Child Welfare Services Case Manager Supervisor (After Hours Unit) 00211418

Georgia Department of Human Services; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Georgia Department of Human Services seeks a Child Welfare Services Case Manager Supervisor to lead a team in providing investigative and case management services for child abuse and neglect. This role involves supervising staff, managing workloads, and ensuring timely actions for at-risk clients. A Bachelor's degree and relevant experience are required, along with reliable transportation and a valid driver's license. The position offers a competitive benefits package, including flexible work schedules and telework options.

Benefits

Flexible Work Schedule

Training Opportunities

Employee Retirement Plan

401(k) Plan

Paid Holidays

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Employee Discounts

Qualifications

• 3 years of related case management experience required.
• Experience in assessments and working with individuals and families.

Responsibilities

• Supervises and plans work of staff.
• Conducts home evaluations and prepares reports.
• Coordinates children in placements and interventions.

Skills

Child Safety

Assessment

Home Evaluations

Case Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Child Welfare Services Case Manager Supervisor (After Hours Unit) 00211418

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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.

What we offer. Enjoy a generous benefits package that includes a flexible work schedule, training opportunities, employee retirement plan, 401(k) plan, 13 paid holidays, vacation & sick leave, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and employee discounts; telework options depending on the position.

Start your career in public service. The Georgia Department of Human Services (DHS), Division of Family & Children Services (DFCS) is seeking candidates for the position of Child Welfare Services Case Manager Supervisor in the After Hours Unit. This position is located at the DFCS office in Athens, Clarke County, Georgia. More info at https://dfcs.georgia.gov/locations/clarke-county.

Job Description

Pay Grade: L

Supervises, guides, and/or instructs subordinate staff. Manages a social services unit providing investigative and case management services for child abuse or neglect. Leads professional staff, sets unit goals, and manages workloads to meet agency objectives. Ensures timely actions for at-risk clients.

Job Responsibilities

• Supervises and plans work of staff
• Acts as a subject matter expert in assigned areas
• Records client and community resource information
• Collects evidence, interviews witnesses, and prepares reports in accordance with laws and regulations
• Prepares reports and follows up on case statuses
• Conducts home evaluations for assessments
• Coordinates children in placements and interventions
• Tracks client activities and services
• Develops case plans utilizing community resources
• Identifies foster care placement resources
• Initiates legal processes for guardianship, protective services, or adoption
• Maintains documentation and completes reports
• Assesses safety concerns and responds per protocols
• Performs initial investigations of protective referrals
• Collaborates with legal systems to ensure safety
• Reviews and approves staff casework

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree plus 3 years of related case management experience

OR

• 1 year at the Child Welfare Case Manager 3 level or equivalent

Note: Behavioral Science degrees include social science, psychology, sociology, child development, family studies, criminal justice, education, public health, public administration, nursing.

• Experience in assessments, home evaluations, staffing, working with individuals and families, child safety, law enforcement related to DFCS, etc.

Special Requirements

Reliable transportation, proof of auto insurance, valid driver’s license, acceptable driving record, and ability to travel statewide.

Additional Information

More details at https://dhs.georgia.gov/. Current employees are subject to State Personnel Board rules regarding salary. DHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Accommodations under ADA can be requested via email. Pre-employment checks include drug screening, education verification, references, driving records, and criminal background checks.