Child Welfare Services Technician 1 - 00017701

Georgia.gov; Clayton (GA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A state government agency in Clayton County, Georgia is seeking a Child Welfare Services Technician. This role involves providing paraprofessional social services, conducting client intakes, and assisting clients in accessing community resources. Candidates should possess a high school diploma or GED and have a year's experience in social services. The position offers a generous benefits package, including flexible work schedules and telework opportunities.

Benefits

Flexible work schedule

401(k) plan

Vacation & sick leave

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Qualifications

• One year of experience in a social services related position.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to assist clients in utilizing community resources.

Responsibilities

• Conduct patient/client intakes based on interviews.
• Maintain contact with other social service agencies.
• Assist clients in locating community resources.

Skills

Social services experience

Crisis intervention

Client communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

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, 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.

Position

Start your career in public service. The Division of Family & Children Services (DFCS) is seeking candidates for the position of Child Welfare Services Technician. The position is located at the DFCS office in Clayton County, Georgia.

JOIN OUR TEAM!!!

This position has designated special entry salary and is non-negotiable.

Pay Grade: D

Role overview

Under direct supervision, provides a broad range of paraprofessional social services to patients/clients/consumers and their families. Conducts patient/client/consumer intakes, participates in treatment team planning, and performs crisis intervention.

Job Responsibilities

• Completes intakes based on interviews with client, family or reporter.
• Maintains contact with other social service agencies, health care providers, etc. involved with clients to provide information and obtain updates on client’s progress.
• Conducts screenings and/or searches for case history, relatives, etc.
• Assists clients in locating and utilizing community resources, such as legal, medical, financial assistance, etc.
• Organizes records, uploads data & documents into records, pulls reports, compiles data, etc.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED AND One (1) year of experience in a social services related position.

Preferred Qualifications

Preference will be given to candidates who, in addition to meeting the minimum qualifications, demonstrate some or all of the following skills/experience.

• Prior experience working in a child welfare related field.

Working with DHS

For more detailed information about the Georgia Department of Human Services, please visit the official website: 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), please email the 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 credentials recognized by 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.

Note: 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. Only applicants who are selected and interviewed will receive notification. This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.