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Our vision is to ensure that “All Washington's children and youth grow up safe and healthy, thriving physically, emotionally, and educationally, nurtured by family and community".
Job Title: CPSSocial Service Supervisor 5 (SSS5)
Location: Tumwater, WA (Hybrid- work will include a mixture of in-person, telework, and field work.)
Closes: 9/8/26
Salary: $80,496 - $108,228 Annually. This position will also receive 10% assignment pay. This is in addition to the regular base salary; the required duties include performing visits in unregulated environments, such as private residences, to conduct investigations for allegations of abuse and/or neglect to assess the safety of vulnerable children.
The Department of Children, Youth, and Families is seeking a Child Protective Services (CPS) Social Service Supervisor 5 (SSS5) to join our dynamic team in Tumwater. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to grow their leadership and supervisory skills while continuing to make a meaningful impact in child protective services and with the families we serve.
The Opportunity:
In this role, you will use your strong assessment and engagement skills to supervise staff. As a front-line supervisor, you will help guide staff, strengthen team success, and support positive outcomes for children and families. We are looking for candidates with strong CPS experience, a commitment to best practices, and a passion for leading and supporting others.
Some of what you will get to do:
- Supervise and mentor a unit of CPS Social Service Specialists and complete child welfare casework.
- Manage and support Social Service Specialists in formal training plans who are transitioning to field work.
- Perform quality assurance on staff documentation, assessments, reports, case management, and payment initiation.
- Ensure Social Service Specialists document case activities and information gathered within the case file and FAMLINK electronic record.
- Provide mentoring, coaching, counseling, consultation, on-the-job training, and feedback.
- Prepare written staff performance evaluations utilizing the Performance Evaluation system.
- Consult with administrators and human resources regarding corrective or disciplinary action.
- Train new and existing staff to gather accurate and complete information, organize information, and make case decisions.
- Keep staff informed of policies, rules, and regulations affecting their jobs and the children and families they serve.
- Provide consultation and oversight to ensure accurate application of the child safety framework.
- Review and revise service referrals, letters, court reports, and assessments.
- Review activities with parents and relatives to establish case goals and identify services for the family.
- Initiate payments within FAMLINK for child placement and child/family services.
- Coordinate with other supervisors to ensure appropriate coverage for the office.
- Participate in supervisory, administrative, and individual meetings and conferences.
- Attend and testify in Superior Court.
Required Qualifications:
Eight (8) years of paid social service experience* AND 30 semester or 45 quarter credits in a Social Services discipline.
OR
A Master’s degree in social services, human services, behavioral sciences or any Master’s degree which includes 30 semester or 45 quarter credits in a Social Services discipline AND Three (3) years of paid social service experience* in planning, administering, developing, or delivery of public child welfare, social, health, or chemical dependency treatment programs.
OR
A Bachelor's degree in social services, human services, behavioral sciences or any Bachelor’s degree which includes 30 semester or 45 quarter credits in a Social Services discipline AND Four (4) years of paid social service experience* in planning, administering, developing, or delivery of public child welfare, social, health, or chemical dependency treatment programs.
OR
One (1) year of experience as a Social Service Specialist 4 (SSS4).
OR
Two (2) years of experience as a Social Service Specialist 3 (SSS3).
AND
- The ability to take action to learn and grow.
- The ability to take action to meet the needs of others.
NOTE: A two-year Master's degree in one of the above fields that included a practicum may be substituted for one (1) year of paid social service experience.
- Paid social service experience must include at least one (1) year of assessing risk and safety to children and providing direct family-centered practice services.
In addition to those required qualifications, our ideal applicant will also have some or all of the following:
- Prior public child welfare experience.
- A completed Master's Degree in Social Work.
- Previous case management experience working with children and families.
- Current knowledge of applicable laws, rules, and policies on the delivery of child protective and child welfare services within Washington State.
- Experience implementing risk assessment in cases using the preferred risk assessment model and child safety framework.
- Experience using FAMLINK and maintaining FAMLINK documentation.
How do I apply?
In addition to completing the online application, please attach the following:
- College/University Transcripts - an unofficial copy is acceptable for application purposes.
- Cover Letter
- Resume
Supplemental Information:
The Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) is committed to Washington’s children and youth growing up safe, healthy, and thriving. We invite all candidates to join us in our goal to create a diverse and equitable workplace that reflects the communities we serve. If you are excited about this role but you believe that your education and/or experience might not align perfectly with every qualification in the job posting, we encourage you to apply anyway.
The Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, race, creed, color, national origin, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained service animal by a person with a disability.
Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.
This position is included in the supervisory bargaining unit represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE). For more information: https://wfse.org/
This recruitment may be used to fill multiple vacancies.
This position requires a minimum of at least two years of driving experience and a valid driver’s license.
The incumbent must successfully complete formal training courses as required by law, policy, and regional requirements within one year of their appointment.
