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Child Therapist roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring a master's degree or higher in counseling, social work, or psychology. Most sponsoring employers are hospital systems, community mental health centers, and school districts with established H-1B filing programs. The 85,000-cap lottery applies, with premium processing available.
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Hiring Agency:
Health & Human Services - Agency 25
Location:
Lincoln, NE
Hiring Rate:
$22.327
Job Posting:
JR2026-00029397 Child and Family Services Specialist (CFSS)-Lincoln (Evergreen) (Open)
Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):
Job Description:
You have the passion; we have the opportunities – let’s make a difference for Nebraskans!
The Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is seeking compassionate and committed individuals to join our team as Child and Family Services Specialists (CFSS). These professionals provide essential support to children and families through trauma-informed case management and advocacy. This work has traditionally been known as Child Protective Services. This vital role directly supports our mission of Helping People Live Better Lives.
About the Role
This role can be both challenging and deeply rewarding. As a CFSS, you will support families involved with the child welfare system, primarily due to concerns of abuse and/or neglect. You will assess safety, work collaboratively with families and community partners, and promote permanency and well-being for children. You will frequently travel to and meet with families in their homes, attend community meetings, participate in multidisciplinary team discussions, and be involved in legal proceedings, including providing court testimony when necessary.
Salary:
Trainee starts at $22.327 for training and $26.183 after training.
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as a case manager for families referred to DHHS.
- Conduct home visits and comprehensive safety assessments in diverse community settings.
- Advocate for the well-being of children and families while respecting cultural and individual diversity.
- Apply family-centered practices and actively involve families in decision-making.
- Collaborate with the legal system and other partners to support case permanency goals.
- Utilize Structured Decision Making (SDM) tools to inform safety planning and case decisions.
- Write timely, accurate, and professional documentation for internal and legal use.
- Connect families to formal services and informal supports based on assessed needs.
- Promote normalcy and permanency for children in care.
- Apply trauma-informed and least-restrictive approaches to strengthen family functioning and resilience.
Work Schedule & Flexibility
The training schedule is generally Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. During this period, occasional after-hours field experiences and case-related responsibilities may be required. Following the completion of training, flexible work hours are available. Evening hours may be necessary to accommodate the needs of assigned families. This position also requires participation in an on-call rotation, which includes weeknights, weekends, and holidays.
Work Environment & Expectations
As a CFSS, you will sometimes enter homes that are in poor or unsanitary conditions and may encounter emotionally difficult situations. Worker safety is a top priority, and training and protocols are in place to prepare and support staff in the field.
You must be able to engage effectively with children and adults from diverse backgrounds, including those experiencing crisis, trauma, or instability. In some situations, you may be required to care for children temporarily while coordinating their transition to safe and appropriate placements.
While the work can be demanding, you will always have support. Ongoing supervision, training, peer support, and collaboration with law enforcement and legal partners help ensure both staff safety and effective outcomes for families. Even when you are in the field on your own, assistance is just a phone call away.
Watching the Realistic Job Preview video is highly recommended prior to applying.
It provides a candid look at the day-to-day responsibilities, challenges, and rewards of the Child and Family Services Specialist role. Viewing the video can help you make a more informed decision about whether this position is the right fit for your skills, interests, and long-term goals. Watch the video here.
Why Join Us?
Working at DHHS offers more than a paycheck—it provides purpose. Benefits include:
- Vacation and sick leave begin accruing immediately upon hire.
- 13 paid holidays.
- Agency-backed retirement plan with employer match.
- Supportive leadership and team culture.
- Numerous opportunities for internal advancement and promotion.
Start your career with Nebraska today and make a meaningful impact on families across our state!
Requirements/Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications: A bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, sociology, counseling, human development, mental health care, education, criminal justice, or other related fields. Consideration will be given to applicants who are enrolled in the final semester of their bachelor’s degree. Promotion to a Child and Family Services Specialist is contingent on successfully completing degree requirements and required training.
