Evening Child Welfare Investigations Case Manager

State of South Carolina; South Carolina; On-site; USD 47,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision, L&D, Life

15 days vacation

15 days sick leave

13 paid holidays

Parental Leave

State Retirement Plan

Deferred Compensation

Job summary

South Carolina Department of Social Services in Lexington County seeks a CWS Case Manager for Investigations on the 2nd shift. You will conduct timely initial investigations of child abuse and neglect, manage a caseload, and coordinate services to safeguard children and strengthen families.

You’ll engage with families, law enforcement, and legal teams, maintaining detailed records and pursuing required training.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Behavioral Science, or Social Science is required.
• Other Bachelor's degrees acceptable with 1 year relevant experience; Master’s may substitute.
• Position requires completion of annual training and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Conduct timely initial investigations of child abuse/neglect reports and coordinate services.
• Manage a caseload to ensure safety, permanency, and well‑being of children and families.
• Engage families, collaborate with law enforcement, and prepare legal documentation as needed.
• Develop safety plans and participate in Family Team activities (CFT).
• Maintain case records in CAPSS and ensure quality documentation.
• Maintain child welfare certification with 20 hours of annual training.
• Perform 2nd shift duties: 1:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. on weekdays.

Skills

Case management

On-call availability

Interagency collaboration

Empathy & communication

Documentation skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Behavioral Science, or Social Science

Bachelor's Degree in any other field with 1 year related experience

Master's Degree or higher may substitute for required experience

Job description

South Carolina Department of Social Services in Lexington County seeks a CWS Case Manager for Investigations on the 2nd shift. You will conduct timely initial investigations of child abuse and neglect, manage a caseload, and coordinate services to safeguard children and strengthen families.

You’ll engage with families, law enforcement, and legal teams, maintaining detailed records and pursuing required training.