Degrees must be obtained from an accredited college or university whose accreditation is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA), or a foreign equivalent verified by a NACES-approved organization at naces.org. Foreign Equivalency certification must be attached to the application for degrees obtained outside the U.S.
For more information about this position or if you need an accommodation throughout the application/interview process, please contact DCYF recruiter. If you're experiencing technical difficulties creating, accessing or completing your application, call NEOGOV toll-free at (855) 524-5627 or email support@neogov.com. Persons needing accommodation in the application process or this announcement in an alternative format may call the Telecommunications Device for the Deaf (TDD) at 360-664-1960.
Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications and wish to claim Veteran's Preference MUST attach a copy of their DD214, NGB Form 22 or Predischarge Certification (issued not more than 120 days prior to End of Term of Service (ETS) by date of submission). If claiming preference based on Predischarge Certification, individual will be required to provide their official discharge documentation, such as a DD form 214, NGB form 22, or equivalent, within 30 days after the date of discharge. Please blackout (redact) the social security number before attaching any documents. For additional information on Veteran's Preference and guidance on how to determine if you are eligible, click here.
DCYF participates in the federal E-Verify program. The selected candidate must provide proof of identity and authorization to work in the United States, consistent with E-Verify requirements, on their first day of employment.
Description
Our vision is to ensure that “All Washington's children and youth grow up safe and healthy, thriving physically, emotionally, and educationally, nurtured by family and community".
Job Title: CPSSocial Service Supervisor 5 (SSS5)
Location: Tumwater, WA (Hybrid- work will include a mixture of in-person, telework, and field work.)
Closes: 9/8/26
Salary: $80,496 - $108,228 Annually. This position will also receive 10% assignment pay. This is in addition to the regular base salary; the required duties include performing visits in unregulated environments, such as private residences, to conduct investigations for allegations of abuse and/or neglect to assess the safety of vulnerable children.
The Department of Children, Youth, and Families is seeking a Child Protective Services (CPS) Social Service Supervisor 5 (SSS5) to join our dynamic team in Tumwater. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to grow their leadership and supervisory skills while continuing to make a meaningful impact in child protective services and with the families we serve.
The Opportunity:
In this role, you will use your strong assessment and engagement skills to supervise staff. As a front-line supervisor, you will help guide staff, strengthen team success, and support positive outcomes for children and families. We are looking for candidates with strong CPS experience, a commitment to best practices, and a passion for leading and supporting others.
Some of what you will get to do:
- Supervise and mentor a unit of CPS Social Service Specialists and complete child welfare casework.
- Manage and support Social Service Specialists in formal training plans who are transitioning to field work.
- Perform quality assurance on staff documentation, assessments, reports, case management, and payment initiation.
- Ensure Social Service Specialists document case activities and information gathered within the case file and FAMLINK electronic record.
- Provide mentoring, coaching, counseling, consultation, on-the-job training, and feedback.
- Prepare written staff performance evaluations utilizing the Performance Evaluation system.
- Consult with administrators and human resources regarding corrective or disciplinary action.
- Train new and existing staff to gather accurate and complete information, organize information, and make case decisions.
- Keep staff informed of policies, rules, and regulations affecting their jobs and the children and families they serve.
- Provide consultation and oversight to ensure accurate application of the child safety framework.
- Review and revise service referrals, letters, court reports, and assessments.
- Review activities with parents and relatives to establish case goals and identify services for the family.
- Initiate payments within FAMLINK for child placement and child/family services.
- Coordinate with other supervisors to ensure appropriate coverage for the office.
- Participate in supervisory, administrative, and individual meetings and conferences.
- Attend and testify in Superior Court.
Required Qualifications:
Eight (8) years of paid social service experience* AND 30 semester or 45 quarter credits in a Social Services discipline.
OR
A Master’s degree in social services, human services, behavioral sciences or any Master’s degree which includes 30 semester or 45 quarter credits in a Social Services discipline AND Three (3) years of paid social service experience* in planning, administering, developing, or delivery of public child welfare, social, health, or chemical dependency treatment programs.
OR
A Bachelor's degree in social services, human services, behavioral sciences or any Bachelor’s degree which includes 30 semester or 45 quarter credits in a Social Services discipline AND Four (4) years of paid social service experience* in planning, administering, developing, or delivery of public child welfare, social, health, or chemical dependency treatment programs.
OR
One (1) year of experience as a Social Service Specialist 4 (SSS4).
OR
Two (2) years of experience as a Social Service Specialist 3 (SSS3).
AND
- The ability to take action to learn and grow.
- The ability to take action to meet the needs of others.
NOTE: A two-year Master's degree in one of the above fields that included a practicum may be substituted for one (1) year of paid social service experience.
- Paid social service experience must include at least one (1) year of assessing risk and safety to children and providing direct family-centered practice services.
In addition to those required qualifications, our ideal applicant will also have some or all of the following:
- Prior public child welfare experience.
