Interstate Compact Placement of Children Specialist (CYFD/PSD #9038)

$26.33 - $42.12 Hourly

$54,760 - $87,616 Annually

This position is a Pay Band 70

Posting Details

We are so pleased that you are interested in making an impact through our work at CYFD! The department thrives on dedicated, empathetic, and talented employees who ensure the well-being of the children and families in New Mexico by keeping them safe and healthy.

By joining CYFD, you'll work to find the best ways to support families through difficult situations using community-based prevention and intervention programs. Employees have teammates and a committed leadership team to support them every day.

We look forward to you joining us because caring for and supporting New Mexico's children and youth will take all of us. I know the department's mission is critical to improving the overall well-being of children in our state and, in turn, strengthening the future of New Mexico.

THIS POSTING MAY BE USED FOR ONGOING RECRUITMENT AND MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME. APPLICANTS LISTS MAY BE SCREENED MORE THAN ONCE.

Why does the job exist?

This position will serve as the Interstate Compact on the Placement of Children Coordinator (ICPC) and Interstate Compact on Adoption and Medical Assistance Coordinator (ICAMA). Functions of this position include but are not limited to processing and tracking all ICPC assignments through software applications, coordinating and communicating with customers (other state coordinators, CYFD field staff, management, community based providers, foster/adoptive parents, relatives, biological parents), and providing ongoing and regular training and technical assistance to stakeholders and field staff.

How does it get done?

• The Coordinator Manages all the aspects of ICPC and of ICPC and ICAMA to endure appropriate and timely interstate movement of both foster and adoptive Children, as well as provision of benefits and services for adopted children with special needs. 20%;

• Serves as an information resource and assists adoptive families in identifying and accessing needed program and services for their children. 15%;

• Increase knowledge of ICAMA and E-Care Vault. Train how to input information and how to support youth who are adopted outside state to obtain Medicaid through ICAMA and E-Care Vault. 15%;

• Develop, cultivate and nurture working relationships with CYFD Managers and Associate Deputies, as well as ICPC. 20%;

• Increases knowledge and understanding of ICPC and licensure processes for children and families by attending trainings, work groups and committees within outside of New Mexico. 15%;

• Complete the closing out process of all old ICPC cases and maintain fidelity and accuracy of the National Electronic Interstate Compact Enterprise (NEICE) system. 15%.

Ideal Candidate

Experience as it relates to:
• Working directly with Children, Youth, and their families;

• Partner with Community Service providers as it relates to Children, and Youth;

• Working with Youth in a school setting;

• Determining eligibility for services that might be needed for the Children, Youth and Families;

• Conduct and complete assessments of safety, risks, strengths, and family needs;

• Developing Safety plans for the Children, Youth and Families;

• Participate in multidisciplinary meetings;

• Identify, provide, and/or arrange timely assessments/evaluations/ interviews;

• Conduct medical case management activities for eligible clients.

Minimum Qualification

Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Guidance and Counseling, Education, Sociology, Criminal Justice, Criminology and/or Family Studies/Services and four (4) years of any combination of experience including working with communities, working on health or social service related matters, social work/case management experience, behavioral health and/or health care. Substitutions apply. See Substitution Table below.

Substitution Table

These combinations of education and experience qualify you for the position:
Education Experience Education Experience 1 High School Diploma or Equivalent AND 8 years of experience OR High School Diploma or Equivalent AND 8 years of experience 2 Associate's degree in the field(s) specified in the minimum qualification AND 6 years of experience Associate's degree or higher in any field AND 8 years of experience 3 Bachelor's degree in the field(s) specified in the minimum qualification AND 4 years of experience 4 Master's degree in the field(s) specified in the minimum qualification AND 2 years of experience 5 PhD degree in the field(s) specified in the minimum qualification AND 0 years of experience
• Education and years of experience must be related to the purpose of the position.

• If Minimum Qualification requires a specific number of "semester hours" in a field (e.g. 6 semester hours in Accounting), applicants MUST have those semester hours in order to meet the minimum qualifications. No substitutions apply for semester hours.

Employment Requirements

Must possess a current and valid Driver's License. Pre-employment background investigation is required and conditional pending results.

Working Conditions

Work is performed in an office setting: late hours and weekends work may be required. Will be exposed to regular periods of video display terminal and keyboard usage and stressful situations. Travel may be required. Incumbent will work under stress and frequent time constraints.

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Agency Contact Information: Sophie Gutierrez (505) 328-5616. Email

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Bargaining Unit Position

This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement and all terms/conditions of that agreement apply and must be adhered to.