Child Welfare Services Case Manager 1 (Placement Locator Unit) 00182058

Georgia Department of Human Services; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The Georgia Department of Human Services seeks a Child Welfare Services Case Manager 1 to enhance support for vulnerable children and families. This entry-level position includes a comprehensive benefits package and the opportunity to make a significant impact on communities through effective case management and collaboration with various stakeholders.

Benefits

Flexible work schedule

Generous benefits package

Telework opportunities

401(k) and 457 plan

13 paid holidays

Vacation and sick leave

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Proficiency in investigative skills and communication.
• Problem-solving abilities essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide investigative and comprehensive case management for child abuse cases.
• Assist in evidence collection and prepare necessary reports.
• Conduct home-visit evaluations for assessments.

Skills

Investigative skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university

Job description

Child Welfare Services Case Manager 1 (Placement Locator Unit) 00182058

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Description

Stronger Families for a Stronger Georgia. The Georgia Department of Human Services (DHS) is a dynamic state agency responsible for delivering a wide range of services to Georgia's most vulnerable populations. Our mission is to strengthen Georgia by providing individuals and families access to services that promote self-sufficiency, independence, and protect Georgia's vulnerable children and adults. omote self-sufficiency, safety and well-being for all Georgians.

What we offer. Enjoy a generous benefits package that includes a flexible work schedule, unique training opportunities, employee retirement plan, 401(k) plan and 457 plan, 13 paid holidays, vacation & sick leave, medical, dental, vision, long/short-term care, life insurance, and employee discount programs; in addition to telework opportunities depending upon the position.

Start your career in public service. The Georgia Department of Human Services (DHS), Division of Family and Children Services (DFCS) is seeking candidates for the position of Child Welfare Services Case Manager 1 in the Placement Locator Unit. This position is located at the DFCS office in the city of Floyd County, Georgia.

Floyd County | Georgia Department of Human Services Division of Family & Children Services

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Job Description

Pay Grade: I

Under supervision, learns to provide investigative and comprehensive case management for a caseload involving child abuse or neglect.

Job Responsibilities

• Accesses and records client and community resource information
• Assists in collecting evidence, interviewing witnesses, and preparing necessary reports according to rules and regulations, state and federal laws
• Assists in identifying placement resources for children within the foster care system
• Compiles records and prepares reports; performs follow-up to determine the status of client's case
• Conducts home-visit evaluations for information gathering to be used in assessments
• Coordinates and monitors children in out-of-home placements and in-home interventions
• Learns to perform initial investigations of protective services referrals in determining the appropriateness of protective services intervention
• Learns to work in collaboration with legal system to ensure safety and achieve desired outcomes
• Maintains required documentation and completes reports
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
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Applicants must pass the standard agency testing protocol for the position in which they are hired in order to maintain the position.

Although agency employees are authorized to telework temporarily, employees are subject to be called into the office as needed.

Additional Information

For more detailed information about the Georgia Department Human Services

https://dhs.georgia.gov/

Employment Information

Current State employees are subject to State Personnel Board (SPB) Rules regarding salary.

DHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer

If you require accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), email request by the closing date of this announcement to: [e-mail].

The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre-employment drug screening, education verification, reference, motor vehicle records, and criminal background checks.

DHS accepts educational credential recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE) will be considered. DHS will contact educational institutions to verify degree, diploma, licensure, etc.

As an employee of DHS, in the event of an identified emergency you may be required, as a term and condition of employment, to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department.

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring official for next steps in the selection process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification.

This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.

In addition to a competitive salary, DHS offers a generous benefits package, which includes employee retirement plan; paid holidays annually; vacation and sick leave; health, dental, vision, legal, disability, accidental death and dismemberment, health and child care spending account. Visit http://team.georgia.gov/ for more information.

Insurance

Health, dental, vision, legal, disability, accidental death and dismemberment, healthcare and childcare spending accounts, and life insurance plans are available.

Health Benefits: 1-800-610-1863 State Health Benefit Plan

Flexible Benefits: 1-877-342-7339 GA Breeze Portal

Retirement

State employees participate in the Employee's Retirement System. Contributions are based on a percentage of salary and service date entry

Employee Retirement System: 1-800-805-4609 ERS Website

Deferred Compensation

Tax shelter plans are available that enable employees to provide for greater retirement security. Fund programs are available in both 457(k) and 401(k) plans.

Peach State Reserves: 1-877-342-7339 ERS / Peach State Reserves

Credit Union

Employees are eligible to become members of the Atlanta Postal Credit Union and Georgia United Credit Union

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