Preferred Qualifications: Experience in child welfare, juvenile justice and/or case management experience, internships with human services/child welfare agencies will also be considered.
Other: Valid Driver's license is required.
If you're currently employed by the State of Nebraska, please don't apply through this external career site. Instead, log in to Workday and open the Jobs Hub - Internal Apply app from your home landing page. You can access Workday anytime through the Link web page.
Benefits
We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.
Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit the State of Nebraska website.
Equal Opportunity Statement
The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.
The work we do matters!
Hiring Agency:
Health & Human Services - Agency 25
Location:
Lincoln, NE
Hiring Rate:
$22.327
Job Posting:
JR2026-00029397 Child and Family Services Specialist (CFSS)-Lincoln (Evergreen) (Open)
Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):
Job Description:
You have the passion; we have the opportunities – let’s make a difference for Nebraskans!
The Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is seeking compassionate and committed individuals to join our team as Child and Family Services Specialists (CFSS). These professionals provide essential support to children and families through trauma-informed case management and advocacy. This work has traditionally been known as Child Protective Services. This vital role directly supports our mission of Helping People Live Better Lives.
About the Role
This role can be both challenging and deeply rewarding. As a CFSS, you will support families involved with the child welfare system, primarily due to concerns of abuse and/or neglect. You will assess safety, work collaboratively with families and community partners, and promote permanency and well-being for children. You will frequently travel to and meet with families in their homes, attend community meetings, participate in multidisciplinary team discussions, and be involved in legal proceedings, including providing court testimony when necessary.
Salary:
Trainee starts at $22.327 for training and $26.183 after training.
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as a case manager for families referred to DHHS.
- Conduct home visits and comprehensive safety assessments in diverse community settings.
- Advocate for the well-being of children and families while respecting cultural and individual diversity.
- Apply family-centered practices and actively involve families in decision-making.
- Collaborate with the legal system and other partners to support case permanency goals.
- Utilize Structured Decision Making (SDM) tools to inform safety planning and case decisions.
- Write timely, accurate, and professional documentation for internal and legal use.
- Connect families to formal services and informal supports based on assessed needs.
- Promote normalcy and permanency for children in care.
- Apply trauma-informed and least-restrictive approaches to strengthen family functioning and resilience.
Work Schedule & Flexibility
The training schedule is generally Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. During this period, occasional after-hours field experiences and case-related responsibilities may be required. Following the completion of training, flexible work hours are available. Evening hours may be necessary to accommodate the needs of assigned families. This position also requires participation in an on-call rotation, which includes weeknights, weekends, and holidays.
Work Environment & Expectations
As a CFSS, you will sometimes enter homes that are in poor or unsanitary conditions and may encounter emotionally difficult situations. Worker safety is a top priority, and training and protocols are in place to prepare and support staff in the field.
You must be able to engage effectively with children and adults from diverse backgrounds, including those experiencing crisis, trauma, or instability. In some situations, you may be required to care for children temporarily while coordinating their transition to safe and appropriate placements.
While the work can be demanding, you will always have support. Ongoing supervision, training, peer support, and collaboration with law enforcement and legal partners help ensure both staff safety and effective outcomes for families. Even when you are in the field on your own, assistance is just a phone call away.
Watching the Realistic Job Preview video is highly recommended prior to applying.
It provides a candid look at the day-to-day responsibilities, challenges, and rewards of the Child and Family Services Specialist role. Viewing the video can help you make a more informed decision about whether this position is the right fit for your skills, interests, and long-term goals. Watch the video here.
Why Join Us?
Working at DHHS offers more than a paycheck—it provides purpose. Benefits include:
- Vacation and sick leave begin accruing immediately upon hire.
- 13 paid holidays.
- Agency-backed retirement plan with employer match.
- Supportive leadership and team culture.
- Numerous opportunities for internal advancement and promotion.
Start your career with Nebraska today and make a meaningful impact on families across our state!
Requirements/Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications: A bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, sociology, counseling, human development, mental health care, education, criminal justice, or other related fields. Consideration will be given to applicants who are enrolled in the final semester of their bachelor’s degree. Promotion to a Child and Family Services Specialist is contingent on successfully completing degree requirements and required training.
