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Department MISSION
DCFS is working to keep children safe, helping individuals and families become self-sufficient, and providing safe refuge during disasters.
Department VISION
We care for the well-being and safety of Louisiana's people.
Department VALUES
Treating all people with dignity, compassion and respect, while providing services with integrity.
This is a second-shift opportunity, offering a consistent 4-day workweek (10-hour shifts from 1:30 PM to midnight), with three days off each week—including every other weekend. This schedule includes some weekends and holidays, providing a unique opportunity for work-life balance while making a meaningful impact in your community.
Help make a difference and join our team today. To see if this job is right for you, please view our job preview video here:
Learn more about the benefits to working for DCFS by visiting our careers page.
This announcement serves to fill vacancies in one of the following parishes: Acadia, Evangeline, Lafayette, St Landry, St Martin, St Mary and Vermillion.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Three years of experience in child welfare; OR
Six years of full-time work experience in any field; OR
A bachelor’s degree.
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).
Job Duties
- Conduct investigations into allegations of child abuse and or neglect.
- Support first-shift staff by assisting with backlog cases.
- Gather and document detailed case information and records for court proceedings and provide testimony during court proceedings.
- Make timely and appropriate referrals to family services, foster care programs, and other community-based resources to address the needs of children and families.
Position Specific Details:
Appointment Type: Job Appointment
Career Progression Group: Child Welfare Specialist Trainee/1/2/3 (based on experience).
Location: Placement will be determined by parish availability and your location preferences.
Compensation:
The referenced positions have a Special Entrance Rate (SER) see below:
Child Welfare Specialist Trainee - SER: $1,649.60 bi-weekly
Child Welfare Specialist 1 - SER: $1,764.80 bi-weekly
Child Welfare Specialist 2 - SER: $1,820.80 bi-weekly
Child Welfare Specialist 3 - SER: $1,948.00 bi-weekly
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.
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).
Must possess a valid driver's license & access to a personal vehicle.
How To Apply:
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). Resumes will 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:
Miranda Batiste via email at Miranda.Issac.DCFS@La.Gov.
DCFS is an "Equal Opportunity Employer" and Louisiana is a "State as a Model Employer for People with Disabilities"
About this Job
Department MISSION
DCFS is working to keep children safe, helping individuals and families become self-sufficient, and providing safe refuge during disasters.
Department VISION
We care for the well-being and safety of Louisiana's people.
Department VALUES
Treating all people with dignity, compassion and respect, while providing services with integrity.
This is a second-shift opportunity, offering a consistent 4-day workweek (10-hour shifts from 1:30 PM to midnight), with three days off each week—including every other weekend. This schedule includes some weekends and holidays, providing a unique opportunity for work-life balance while making a meaningful impact in your community.
Help make a difference and join our team today. To see if this job is right for you, please view our job preview video here:
Learn more about the benefits to working for DCFS by visiting our careers page.
This announcement serves to fill vacancies in one of the following parishes: Acadia, Evangeline, Lafayette, St Landry, St Martin, St Mary and Vermillion.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Three years of experience in child welfare; OR
Six years of full-time work experience in any field; OR
A bachelor’s degree.
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).
Job Duties
- Conduct investigations into allegations of child abuse and or neglect.
- Support first-shift staff by assisting with backlog cases.
- Gather and document detailed case information and records for court proceedings and provide testimony during court proceedings.
- Make timely and appropriate referrals to family services, foster care programs, and other community-based resources to address the needs of children and families.
Position Specific Details:
Appointment Type: Job Appointment
Career Progression Group: Child Welfare Specialist Trainee/1/2/3 (based on experience).
Location: Placement will be determined by parish availability and your location preferences.
Compensation:
The referenced positions have a Special Entrance Rate (SER) see below:
Child Welfare Specialist Trainee - SER: $1,649.60 bi-weekly
Child Welfare Specialist 1 - SER: $1,764.80 bi-weekly
Child Welfare Specialist 2 - SER: $1,820.80 bi-weekly
Child Welfare Specialist 3 - SER: $1,948.00 bi-weekly
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.
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).
Must possess a valid driver's license & access to a personal vehicle.
How To Apply:
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). Resumes will 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:
Miranda Batiste via email at Miranda.Issac.DCFS@La.Gov.
DCFS is an "Equal Opportunity Employer" and Louisiana is a "State as a Model Employer for People with Disabilities"
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Confirm your role meets specialty occupation standards
Pull the O*NET profile for your trainee job title and check the listed education requirements. USCIS requires the position to normally demand at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field, not just any degree.
Target employers with active LCA filing history
Use Migrate Mate to filter trainee roles by employers who have filed Labor Condition Applications for your occupation code. That filing history shows which companies have already navigated H-1B sponsorship for similar roles.
Align your transcript to the job description early
Trainee petitions face RFEs when the degree field doesn't map directly to the role. Before applying, identify which coursework supports the specialty occupation claim so your employer's attorney can build the strongest possible petition.
Ask about cap-exempt employer status during screening
Universities, nonprofit research institutions, and government-affiliated organizations are cap-exempt and can file H-1B petitions year-round. For trainee roles, these employers offer sponsorship without lottery risk, which changes your timeline significantly.
Verify the prevailing wage level before accepting an offer
Run your job title and location through the OFLC Wage Search before negotiating. Trainee roles often fall at wage Level I, and the employer's LCA must certify they'll pay at least that amount, which sets your floor.
Secure your offer letter before the March registration window
H-1B cap registration opens in March for an October 1 start date. Your employer needs a signed offer to register you. Starting conversations in November or December gives you time to clear any internal approval delays before the window opens.
H-1B Visa Trainee: Frequently Asked Questions
Can a trainee role qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
Yes, if the position normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field of study. USCIS evaluates whether the job itself is a specialty occupation, not just the title. A trainee role in software engineering, financial analysis, or clinical research can qualify as long as the employer documents why the degree is a baseline requirement for that work.
What happens if my trainee role gets an RFE from USCIS?
A Request for Evidence on a trainee petition usually challenges whether the position meets the specialty occupation standard. Your employer's attorney will need to submit additional evidence, including the job description, organizational charts showing where the role fits, and documentation that similar positions at other companies require the same degree. Response deadlines are strict, so ask your employer how quickly they typically respond to RFEs before you accept the offer.
How do I find employers who sponsor H-1B visas for trainee positions?
Migrate Mate filters trainee job listings by employers with verified H-1B Labor Condition Application history, so you can see which companies have actively sponsored similar roles rather than relying on self-reported claims. Focusing on employers with a track record in your specific occupation code reduces the risk of late-stage sponsorship issues.
Does being on a trainee visa or training program affect my H-1B eligibility?
Your visa status during a training program matters. If you're on F-1 OPT, your employer files the H-1B petition while you maintain valid OPT authorization. If your OPT expires before October 1 and you're selected in the lottery, the cap-gap rule extends your work authorization automatically through September 30, as long as your petition was filed on time.
Can I switch from a trainee role to a different position after my H-1B is approved?
You can change roles within the same employer without a new H-1B petition if the new position is in the same occupational classification and at the same or higher wage level. Moving to a significantly different role or a new employer requires a new petition. Your employer must file the amended or new petition before you begin work in the changed role, not after.