The primary responsibilities of this position are to provide Child Protection in the Buffalo Bridges HSZ (Stutsman & Barnes Counties) in addition assessments may be assigned in Central Prairie and Eastern Plains Zones. This will include:

• Completing Child Abuse and Neglect Assessments
• Provide crisis intervention as needed to maintain family stability
• Attend requested training or other staff development opportunities
• Be on call for emergencies on a rotation basis
• Maintain open communication with other agency staff and other service providers
• Provide transportation for clients
• Court Testimony

Requires a bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, sociology, counseling, human development, elementary education, early childhood education, special education, child development and family science, human resource management (human service track), or criminal justice, and two years of professional human services work experiences as a social worker, child protective service worker, or professional case manager. A Master’s degree in one of the areas above may substitute for one year of the work experience requirement. The appointing authority may identify specific certification/credential and experience depending upon the position to be filled.

If no qualified applicants are found, we will consider under-filling this position, with a minimum salary of $4,003.00 per month. Minimum qualifications requires a bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, sociology, counseling, human development, elementary education, early childhood education, special education, child development and family science, human resource management (human service track), or criminal justice, or a Master’s degree in one of the areas above. The appointing authority may identify specific certification/credential and experience depending upon the position to be filled.

Individuals may be required to work non-traditional work hours. The ability to visit persons in their own homes and providing transportation for clients using the employee’s own transportation is required for this position. A criminal background check and a driver’s record check will be performed prior to employment. This position requires proof of adequate vehicle insurance.

• Please make sure that your resume includes information to demonstrate how you meet the minimum qualifications as posted. Your work history will not be given credit if the Department’s Human Resource Division cannot determine that you meet the minimum qualifications
• The Department of Human Services does not offer or provide sponsorships. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• All application material must be received on or before the closing date by 11:59 pm.
• A copy of your qualifying degrees transcript and any applicable certifications or licensures must be provided at the time of an interview.

Additional Requirements:

• Requires three (3) professional references to be included with the application. A minimum of two (2) references must be supervisory references. Please include reference name, relation to applicant, and current telephone number.
• Candidates must successfully complete a standard background check and criminal record check.

For more information or if you need an accommodation, Please Contact: Mandi Freije at (701) 952-6822

Employing Unit: Buffalo Bridges Human Service Zone
Telephone Number: 701-952-6850
TTY Number: ND Relay Service 1-800-366-6888 (text); 1-800-366-6889 (voice)

If you are experiencing technical difficulties with the Application Process or uploading attachments , please contact recruiter@nd.gov or (701)328-3290

The State of North Dakota and this hiring agency do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, genetics, religion, age or disability in employment or the provisions of services and complies with the provisions of the North Dakota Human Rights Act.

As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. § 23-12-10.