Preferred Qualifications: Experience in child welfare, juvenile justice and/or case management experience, internships with human services/child welfare agencies will also be considered.
Other: Valid Driver's license is required.
If you're currently employed by the State of Nebraska, please don't apply through this external career site. Instead, log in to Workday and open the Jobs Hub - Internal Apply app from your home landing page. You can access Workday anytime through the Link web page.
Benefits
We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.
Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit the State of Nebraska website.
Equal Opportunity Statement
The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.
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Verify your licensure transfers across states
Your LPC, LCSW, or LMFT license is state-specific, and your H-1B petition must list a worksite state. Confirm your credential is valid in the employer's state before filing begins, or build in time for reciprocal licensure applications.
Target employers with cap-exempt filing status
Hospitals affiliated with a university, federally qualified health centers, and nonprofit mental health agencies attached to a research institution may qualify as cap-exempt. That means no lottery, no October 1 start date restriction, and year-round filing.
Search LCA filings filtered for therapy roles
Use Migrate Mate to filter employers by H-1B Labor Condition Application history for counseling and therapy occupations. This shows you which organizations have actually sponsored roles like yours, not just companies that post generic sponsorship disclaimers.
Confirm your degree meets specialty occupation standards
USCIS requires a direct relationship between your degree field and the job duties. A master's in counseling or clinical psychology is straightforward. A bachelor's in a tangentially related field paired with licensure may require a stronger employer support letter detailing degree necessity.
Ask about the LCA prevailing wage before accepting an offer
Your employer files an LCA with DOL certifying they'll pay at least the prevailing wage for your SOC code and worksite location. Use the OFLC Wage Search to check Level I through Level IV rates for your specific county so you can evaluate any offer against DOL's minimum.
Time your offer acceptance around the H-1B lottery window
USCIS opens H-1B registration each March for an October 1 start. If you're not already in valid status allowing a change, an offer signed in June for an October start is achievable. An offer signed in April after a lost lottery means a full year's wait unless your employer qualifies as cap-exempt.
H-1B Visa Child Therapist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Child Therapist role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes. Child Therapist positions require at minimum a master's degree in clinical social work, counseling, or psychology, which satisfies USCIS's specialty occupation standard. The role must also require that specific degree, not just any bachelor's. Most clinical therapy positions at licensed facilities meet both criteria, but the employer's job description must explicitly state the degree requirement.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for Child Therapists?
Hospital systems, pediatric behavioral health clinics, community mental health centers, school districts, and university-affiliated counseling programs are the most consistent H-1B sponsors for Child Therapists. Nonprofit mental health organizations and federally qualified health centers also sponsor regularly and may qualify as cap-exempt, which removes the lottery requirement entirely. You can browse verified sponsors by role on Migrate Mate.
Does state licensure affect my H-1B petition as a Child Therapist?
Yes, and this is one of the most common complications. Your H-1B petition is tied to a specific worksite state, and USCIS expects you to hold or be in the process of obtaining licensure in that state. If your LPC or LCSW is from a different state, you'll need to apply for reciprocal licensure in parallel with the petition. Starting that process before your employer files I-129 reduces delays.
Can a Child Therapist work for multiple employers on a single H-1B?
Not on a single petition. Each employer must file a separate H-1B petition and LCA. If you want to work part-time for two employers simultaneously, both must sponsor you independently. This is more common in school-based therapy and private practice hybrid arrangements. USCIS allows concurrent H-1B employment, but each sponsoring employer carries full compliance responsibility for their own petition.
What happens to my H-1B status if my employer's therapy contract ends early?
Your H-1B status is tied to that specific employer, so a contract termination ends your authorized employment. You have a 60-day grace period to find a new sponsoring employer, change to another valid status, or depart the U.S. A new employer must file an H-1B transfer petition before you begin working for them. Acting within the first two weeks of notice gives you the most runway to arrange a transfer.