CPS Assessment Worker

Cass Human Service Zone is Hiring a CPS Assessment Worker in Fargo, North Dakota

**This position will close on the state website on 7/26/2026 at 11:59 pm.

Cass Human Service Zone is seeking a dedicated and passionate CPS Assessment Worker for the Family Services Team to support Child Welfare Services. Our mission is to serve children and families by providing advocacy, resources, and education while promoting stability and community connections.

CPS Assessment Worker duties include but are not limited to: 

• Assess and investigate reports of child abuse and neglect while ensuring compliance with policies, best practices, and emergency intervention procedures.
• Accurately document case details and connect families to essential services.
• Collaborate with service providers, law enforcement, and legal entities.
• Prepare for and testify in court proceedings.
• Maintain flexibility with on-call scheduling and non-traditional working hours.

To succeed in this position, you must have a passion for serving others and a commitment to making a positive impact. Strong organizational and time management skills are essential, along with the ability to communicate effectively with diverse populations. A thorough understanding of program policies and laws is required, as well as proficiency in various software and database applications with a willingness to learn new technology. Attention to detail, strong decision-making abilities, and strict adherence to state and federal regulations are critical.

To be considered for this position, you must have a bachelor's degree in one of the following areas: social work, psychology, sociology, counseling, human development, education, human services, child development and family science, behavioral health, applied behavior analysis, nursing (bachelor level degree) or criminal justice. Plus, one of the following:

Family Service Specialist III:

• Two (2) years of professional work experience as a social worker, child protective services worker, or professional case manager is required. Qualifying experience includes work in healthcare, behavioral health, child welfare, developmental disabilities, case management in a corrections setting, or social services. This experience must involve direct client interaction, service coordination, and documentation responsibilities.
• A master's degree may substitute for one (1) year of the work experience requirement 
• A bachelor’s degree as listed above

Family Services Specialist II:

• One (1) year of professional work experience as a social worker, child protective services worker, or professional case manager is required. Qualifying experience includes work in healthcare, behavioral health, child welfare, developmental disabilities, case management in a corrections setting, or social services. This experience must involve direct client interaction, service coordination, and documentation responsibilities.
• A master's degree in one of the above areas may substitute for the work experience requirement
• A bachelor’s degree as listed above

Family Services Specialist I:

• No work experience required
• A bachelor’s degree as listed above

Must maintain a valid driver’s license and auto insurance. Must complete Child Welfare certification.

Individuals may be required to work some non-traditional hours.  

Frequent travel throughout Cass County is required.

Salary will be adjusted if position is filled with as an FSS I or FSS II.

The successful applicant must pass a standard background, motor vehicle, and criminal record check.

Working for Cass Human Service Zone:

Cass Human Service Zone partners with the Department of Health and Human Services and Cass County to deliver child welfare safety and program protocols and provides employees with the excellent benefits and employment packages offered by Cass County as a Cass County employee.

Cass Human Service Zone team members are offered robust medical, dental and life insurance coverage, as well as an excellent retirement package.

Employees enjoy ten paid holidays, as well as earning both annual leave and sick leave days.