SPA For FGDM, Kinship, and LPS for 6B
Apply NowCompany: Health and Human Services Commission of Texas
Location: Pearland, TX 77584
Description:
WHY WORK FOR DFPS?
The Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) is responsible for protecting the unprotected - children, elderly, and people with disabilities - from abuse, neglect, and exploitation. DFPS accomplishes this responsibility by employing over 12,000 workers who live up to the agency's Mission, Vision, & Values in service to the citizens of Texas. DFPS is not only a qualifying organization for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program but also offers excellent health benefits, special discounts on many products and services through the Discount Purchase Program, longevity pay, generous paid leave, access to the Wellness program, lifetime retirement annuity, Texa$aver 401(k) and 457 Programs under the Employees Retirement System of Texas.
Functional Title: SPA For FGDM, Kinship, and LPS for 6B
Job Title: CPS SPA Mgr IV
Agency: Dept of Family & Protectve Svc
Department: Region 6B CPS Dir Del - PS
Posting Number: 4094
Closing Date: 05/07/2025
Posting Audience: Internal and External
Occupational Category: Community and Social Services
Salary Group: TEXAS-B-25
Salary Range: $5,797.66 - $9,508.25
Shift: Day
Additional Shift:
Telework: Not Eligible for Telework
Travel: Up to 25%
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full Time/Part Time: Full time
FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Exempt
Facility Location:
Job Location City: PEARLAND
Job Location Address: 9307 BROADWAY STE 201
Other Locations:
MOS Codes:
No direct military equivalent.
Brief Job Description:
CPS Service Support Administrator
The position supervises a program that consist of a 1 Program Direcotr for LPS, 2 Kinship Supervisors, 2 FGDM Supervisors, and and Program Administrative Assistante. This team is responsible for providing child protective services within the Substituted Care Division of DPFS. The position interacts routinely with Texas Department of Family and Protective Services staff, clients, contract providers, civil and criminal court personnel along with community representatives and other partner agencies. Assigned to Children Without Placement duties as required.
Essential Job Functions (EJFs):
Plans and manages unit operations to achieve program and regional objectives for service delivery by monitoring caseloads and budgets, consulting with staff on case related issues, approving leave, and holding individual conferences and unit meetings. Manages and develops staff through unit in-service training, field visits with staff, review of performance data, individual conferences, agency sponsored training, and performance appraisal. Interprets program policy and procedures to unit staff, other Department of Family and Protective Services staff, and the public. Evaluates unit performance through case readings, computer reports, and observation of unit operations to ensure compliance with policy, procedures, and service control requirements. Develops and maintains effective working relationships between Child Protective Services staff, Child Welfare boards, the general public, legal, medical, educational, and other community resources. Performs other duties as assigned and required to maintain unit operations. Promotes, monitors, and ensures that respect is demonstrated for cultural diversity. Attends work regularly in accordance with agency leave policy.
Requirements include monitoring, coordinating and providing oversight of children without placement.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs):
Knowledge of state and federal laws and regulations related to the Child Protective Services Program.
Knowledge of CPI/CPS policy and procedures.
Knowledge of staff development and ability to identify areas needing improvement.
Skill in leading others.
Skill in problem solving and decision making. Organizational and time management skills.
Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with agency staff at all levels and with community groups. Skill in program planning, development and implementation.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Skill at establishing and maintaining productive working relationships both internally and externally.
Skill at effectively conveying professionalism and competence in working relationships both internally and externally.
Skill in presentation preparation and delivery of subject matter.
Ability to approach problems critically and analytically. Ability to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities.
Ability to understand new information effectively and quickly.
Ability to plan, direct and assign responsibilities for the work of others.
Ability to gather, assemble, correlate, and analyze facts; to devise solutions to problems; to prepare clear and concise reports; to develop, evaluate, and interpret policies and procedures; and to communicate effectively.
Ability to analyze and interpret data as it pertains to program specific procedures and practices.
Ability to research, analyze, and monitor regional performance data and reports to evaluate policies, procedures and staff compliance.
Ability to oversee and/or develop quality improvement strategies to improve regional performance with agency performance standards.
Ability to develop ideas and the strategies necessary for communicating the agency message.
Ability to work with people from a variety of backgrounds and professions.
Ability to supervise subordinates and develop work teams.
Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines under pressure
Registrations, Licensure Requirements or Certifications:
None Required
Initial Screening Criteria:
5 years or more of Mangeraial Experince with DFPS
Additional Information:
The role of a SPA Manager is a fast-paced, high energy position requiring daily assessment and decision-making of child safety issues, and permanency. One must possess the initiative to independently organize and manage numerous tasks associated with the position. This management position will interact routinely with Texas Department of Family and Protective Services staff, parents, children, youth, caregivers, contract providers, civil and criminal court personnel along with community representatives, and other partner agencies.
