DCS CASE MANAGER 2* - 05062025- 67636

Protect Environmental; Tennessee; On-site; USD 44,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to the welfare of children and families. This role involves professional case management, where you will provide vital services to those in the child welfare system. You will be responsible for documenting cases, preparing court reports, and conducting home visits, all while collaborating with teams to ensure the best outcomes for children. The ideal candidate will possess strong problem-solving skills, a commitment to teamwork, and a passion for making a difference in the community. If you're ready to take on this rewarding challenge, we want to hear from you!

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree.
• Experience equivalent to one year of full-time professional work providing child welfare services.

Responsibilities

• Documenting and recording information from interviews and reports.
• Preparing reports for court proceedings and conducting intake interviews.
• Making decisions regarding safety and monitoring placements.

Skills

Decision quality

Problem solving

Time management

Conflict management

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Tools

Electronic devices

Computers

Motor vehicles

Job description

Location: McMinn County
Last Day to Apply: May 19, 2025
Business Unit: Social Services / Counselors
Job Family: Children's Services
Job Opening ID: 67636

LOCATION OF (1) POSITION(S) TO BE FILLED: DEPARTMENT OF CHILDREN'S SERVICES, CHILD AND FAMILY MANAGEMENT DIVISION, KNOX COUNTY

A Motor Vehicle Records screening will be conducted prior to employment.

This position requires a criminal background check. Therefore, you may be required to provide information about your criminal history in order to be considered for this position.

Qualifications

Education and Experience: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree and experience equivalent to one year of full-time professional work providing child welfare services, which may include social, psychological, or correctional counseling, case management, volunteer services coordination for children's programs, or juvenile classification coordination.

Job Information

State of Tennessee Job Information

Opening Date/Time: 05/06/2025 12:00AM Central Time

Closing Date/Time: 05/14/2025 11:59PM Central Time

Salary (Monthly): $3,687.00 - $5,532.00

Salary (Annually): $44,244.00 - $66,384.00

Job Type: Full-Time

Locations include Benton, Jamestown, Decatur, Cleveland, Athens, Lafollette, Tazewell, Huntsville, Oak Ridge, Wartburg, Lenoir City, Madisonville, Kingston, Knoxville, TN

Department: Children's Services

Additional Requirements:

• Completion of a criminal history disclosure form and consent to release records.
• Supply of fingerprint samples for criminal background checks.
• Review of status on the Department of Health's vulnerable persons registry.
• Possession of a valid motor vehicle operator's license in some positions.
• Successful completion of prescribed training by the Tennessee Department of Children's Services upon appointment.

Overview

Under general supervision, responsible for professional case management work of routine difficulty, providing services to children and their families involved with the child welfare system.

Responsibilities include:

• Documenting and recording information from interviews and reports.
• Preparing reports for court proceedings.
• Participating in court, recruiting foster/adoptive parents, and addressing behavioral issues.
• Conducting intake interviews, home visits, and assessments.
• Scheduling and coordinating visits and services, including transport.
• Making decisions regarding safety, reunification, or termination of parental rights.
• Monitoring placements and ensuring compliance with standards.
• Building collaborative teams and maintaining effective relationships.
• Using computer systems and software for documentation and communication.

Competencies (KSA's):

• Decision quality, problem solving, time management, conflict management, and teamwork.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of computer programs and office equipment.
• Skills in time management, active listening, organization, problem solving, and decision making.
• Ability to be culturally sensitive, empathetic, self-controlled, flexible, and a team player.

Tools & Equipment:

• Electronic devices, computers, motor vehicles.

TN Driver Standards:

Valid driver's license required with a clean record over the past five years.

Include your Driver's License information in your application.

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