Child Welfare Supervisor (East Baton Rouge Parish)

Louisiana

Baton Rouge, LA, LA, US Until 9/24/2026 6+ years exp First posted July 24, 2026 Last posted July 26, 2026

Job description

<img src="https://secure.neogov.com/images/AgencyImages/jobposting/1546/jobpostings/image/20260723082702_DCFS Updated Logo.png" style="width: 418px" class="fr-fic fr-dii"> Department MISSIONDCFS is working to keep children safe, helping individuals and families become self-sufficient, and providing safe refuge during disasters.Department VISIONWe care for the well-being and safety of Louisiana's people. Department VALUESTreating all people with dignity, compassion and respect, while providing services with integrity. This vacancy is located in the East Baton Rouge Child Welfare Office in Baton Rouge, LA (Family Services Unit). This Child Welfare Supervisor is a crucial role that supports and monitors staff performance, identifies necessary resources, and ensures accountability. The incumbent of this position exercises direct supervision over the unit of Child Welfare Specialists providing services to children. Six years of experience in child welfare; OR Six years of full-time work experience in any field plus three years of experience in child welfare; OR A bachelor’s degree plus three years of experience in child welfare; OR An advanced degree in a social science or behavioral health field, nursing, or a juris doctorate plus two years of experience in child welfare. EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION: Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience towards the six years of full-time work experience in any field. The maximum substitution allowed is 120 semester hours which substitutes for a maximum of four years of experience in any field. NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent. A current driver's license and access to a personal vehicle. NOTE: The incumbent of this position must not have been convicted or pled nolo contendere to a crime listed in R.S. 15.587.1 (c).<div>The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found <a href="https://apps01.civilservice.louisiana.gov/onestopjobinfo/DisplayJobSpec.aspx?JobCode=166770" target="_blank">here</a>.</div><div style="color: inherit; font-style: normal; text-indent: 0">Job Duties:</div><ul style="padding-left: 2rem; margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 3pt; color: inherit; font-style: normal; text-indent: 0"><li>Provide direct line supervision to staff delivering specialized trauma-informed and family-centered services through supervisor conferences, direct on-the-job training, case staffing, review of case records and completed work assignments, individual staff assessment, unit meetings, etc.</li><li>Manage and supervise case management team.</li><li>Provide administrative expertise as required.</li><li>Ensures the accuracy, content, and completeness of child case/family files.</li><li>Ensures compliance with local, state, and federal policies and practices.</li><li>Maintains a close working relationship with public and private agencies involved in providing foster care services and/or support.</li><li>Provides on-call supervisory consultation for Child Welfare staff during emergencies, including after hours and weekends.</li><li>Coordinates community resources for the benefit of children served by the Family Services Program.</li></ul><div style="color: inherit; font-style: normal; text-indent: 0"> Position-Specific Details: </div>Appointment Type: This position may be filled as a probational appointment or a job appointment that may last up to 48 months. Job appointments may convert to probational appointments. Also, it may be filled as a detail and promoted within 12 months or by promotion of a permanent classified employee. Work Schedule:  Typically, work hours are 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, Monday – Friday.  Flexible work schedules are available after meeting certain criteria and is dependent upon the position you are applying for.  Some positions require working shifts.  Compensation:  The Child Welfare Supervisor position has a minimum Special Entrance Rate (SER) of $26.91/hr. In accordance with La. R.S. 46:51.2 the department shall conduct a State Central Registry (SCR) check for a potential employee of the department to determine whether or not said individual's name appears on a SCR subsequent to December 31, 2009, and whose duties include: investigations of child abuse or neglect, supervisory or disciplinary authority over children, direct care to a child, or performance of licensing surveys. In accordance with state laws, selected candidates must pass the following checks before any final job offer will be made: Drug Test, Criminal Background, State Central Registry, and Louisiana State Police Sex Offender and Child Predator Registry. Must possess a valid driver's license. <div style="color: inherit; font-style: normal; text-indent: 0"> How To Apply:</div>No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy. To apply for this vacancy, click on the "Apply" link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.   *Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in this application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).  Resumeswill not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application.  Applications may be rejected if incomplete.Contact Information: For further information about this vacancy, contact:Brittney GunterDCFS Human Resources<div style="color: inherit; font-style: normal; text-indent: 0; text-align: left"><a style="color: inherit !important; text-decoration: underline !important">[email protected]</a></div> <div style="text-align: center">DCFS is an “Equal Opportunity Employer”, and Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.  </div>

About this role

Summary

Supervise child welfare staff, monitor performance, ensure compliance, coordinate resources, and provide leadership.

Job title

Child Welfare Supervisor (East Baton Rouge Parish)

Experience level

6+ years or equivalent experience

Minimum experience

6+ years exp

Industry

government

Location requirements

Baton Rouge, LA; remote work not specified.

Salary

$56k+

Management role

Yes

Skills & keywords

Required skills

supervisioncase managementtrauma-informed carecommunity coordinationregulations compliance

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

child welfaresupervisiontrauma-informedfamily-centeredcase management

Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Baton Rouge, LA, USA

On-site City