Adult Protective Services Case Manager / 61014145

State of South Carolina; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 48,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance

15 days annual leave

15 days sick leave

13 paid holidays

Paid Parental Leave

State Retirement Plan

Deferred Compensation

Job summary

The South Carolina Department of Social Services seeks an APS Case Manager in Columbia, SC. You will perform professional case management for vulnerable adults, assess risk, and coordinate protective services.

You will work with community partners and legal systems to ensure client safety and self-determination. Responsibilities include client home visits, service planning, court coordination when appropriate, and maintaining accurate documentation in electronic systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Behavioral Science or Social Science.
• Master’s Degree in Social Work or related field can substitute for required experience.
• Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle for field work.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional case management for vulnerable adults per DSS policy.
• Assess risk and implement protective interventions.
• Coordinate services to ensure client safety and self-determination.
• Maintain caseload, collaborate with partners and legal systems.
• Support emergency response efforts to maintain continuity of care.
• Provide service planning with clients for safety and stability.

Skills

Risk assessment

Client coordination

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Behavioral Science, or Social Science

Bachelor's Degree in any other field + 1 year related experience

Master's Degree in Social Work or related field allowed as substitution

Tools

Electronic case management system

Job description

Job Responsibilities

Do you have a passion to provide meaningful work in the community? Would you like to be part of an organization whose central mission is helping to protect, stabilize and strengthen the lives of children, families, and vulnerable adults? Then the South Carolina Department of Social Services has the right job opportunity for you.

Job Duties

• The APS Case Manager perform professional case management services for vulnerable adults in accordance with DSS policy and the APS ComPASS Model. Assesses risk, implements protective interventions, and coordinates services to ensure client safety while respecting the individual’s right to self-determination. Manages an assigned caseload, collaborates with community partners and legal systems, and supports emergency response efforts to maintain continuity of care. Provides assistance to other counties as needed.
• Manages an assigned caseload of vulnerable adults, including client contact, home visits, service planning, and coordination of legal actions as appropriate. Conducts timely assessments to determine risk factors such as abuse, neglect (including self-neglect), and exploitation, and implements protective interventions while honoring client choice. Maintains accurate, objective, and timely documentation in electronic case systems.
• Develops and coordinates service plans in partnership with clients to promote safety and stability, including arranging temporary and long-term placements and community-based supports.
• Collaborates with law enforcement and the court system to support emergency protective actions and assists clients in securing appropriate housing, placement, or protective arrangements.
• Coordinates communication among clients, families, providers, and internal staff to support effective service delivery and maintain professional working relationships.
• Assesses, in coordination with medical and legal professionals, clients’ capacity to access long-term supports, including financial resources, guardianship/conservator-ship, emergency services, and court involvement.
• Supports emergency response operations, including Red Cross sheltering and disaster-related services; assists in developing and monitoring client emergency plans.
• Performs other duties as required and/or directed.

Minimum And Additional Requirements

• A Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Behavioral Science, or Social Science.
• A Bachelor's Degree in any other field and one (1) year experience in a related field.
• A Master's Degree in Social Work, Behavioral Science or Social Services or higher can be substituted for required work experience.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and have access to and be able to operate a motor vehicle. Individuals must comply with necessary field work assignments.
• If you certify, by completion and submission of this application, that you possess educational credentials that qualify you for the available DSS positions, you will be required to provide a certified official transcript, if you are selected for job offer.

Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Children
• 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
• 15 days sick leave per year
• 13 paid holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs

DIVISION

Adult Protective Services / Clarendon County

Benefits For State Employees

The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits

Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits

State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits

State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note

The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.