CPS Investigations & Assessments Senior Specialist (Evening)

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Loudoun County is one of the fastest-growing counties in the country, known for its excellent quality of life and strong economy, while embracing its historic presence. Located 35 miles west of Washington, D.C., Loudoun County offers a diverse blend of cultural, recreational, and educational opportunities.

Loudoun County Department of Family Services seeks a dedicated and experienced professional for its CPS Investigations & Assessments Evening Senior Specialist position. The successful candidate will join the Child Protective Services program within the Department of Family Services, which envisions better health, safety, and well-being for all. We support individuals and families in the community to live their best lives while advocating for those most vulnerable and respecting their right to self-determination.

Lead Critical Response | Mentor Staff | Protect Children and Families

This is a mission-critical position requiring strong investigative judgment, supervisory readiness, and the ability to coach others in a fast-paced environment. This position plays a vital role in protecting children and supporting families during non-traditional business hours, when urgent needs often arise, and immediate intervention is essential. The selected candidate must be comfortable working independently, making timely safety decisions, and responding effectively in dynamic, high-pressure situations.

Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Respond to emergency child welfare situations and crisis calls after regular business hours.
• Investigate serious allegations of abuse or neglect, including sexual abuse, human trafficking, severe neglect, and out-of-family investigations.
• Conduct comprehensive family assessments to evaluate child safety, risk, and service needs.
• Interview children, parents, guardians, and collateral contacts.
• Develop and implement safety plans and service recommendations.
• Apply trauma-informed, strengths-based practices in all casework activities.
• Document case activity accurately and timely in state and local case management systems.
• Collaborate with law enforcement, hospitals, schools, courts, and community providers.
• Provide courteous and professional customer service to staff, citizens, vendors, and partners.
• Lead, mentor, and provide work guidance to staff as assigned.
• Complete special projects and other duties as assigned.

Bachelor's degree required, with major coursework in a Human Services field preferred AND, three (3) years of directly related experience in a human services area.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two (2) years of direct CPS Investigations and Family Assessments experience strongly preferred.
• Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, Public Administration, or related field.
• Bilingual skills in Spanish and English.
• Knowledge of child welfare systems, trauma-informed practice, motivational interviewing, and strengths-based service delivery.
• Knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and policy governing child protective services.
• Experience working evenings, on-call rotations, or emergency response functions.
  

Pass pre-employment background checks to include criminal, fingerprinting, credit, CPS/APS, and DMV checks. Valid driver's license and good driving record (driving records may be reviewed annually for continued qualification).

Hold or obtain certifications such as CPR if required for assigned position. Obtain specific training such as CPS/Foster Care/APS state training as required or desired for assigned area.

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Equal Employment Opportunity

Loudoun County Government prides itself on fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace that promotes employee wellness and work-life balance. As an equal opportunity employer, we consider all qualified applicants regardless of age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or other non-merit factors.

Reasonable Accommodation

Applicants who wish to request a reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process should call Human Resources directly at

703-777-0213 or email Human Resources.