Associate Child Welfare Specialist - REMOTE
Description
ICF seeks an Associate Child Welfare Specialist to join our Child and Family Well-Being (CFWB) Line of Business. This role works under the direction of project leadership to support child welfare research, evaluation, technical assistance, implementation, and continuous quality improvement (CQI) efforts focused on supporting child welfare projects aimed at improving outcomes for children and youth in foster care. The Associate Child Welfare Specialist will support all facets of project implementation to ensure timely and high-quality work, while contributing to the overall success of project initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
As an Associate Child Welfare Specialist, you will collect, analyze, and synthesize data from surveys, interviews, focus groups, administrative data, observations, and site visits. You will collaborate closely with project teams, support client communications, and contribute to proposal development. Key project tasks may include:
Supporting focus groups, including participant recruitment, logistics, note-taking, and summary reporting.
Designing, fielding, and monitoring surveys (online and/or paper), including instrument testing and quality checks.
Collecting, organizing, and analyzing qualitative and quantitative data from surveys, interviews, focus groups, administrative data, observations, and site visits.
Cleaning, merging, validating, and documenting datasets using statistical software such as R, Stata, SAS, or SPSS.
Conducting qualitative analysis using coding software such as Dedoose, NVivo, or Atlas.ti.
Conducting literature reviews and contributing to research briefs, memos, and other written products.
Creating clear, accurate data visualizations and supporting project teams in using data for decision-making.
Drafting reports, briefs, and presentations for technical and non-technical audiences; incorporating feedback while ensuring high standards of editorial quality.
Coordinating day-to-day project operations, including developing and maintaining workplans, timelines, task trackers, and project documentation.
Scheduling and supporting internal and client meetings, including coordinating logistics for site visits and other engagements.
Engaging individuals with lived experience and expertise of the child welfare system by supporting recruitment, accessible participation logistics, and trauma-informed, culturally responsive engagement practices.
Supporting client communications and contributing to proposal development activities.
Representing ICF during onsite visits, meetings, and data collection activities.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Education, Public Policy, Social Science, or a related discipline (Master’s preferred).
2+ years of experience conducting qualitative and/or quantitative data collection, research analysis, or evaluation.
Demonstrated ability to produce clear, professional, high-quality written deliverables.
Demonstrated ability to independently manage work products and deliver tasks on schedule.
Preferred Skills/Experience
Experience developing online surveys and using platforms such as Qualtrics.
Experience conducting qualitative analysis using software such as Dedoose, NVivo, or Atlas.ti.
Experience cleaning, merging, and manipulating datasets in a professional setting.
Experience in creating data visualizations using tools such as Power BI or Tableau.
Prior experience in a consulting environment.
Proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications, including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, and Teams.
Interest and knowledge of child welfare systems and improving outcomes for children and families.
Professional Skills
Ability to meet project work schedules and work effectively with team members in a fast-paced environment.
Strong organizational skills and capacity to manage multiple tasks and competing priorities.
Proven ability to coordinate project activities and maintain well-organized project documentation.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
Experience collecting, analyzing, and synthesizing qualitative and quantitative data.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including technical writing and presenting to varied audiences.
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a remote environment, demonstrating initiative and accountability for assigned tasks and deliverables.
Collaborative and proactive work style with the ability to build and maintain effective working relationships.
Willingness to travel occasionally for site visits, in-person meetings, and data collection activities.
Commitment to sound business ethics, including safeguarding proprietary and confidential information.
Working at ICF
ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.
We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read our EEO policy.
We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation, please email [email protected] and we will be happy to assist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.
Read more about workplace discrimination rights or our benefit offerings which are included in the Transparency in (Benefits) Coverage Act.
Candidate AI Usage Policy
At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is not permitted. This policy is in place to maintain the integrity and authenticity of the interview process.
However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodation that involves the use of AI. If such an accommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at [email protected]. We are dedicated to providing the necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.
Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.
