Child Welfare Services Technician 1 (CRRU)

Georgia Department of Revenue; Columbus (OH); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work schedule

Retirement plan (401k/457)

13 paid holidays

Vacation & sick leave

Medical, dental, vision

Job summary

Georgia Department of Human Services seeks a Child Welfare Services Technician 1 in Columbus, GA. Under supervision, the role delivers a broad range of paraprofessional social services to clients and families, providing information and conducting intakes to support service delivery.

This entry-level position requires a high school diploma or GED with related experience. DHS offers a comprehensive benefits package, telework opportunities where appropriate, and employment in a state agency focused

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED and one year of social services related experience.

Responsibilities

• Assists clients in locating and utilizing community resources including legal, medical, financial assistance, and other referral services.
• Completes patient/client/consumer intakes based on interviews with patient/clients/consumers, their families, significant others and appropriate community agencies.
• Maintains contact with other social service agencies and healthcare providers involved with clients to provide information and obtain feedback on client’s overall progress.
• Organizes the delivery of specific social services within the community.
• Prepares intake reports and history records.

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

Job Title:

Child Welfare Services Technician 1 (CRRU)

Agency:

Department of Human Services

Job Requisition ID:

JR0000007261

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Compensation Details:

$35,360.00

Job 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.

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 Technician 1.

This position is located in Columbus Muscogee County, Georgia.

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.

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Job Description:

Under direct supervision, provides a broad range of paraprofessional social services to clients and their families. Provides information to clients, conducts intakes or assists staff in the delivery of social services.

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

Role and Responsibilities:

• Assists clients in locating and utilizing community resources including legal, medical, financial assistance, and other referral services.
• Completes patient/client/consumer intakes based on interviews with patient/clients/consumers, their families, significant others and appropriate community agencies.
• Maintains contact with other social service agencies and healthcare providers involved with clients to provide information and obtain feedback on client’s overall progress.
• Organizes the delivery of specific social services within the community.
• Prepares intake reports and history records.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED AND One (1) year of job-related 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.

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 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 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. 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.

Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma/GED and one (1) year of experience in a social services-related position.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services. Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.