This position works under the direct supervision of the Child Protective Services (CPS) Regional Director and performs advanced and complex (senior-level) consultative services while managing the regional program activities related to Kinship, LPS, and FGDM. This position is significantly involved in work that directly impacts all areas within the CPS program including staff development and training and is routinely involved in decision making involving program directors, supervisors and front line staff. The position develops, manages, and evaluates program services, guidelines, procedures, policies, activities and budgets related to the programs associated with this position. This position consults with regional management, caseworkers, field staff, policy staff, and external public and private stakeholders in providing guidance as well as subject matter expertise related to case management, decision-making processes and outcomes and must be available beyond the work week. The position works with communities, elected officials, administrative staff in other agencies providing services to abused and neglected children and their families, judicial, legal, and law enforcement personnel, medical and treatment professionals, educational systems, fiscal, human resources, business management, internal audit and governmental relations staff.
The position interacts routinely with Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) staff including Regional Directors, Program Administrators, Program Directors, CPS State Office, CPI/CPS Division Staff, field staff and regional and local child protective services boards.
Review our Tips for Success when applying for jobs at DFPS, DSHS and HHSC.
Military occupation(s) that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include, but not limited to those listed in this posting. All active-duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified to fill this position. For more information please see the Texas State Auditor's Job Descriptions, Military Crosswalk and Military Crosswalk Guide at Texas State Auditor's Office - Job Descriptions. You may also contact the DFPS Military Liaison at dfpsmilvets@dfps.texas.gov with additional questions.
Applicants selected for hire must pass a background check and if applicable a driver's record check.
As a state agency, DFPS is required by Texas Administrative Code (TAC 206 and 213) to ensure all Electronic Information Resources (EIR) follow accessibility standards. The staff must be familiar with the WCAG 2.1 AA and Section 508 to create accessible content including but not limited to; Microsoft Office documents, Adobe PDFs, webpages, software, training guides, video, and audio files.
DFPS uses E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work. Employees must provide documentation to DFPS to show their identity and authorization to work in the US. Please review the following link for authorized documents: https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents .
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHS/DFPS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact the HHS/DFPS Employee Service Center at 1-888-894-4747. If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodation to participate in the interview process, please notify the person scheduling the interview.
The Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) is responsible for protecting the unprotected - children, elderly, and people with disabilities - from abuse, neglect, and exploitation. DFPS accomplishes this responsibility by employing over 12,000 workers who live up to the agency's Mission, Vision, & Values in service to the citizens of Texas. DFPS is not only a qualifying organization for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program but also offers excellent health benefits, special discounts on many products and services through the Discount Purchase Program, longevity pay, generous paid leave, access to the Wellness program, lifetime retirement annuity, Texa$aver 401(k) and 457 Programs under the Employees Retirement System of Texas.
Functional Title: SPA For FGDM, Kinship, and LPS for 6B
Job Title: CPS SPA Mgr IV
Agency: Dept of Family & Protectve Svc
Department: Region 6B CPS Dir Del - PS
Posting Number: 4094
Closing Date: 05/07/2025
Posting Audience: Internal and External
Occupational Category: Community and Social Services
Salary Group: TEXAS-B-25
Salary Range: $5,797.66 - $9,508.25
Shift: Day
Additional Shift:
Telework: Not Eligible for Telework
Travel: Up to 25%
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full Time/Part Time: Full time
FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Exempt
Facility Location:
Job Location City: PEARLAND
Job Location Address: 9307 BROADWAY STE 201
Other Locations:
MOS Codes:
No direct military equivalent.
Brief Job Description:
CPS Service Support Administrator
The position supervises a program that consist of a 1 Program Direcotr for LPS, 2 Kinship Supervisors, 2 FGDM Supervisors, and and Program Administrative Assistante. This team is responsible for providing child protective services within the Substituted Care Division of DPFS. The position interacts routinely with Texas Department of Family and Protective Services staff, clients, contract providers, civil and criminal court personnel along with community representatives and other partner agencies. Assigned to Children Without Placement duties as required.