The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is:
$55,665.00 - $94,631.00
Nationwide Remote Office (US99)
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ICF seeks an Associate Child Welfare Specialist to join our Child and Family Well-Being (CFWB) Line of Business. This role works under the direction of project leadership to support child welfare research, evaluation, technical assistance, implementation, and continuous quality improvement (CQI) efforts focused on supporting child welfare projects aimed at improving outcomes for children and youth in foster care. The Associate Child Welfare Specialist will support all facets of project implementation to ensure timely and high-quality work, while contributing to the overall success of project initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
As an Associate Child Welfare Specialist, you will collect, analyze, and synthesize data from surveys, interviews, focus groups, administrative data, observations, and site visits. You will collaborate closely with project teams, support client communications, and contribute to proposal development. Key project tasks may include:
Supporting focus groups, including participant recruitment, logistics, note-taking, and summary reporting.
Designing, fielding, and monitoring surveys (online and/or paper), including instrument testing and quality checks.
Collecting, organizing, and analyzing qualitative and quantitative data from surveys, interviews, focus groups, administrative data, observations, and site visits.
Cleaning, merging, validating, and documenting datasets using statistical software such as R, Stata, SAS, or SPSS.
Conducting qualitative analysis using coding software such as Dedoose, NVivo, or Atlas.ti.
Conducting literature reviews and contributing to research briefs, memos, and other written products.
Creating clear, accurate data visualizations and supporting project teams in using data for decision-making.
Drafting reports, briefs, and presentations for technical and non-technical audiences; incorporating feedback while ensuring high standards of editorial quality.
Coordinating day-to-day project operations, including developing and maintaining workplans, timelines, task trackers, and project documentation.
Scheduling and supporting internal and client meetings, including coordinating logistics for site visits and other engagements.
Engaging individuals with lived experience and expertise of the child welfare system by supporting recruitment, accessible participation logistics, and trauma-informed, culturally responsive engagement practices.
Supporting client communications and contributing to proposal development activities.
Representing ICF during onsite visits, meetings, and data collection activities.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Education, Public Policy, Social Science, or a related discipline (Master’s preferred).
2+ years of experience conducting qualitative and/or quantitative data collection, research analysis, or evaluation.
Demonstrated ability to produce clear, professional, high-quality written deliverables.
Demonstrated ability to independently manage work products and deliver tasks on schedule.
Preferred Skills/Experience
Experience developing online surveys and using platforms such as Qualtrics.
Experience conducting qualitative analysis using software such as Dedoose, NVivo, or Atlas.ti.
Experience cleaning, merging, and manipulating datasets in a professional setting.
Experience in creating data visualizations using tools such as Power BI or Tableau.
Prior experience in a consulting environment.
Proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications, including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, and Teams.
Interest and knowledge of child welfare systems and improving outcomes for children and families.
Professional Skills
Ability to meet project work schedules and work effectively with team members in a fast-paced environment.
Strong organizational skills and capacity to manage multiple tasks and competing priorities.
Proven ability to coordinate project activities and maintain well-organized project documentation.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
Experience collecting, analyzing, and synthesizing qualitative and quantitative data.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including technical writing and presenting to varied audiences.
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a remote environment, demonstrating initiative and accountability for assigned tasks and deliverables.
Collaborative and proactive work style with the ability to build and maintain effective working relationships.
Willingness to travel occasionally for site visits, in-person meetings, and data collection activities.
Commitment to sound business ethics, including safeguarding proprietary and confidential information.
Working at ICF
ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.
We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read our EEO policy.
We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation, please email [email protected] and we will be happy to assist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.
Read more about workplace discrimination rights or our benefit offerings which are included in the Transparency in (Benefits) Coverage Act.
Candidate AI Usage Policy
At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is not permitted. This policy is in place to maintain the integrity and authenticity of the interview process.
However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodation that involves the use of AI. If such an accommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at [email protected]. We are dedicated to providing the necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.
Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.
The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is:
$55,665.00 - $94,631.00
Nationwide Remote Office (US99)
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