CPS Permanency Case Worker (CYFD/PSD #10109566+)

CPS Case Worker (CYFD/PSD #10109566+)

Job Type: Full-Time Location: Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States (Onsite)

About the Role The Children, Youth and Families Department (CYFD) / Prevention and Support Division (PSD) is seeking a dedicated CPS Case Worker to join our team. In this role, you'll work directly with children and families involved in the child welfare system, conducting investigations, assessing risk and safety, and connecting families to services that support child well-being.

What You'll Do -This protective services case worker position will be responsible for engaging children, parents, and other caregivers in order to coordinate assessments and permanency plans for children in CYFD custody to promote child safety, permanency and well-being.

• Provide CPS and permanency planning services for children served by the agency to promote the safety and permanency of children by conducting ongoing assessments to determine child safety, permanency, and well-being. On a rotating basis, provide after-hours response to CPS emergencies.
• For assigned cases, conduct ongoing case activities to collect information necessary to create appropriate plans to provide safety, timely permanency and enhanced well-being for children.
• Provide case management services for children served by the agency. Caseload averages between 12 and 20 children per worker.
• Provide quality CPS permanency planning services to children served by the agency and assume limited administrative responsibility for unit and other duties as assigned to achieve agency mission by working with management to identify positive practice issues, areas needing improvement, and participating in local reviews.

About You - Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Human Services, Psychology, Sociology, Criminal Justice, or a related field required - Ability to work in high-stress, emotionally demanding environments - Strong written and verbal communication skills - Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required - Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred but not required - Prior experience in child welfare, case management, or social services a plus

What We Offer - Competitive state government salary - Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance - Retirement plan through the New Mexico Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA) - Paid time off and holidays - Ongoing training and professional development opportunities - Meaningful work supporting New Mexico's most vulnerable children and families