- A completed Master's Degree in Social Work.
- Previous case management experience working with children and families.
- Current knowledge of applicable laws, rules, and policies on the delivery of child protective and child welfare services within Washington State.
- Experience implementing risk assessment in cases using the preferred risk assessment model and child safety framework.
- Experience using FAMLINK and maintaining FAMLINK documentation.
How do I apply?
In addition to completing the online application, please attach the following:
- College/University Transcripts - an unofficial copy is acceptable for application purposes.
- Cover Letter
- Resume
Supplemental Information:
The Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) is committed to Washington’s children and youth growing up safe, healthy, and thriving. We invite all candidates to join us in our goal to create a diverse and equitable workplace that reflects the communities we serve. If you are excited about this role but you believe that your education and/or experience might not align perfectly with every qualification in the job posting, we encourage you to apply anyway.
The Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, race, creed, color, national origin, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained service animal by a person with a disability.
Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.
This position is included in the supervisory bargaining unit represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE). For more information: https://wfse.org/
This recruitment may be used to fill multiple vacancies.
This position requires a minimum of at least two years of driving experience and a valid driver’s license.
The incumbent must successfully complete formal training courses as required by law, policy, and regional requirements within one year of their appointment.
Degrees must be obtained from an accredited college or university whose accreditation is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA), or a foreign equivalent verified by a NACES-approved organization at naces.org. Foreign Equivalency certification must be attached to the application for degrees obtained outside the U.S.
For more information about this position or if you need an accommodation throughout the application/interview process, please contact DCYF recruiter. If you're experiencing technical difficulties creating, accessing or completing your application, call NEOGOV toll-free at (855) 524-5627 or email support@neogov.com. Persons needing accommodation in the application process or this announcement in an alternative format may call the Telecommunications Device for the Deaf (TDD) at 360-664-1960.
Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications and wish to claim Veteran's Preference MUST attach a copy of their DD214, NGB Form 22 or Predischarge Certification (issued not more than 120 days prior to End of Term of Service (ETS) by date of submission). If claiming preference based on Predischarge Certification, individual will be required to provide their official discharge documentation, such as a DD form 214, NGB form 22, or equivalent, within 30 days after the date of discharge. Please blackout (redact) the social security number before attaching any documents. For additional information on Veteran's Preference and guidance on how to determine if you are eligible, click here.
DCYF participates in the federal E-Verify program. The selected candidate must provide proof of identity and authorization to work in the United States, consistent with E-Verify requirements, on their first day of employment.
H-1B Government Job Roles in Washington
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Search Government Jobs in WashingtonGovernment H-1B Sponsorship Jobs in Washington: Frequently Asked Questions
Which government employers in Washington sponsor H-1B visas?
Federal agencies with significant Washington presences, including the Department of Defense, the Department of Energy's Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL), and the Department of Veterans Affairs, have historically filed H-1B visa petitions. State agencies and large government contractors such as Boeing, Leidos, and Booz Allen Hamilton also sponsor H-1B workers for roles tied to Washington-based contracts. Sponsorship patterns vary by agency, fiscal year, and role.
Which cities in Washington have the most government H-1B sponsorship jobs?
Seattle and the surrounding Puget Sound area account for the largest share of government H-1B filings in Washington, driven by federal offices, defense contractors, and technology-adjacent public sector roles. Olympia, as the state capital, concentrates state agency positions. The Tri-Cities area (Richland, Kennewick, and Pasco) is notable for Department of Energy and PNNL-related sponsorship in scientific and engineering fields.
What types of government roles in Washington typically qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
H-1B sponsorship in the government sector generally applies to specialty occupation roles requiring at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field. In Washington, qualifying positions commonly include software engineers, cybersecurity analysts, data scientists, civil and environmental engineers, public health specialists, and policy researchers. General administrative or clerical roles typically do not meet the specialty occupation standard required for H-1B eligibility.
How do I find government H-1B sponsorship jobs in Washington?
Migrate Mate lists government H-1B sponsorship jobs in Washington filtered by visa type and industry, so you can search specifically for roles where employers have a documented history of H-1B filings. Focus on federal contractors and agencies with offices in Seattle, the Tri-Cities, and Olympia. Reviewing Labor Condition Application (LCA) disclosure data on the Department of Labor's OFLC portal can also help confirm which Washington government employers have filed recently.
Are there any state-specific considerations for H-1B sponsorship in Washington's government sector?
Washington state does not impose additional visa requirements beyond federal H-1B rules, but the high concentration of federal security clearance roles in the defense and intelligence sectors adds a practical layer. Many government contractor positions in Washington require or prefer a security clearance, which non-U.S. citizens on H-1B status may not be eligible to obtain. Candidates should confirm clearance requirements before applying to avoid eligibility conflicts.
What is the prevailing wage for H-1B government jobs in Washington?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.