere to agency expectations regarding completion of work and meeting agency outcomes of timeliness.
View the full position description: http://content.dcf.ks.gov/hr/careers/K0237465.pdf
Qualifications
- Minimum Qualifications: Two years of college or two years of work experience in the Kansas Protection Report Center.
Post-Offer, Pre-employment Requirements: Security Clearance: A background check (KBI - criminal background, welfare fraud, driver's license and Child/Adult Abuse and Neglect Central Registry) is required for all positions with the Department for Children and Families (DCF) as a condition of employment, which may include fingerprinting and FBI check. Security clearance must be obtained prior to employment with DCF.
Recruiter Contact Information
Email: DCF.Recruitment@ks.gov
E-Mail communication is preferred referencing this Job ID: 208305
Job Application Process
First Sign in or register as a New User.
Complete or update your contact information on the Careers> My Contact Information page. *This information is included on all your job applications.
Upload required documents listed below for the Careers> My Job Applications page. *This information is included on all your job applications.
Start your draft job application, upload other required documents, and Submit when it is complete.
Manage your draft and submitted applications on the Careers> My Job Applications page.
Check your email and My Job Notifications for written communications from the Recruiter.
Email – sent to the Preferred email on the My Contact Information page
Notifications – view the Careers> My Job Notifications page
Helpful Resources at jobs.ks.gov: “How to Apply for a Job – Instructions” and “How to Search for a Job – Instructions"
Required Documents for this Application to be Complete
Upload these on the Careers - My Job Applications page
State of Kansas online application
Resume
Cover letter
Transcripts - can be unofficial
DD214 (if you are claiming Veteran’s Preference
How to Claim Veterans Preference
Veterans' Preference Eligible (VPE): Former military personnel or their spouse that have been verified as a "veteran"; under K.S.A. 73-201 will receive an interview if they meet the minimum competency factors of the position. The veterans' preference laws do not guarantee the veteran a job. Positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determine by the hiring manager.
Learn more about claiming Veteran’s Preference
Equal Employment Opportunity
The State of Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.
If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the agency recruiter.
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