Child Support Caseworker

Clay County; Liberty (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plans

Paid time off

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Clay County in Liberty, MO is seeking a diligent Child Support Caseworker to act as a critical advocate in the Child Support Division of the Prosecutor's Office. You will enforce court orders, manage case files, and serve as a liaison with parents, employers, and state agencies to ensure stability for families.

The role emphasizes legal accuracy, data integrity, and compassionate communication in a public-sector setting.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Experience: 1–3 years in a professional office environment (legal, social work, or administrative background is a plus).
• Tech-Savvy: Intermediate to Expert proficiency in MS Office (Word/Excel). You must be comfortable learning proprietary case management software quickly.
• Communication: The ability to write clear, professional reports and de-escalate tense conversations with the public.

Responsibilities

• Secure Financial Support: actively manage a caseload to establish, modify, and enforce child support orders, directly impacting the quality of life for Clay County children.
• Community Liaison: serve as the primary point of contact for parents, employers, and state agencies, resolving inquiries with empathy and accuracy.
• Legal Precision: prepare and process critical judicial documents, ensuring all case files are court-ready and compliant with state regulations.
• System Integrity: maintain impeccable data records in the statewide system, ensuring no case falls through the cracks.

Skills

MS Office proficiency

Written communication

Customer service

Discretion

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office (Word/Excel)

Job description

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Child Support Caseworker

Regular Full Time Liberty, MO, US

Be the Bridge for Families

You will serve as a critical advocate within the Child Support Division, ensuring children in our community receive the financial stability they deserve. This is not just "paperwork"—it is about navigating complex family dynamics, enforcing court orders, and managing the administrative heartbeat of the Prosecutor's Office.

What You Will Achieve

• Secure Financial Support: actively manage a caseload to establish, modify, and enforce child support orders, directly impacting the quality of life for Clay County children.
• Community Liaison: serve as the primary point of contact for parents, employers, and state agencies, resolving inquiries with empathy and accuracy.
• Legal Precision: prepare and process critical judicial documents, ensuring all case files are court-ready and compliant with state regulations.
• System Integrity: maintain impeccable data records in the statewide system, ensuring no case "falls through the cracks."

What You Bring

Essential Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Experience: 1–3 years in a professional office environment (legal, social work, or administrative background is a plus).
• Tech-Savvy: Intermediate to Expert proficiency in MS Office (Word/Excel). You must be comfortable learning proprietary case management software quickly.
• Communication: The ability to write clear, professional reports and de-escalate tense conversations with the public.

Core Competencies

• Resilience: You can handle stressful situations and emotional topics with objectivity and professionalism.
• Discretion: You understand the sensitivity of family law and maintain strict confidentiality.
• Mobility: You possess a valid driver's license and are insured to travel occasionally for training or county business.

Why Clay County?

Government roles offer stability that the private sector often cannot match.

• Pension: We have 2 fully funded retirement plans (vested after 5 and 8 years). This is a rare, high-value benefit.
• Work-Life Balance: Accrue 2 weeks of vacation and 2.5 weeks of sick leave in your first year, plus 13 ½ paid holidays.
• Comprehensive Health: Medical, dental, and vision options, plus free life insurance for full-time staff.
• Growth: Tuition reimbursement and certification support available for long-term employees.