Essential Job Functions (EJFs):
Plans and manages unit operations to achieve program and regional objectives for service delivery by monitoring caseloads and budgets, consulting with staff on case related issues, approving leave, and holding individual conferences and unit meetings. Manages and develops staff through unit in-service training, field visits with staff, review of performance data, individual conferences, agency sponsored training, and performance appraisal. Interprets program policy and procedures to unit staff, other Department of Family and Protective Services staff, and the public. Evaluates unit performance through case readings, computer reports, and observation of unit operations to ensure compliance with policy, procedures, and service control requirements. Develops and maintains effective working relationships between Child Protective Services staff, Child Welfare boards, the general public, legal, medical, educational, and other community resources. Performs other duties as assigned and required to maintain unit operations. Promotes, monitors, and ensures that respect is demonstrated for cultural diversity. Attends work regularly in accordance with agency leave policy.
Requirements include monitoring, coordinating and providing oversight of children without placement.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs):
Knowledge of state and federal laws and regulations related to the Child Protective Services Program.
Knowledge of CPI/CPS policy and procedures.
Knowledge of staff development and ability to identify areas needing improvement.
Skill in leading others.
Skill in problem solving and decision making. Organizational and time management skills.
Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with agency staff at all levels and with community groups. Skill in program planning, development and implementation.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Skill at establishing and maintaining productive working relationships both internally and externally.
Skill at effectively conveying professionalism and competence in working relationships both internally and externally.
Skill in presentation preparation and delivery of subject matter.
Ability to approach problems critically and analytically. Ability to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities.
Ability to understand new information effectively and quickly.
Ability to plan, direct and assign responsibilities for the work of others.
Ability to gather, assemble, correlate, and analyze facts; to devise solutions to problems; to prepare clear and concise reports; to develop, evaluate, and interpret policies and procedures; and to communicate effectively.
Ability to analyze and interpret data as it pertains to program specific procedures and practices.
Ability to research, analyze, and monitor regional performance data and reports to evaluate policies, procedures and staff compliance.
Ability to oversee and/or develop quality improvement strategies to improve regional performance with agency performance standards.
Ability to develop ideas and the strategies necessary for communicating the agency message.
Ability to work with people from a variety of backgrounds and professions.
Ability to supervise subordinates and develop work teams.
Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines under pressure
Registrations, Licensure Requirements or Certifications:
None Required
Initial Screening Criteria:
5 years or more of Mangeraial Experince with DFPS
Additional Information:
The role of a SPA Manager is a fast-paced, high energy position requiring daily assessment and decision-making of child safety issues, and permanency. One must possess the initiative to independently organize and manage numerous tasks associated with the position. This management position will interact routinely with Texas Department of Family and Protective Services staff, parents, children, youth, caregivers, contract providers, civil and criminal court personnel along with community representatives, and other partner agencies.
This position works under the direct supervision of the Child Protective Services (CPS) Regional Director and performs advanced and complex (senior-level) consultative services while managing the regional program activities related to Kinship, LPS, and FGDM. This position is significantly involved in work that directly impacts all areas within the CPS program including staff development and training and is routinely involved in decision making involving program directors, supervisors and front line staff. The position develops, manages, and evaluates program services, guidelines, procedures, policies, activities and budgets related to the programs associated with this position. This position consults with regional management, caseworkers, field staff, policy staff, and external public and private stakeholders in providing guidance as well as subject matter expertise related to case management, decision-making processes and outcomes and must be available beyond the work week. The position works with communities, elected officials, administrative staff in other agencies providing services to abused and neglected children and their families, judicial, legal, and law enforcement personnel, medical and treatment professionals, educational systems, fiscal, human resources, business management, internal audit and governmental relations staff.
The position interacts routinely with Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) staff including Regional Directors, Program Administrators, Program Directors, CPS State Office, CPI/CPS Division Staff, field staff and regional and local child protective services boards.
Review our Tips for Success when applying for jobs at DFPS, DSHS and HHSC.
Military occupation(s) that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include, but not limited to those listed in this posting. All active-duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified to fill this position. For more information please see the Texas State Auditor's Job Descriptions, Military Crosswalk and Military Crosswalk Guide at Texas State Auditor's Office - Job Descriptions. You may also contact the DFPS Military Liaison at dfpsmilvets@dfps.texas.gov with additional questions.
Applicants selected for hire must pass a background check and if applicable a driver's record check.
As a state agency, DFPS is required by Texas Administrative Code (TAC 206 and 213) to ensure all Electronic Information Resources (EIR) follow accessibility standards. The staff must be familiar with the WCAG 2.1 AA and Section 508 to create accessible content including but not limited to; Microsoft Office documents, Adobe PDFs, webpages, software, training guides, video, and audio files.
DFPS uses E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work. Employees must provide documentation to DFPS to show their identity and authorization to work in the US. Please review the following link for authorized documents: https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents .
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHS/DFPS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact the HHS/DFPS Employee Service Center at 1-888-894-4747. If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodation to participate in the interview process, please notify the person scheduling the interview.