Child Welfare Subject Matter Expert (SME) - CCWIS Modernization (Pipeline Opportunity)

Child Welfare Subject Matter Expert (SME) - CCWIS Modernization (Pipeline Opportunity)

Location: Missouri (Remote/Hybrid considered with preference for in-state candidates)

Position Type: Contract (Start Date TBD, pending RFP award)

About Us:

Known for Delighting the Client through performance, innovation, and an employee-centric culture, S2Tech is a fast-growing IT consulting company serving clients in over a quarter of the United States. We are widely recognized as a leading provider of both technical and business services in support of Health and Human Services-related projects.

Why S2Tech?:

• Stable privately-owned company with a strong reputation for building long-term client relationships through the delivery of consistent value-based service
• 25+ years providing IT and Business services to private customers and government programs throughout the United States
• Expansive client portfolio and active projects employees benefit from innovative project exposure and in-house skill development training/courses
• Corporate culture that emphasizes the importance of family and promotes healthy work-life balance
• Offer competitive pay and a range of benefits including:
• Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance insurance premium assistance provided
• Additional Insurance (Life, Disability, etc.)
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan & Health Savings Account
• Various training courses to promote continuous learning
• Corporate Wellness Program
• Be part of a company that gives back through its non-profit organization, Fortune Fund, which was launched in 2001. The goal of the Fortune Fund is to close the rural/urban divide by ensuring children in rural communities in India and the United States understand the importance of education & are aware of professional career opportunities, allowing them to link their professional & educational goals

Job Overview:

We are actively identifying qualified Child Welfare Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to support a potential Comprehensive Child Welfare Information System (CCWIS) modernization initiative with the Missouri Department of Social Services (DSS). This modernization effort will transform how child welfare services are delivered and integrated with public assistance and Medicaid programs.

Note: This is a pipeline posting ahead of a formal Request for Proposal (RFP). Selected candidates will be contacted upon RFP release and contract award.

Responsibilities:

• Provide expert guidance to ensure system design reflects current policy and best practices in child welfare operations
• Facilitate engagement and collaboration with caseworkers, program staff, and other key stakeholders to ensure practical system usability
• Review, validate, and refine business requirements, process flows, and user stories to align with real-world scenarios
• Ensure compliance with federal CCWIS regulations and help translate those into actionable system requirements
• Support organizational readiness, training, and change management efforts from a policy and operational perspective

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of direct experience in child welfare program operations, case management, or supervision preferably within the State of Missouri
• In-depth knowledge of CCWIS federal guidelines, child welfare policies, and frontline practices
• Strong communication skills and experience working with multidisciplinary teams
• Ability to effectively bridge the gap between policy, practice, and system development

Why Join Our Pipeline?:
This role offers the opportunity to shape the future of child welfare service delivery in Missouri. By joining our candidate pipeline, you'll be among the first considered for this impactful modernization project once procurement is underway.

How to Apply:
Submit your resume and a brief overview of your experience in child welfare operations, especially any work with system design or modernization efforts. We will contact qualified candidates as the project advances.

S2Tech is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an equal opportunity employer making decisions without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class.