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Description Our vision is to ensure that "Washington state's children and youth grow up safe and healthy, thriving physically, emotionally, and educationally, nurtured by family and community." Job Title: Human Trafficking Screening Supervisor (SHPC4) Location: Olympia, WA - Full-Time/Permanent/Remote Closes: Sunday, June 21st, 2026 Salary: $76,968.00 - $103,536 Annually (The salary listed does not include the 2% general wage increase effective July 1, 2026) The Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) is seeking a passionate and experienced Social and Health Program Consultant 4 (SHPC4) - Human Trafficking Screening Supervisor to join the Missing and Exploited Youth (MEY) Program within the Integrated Systems of Care Team. Guided by DCYF's mission to protect children and strengthen families so they flourish, this position plays a critical leadership role in supporting youth who have experienced, or are at risk of experiencing, trafficking, exploitation, and missing episodes. Reporting to the MEY Program Manager, this position supervises a statewide team of screening specialists and helps ensure consistent, trauma-informed practices that improve outcomes for some of Washington's most vulnerable youth

Click here to learn more about DCYF. The Opportunity: In this role, you will provide leadership and oversight for a remote team responsible for screening and assessing youth who may have been impacted by commercial sexual exploitation, labor trafficking, and other forms of exploitation. You will serve as a strategic partner, collaborating with leaders and staff across Child Welfare, Juvenile Rehabilitation, and other DCYF programs to support statewide implementation of policies, procedures, and best practices.

This position provides statewide leadership for screening and assessment practices related to youth impacted by trafficking and exploitation. You will help develop and support a specialized workforce, monitor implementation across regions, analyze trends and outcomes, and promote consistent practices statewide. You will partner closely with Juvenile Rehabilitation leadership and clinical staff to support implementation of Senate Bill 6006 and the use of validated screening tools.

Through collaboration, consultation, training, and continuous improvement efforts, you will help strengthen DCYF's response to trafficking and exploitation while promoting trauma-informed, equitable, and youth-centered practices. This position plays a key role in ensuring youth are connected to appropriate services, supports, and resources while advancing compliance with state and federal requirements. Some of what you will get to do: Supervise, coach, and support a statewide team of Missing and Exploited Youth screening specialists.

Manage performance, professional development, workload planning, hiring, and other supervisory responsibilities. Provide consultation and guidance regarding screening, assessment, referral processes, and practice implementation. Lead the development and support of a specialized workforce focused on youth at risk of, or impacted by, trafficking and exploitation.

Monitor program performance, regional implementation, and quality assurance activities to promote consistent statewide practice. Analyze program data and trends to inform decision-making, reporting, and continuous improvement efforts. Develop reporting processes and support legislatively mandated reporting requirements.

Ensure compliance with federal and state laws, including Senate Bill 6006, and recommend policy and practice improvements. Partner with Juvenile Rehabilitation and clinical staff to implement validated screening tools, response protocols, and cross-system practices. Build and maintain collaborative partnerships across Child Welfare, Juvenile Rehabilitation, and other DCYF programs.

Develop and deliver training, technical assistance, and practice guidance related to trafficking, exploitation, and missing youth. Advance trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and equitable practices that improve outcomes for youth and families. Required Qualifications: A master's degree in social work, Public Administration, Social Science, or a related field AND three (3) years of full-time experience implementing youth-related social services.

OR A bachelor's degree in social work, Public Administration, Social Science, or a related field AND five (5) years of full-time experience implementing youth-related social services. OR One (1) year of experience as a Social and Health Program Consultant 3 (SHPC3) or equivalent. OR Three (3) years of experience as a Social and Health Program Consultant 2 (SHPC2) or equivalent.

OR Equivalent combination of education and experience totaling six (6) years implementing youth-related social services AND A minimum of two (2) years of case management experience. A minimum of one (1) year of supervisory experience. Prior successful completion of CSEC 101 training or equivalent.

Employees must successfully complete division-sponsored training within one (1) year of appointment. AND The ability to take action to learn and grow. The ability to take action to meet the needs of others.

*A degree in Social Work must be obtained from a program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE). In addition to those required qualifications, our ideal applicant will also have some or all of the following: Completion of advanced training in commercial exploitation, human trafficking, or related fields. Previous experience implementing programs, policies, procedures, and practice improvements.

Previous experience supervising, coaching, mentoring, and developing staff. Previous experience working with youth and those with lived experience in systems of care. Previous experience collaborating with community partners, local governments, providers, Juvenile Rehabilitation, Child Welfare, and executive leaders.

Demonstrated knowledge of social service principles and practices, goals and objectives of case planning and risk assessment. Demonstrated knowledge of trauma-informed, youth-centered, culturally responsive, and equity-based practices. Demonstrated knowledge of protecting vulnerable adults and children living in their own home and in licensed and certified settings, laws, rules, and regulations.

Demonstrated knowledge of investigative and casework principles and practices; social and economic conditions which affect the work of a public social service agency. Demonstrated knowledge of Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children (CSEC), human trafficking, missing youth, and exploitation prevention and response strategies. Demonstrated experience implementing and evaluating policies, procedures, training, or practice standards.

Demonstrated experience monitoring program performance, analyzing data and trends, and supporting quality assurance and continuous quality improvement efforts. Demonstrated knowledge of federal and state laws, regulations, and policies related to child welfare, trafficking prevention, and youth-serving systems. Demonstrated knowledge of consensus-building models, facilitation techniques, and conflict resolution strategies.

Demonstrated experience working with or within the intensive resources (BRS, therapeutic foster care, behavioral health, developmental disabilities) system. Demonstrated ability to lead change, manage competing priorities, and build effective cross-system partnerships. Demonstrated strong oral and written communication skills.

Demonstrated leadership skills and the ability to exercise sound judgment in complex and sensitive situations. How do I apply. In addition to completing the online application, applicants must attach the following documents to their profile to be considered for this position: Cover Letter Resume (current/updated) College transcripts (unofficial copy is accepted).

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 mission 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. This recruitment may be used to fill multiple vacancies. 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/

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. Benefits eligibility for this position may be different than what's listed in the benefits tab of this recruitment announcement. For more information on employee benefits eligibility, visit: Public Employee Benefits Board (PEBB)

If you would like to request an accommodation throughout the application/interview process, 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, the 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 Veterans' 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.

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