Impactful Child Welfare Case Manager | Public Service

Human Services, Department of; United States; On-site; USD 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

457 plan

13 paid holidays

Vacation & sick leave

Telework opportunities

Job summary

The Georgia Department of Human Services seeks a qualified Child Welfare Services Case Manager 1 for Americus, Sumter County. You will manage cases, conduct safety assessments, and coordinate with families to promote safety, permanency, and well-being.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and involves collaboration with community partners, visits with families, and potential telework depending on position. You will serve in a critical public service capacity within the DFCS division.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Applicants must pass the standard agency testing protocol for the position.
• Telework may be available temporarily; office presence may be required as needed.

Responsibilities

• Initiates timely, face-to-face responses to screened-in reports of alleged child maltreatment.
• Develops and implements safety plans addressing identified safety concerns.
• Conducts diligent search to locate the child/family when contact is unavailable.
• Collaborates with community partners to establish systems of support for children and families.
• Maintains case documentation within policy time frames.

Skills

Case management

Child welfare

Safety planning

Assessment

Community partnerships

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

SBC

Job description

The Georgia Department of Human Services seeks a qualified Child Welfare Services Case Manager 1 for Americus, Sumter County. You will manage cases, conduct safety assessments, and coordinate with families to promote safety, permanency, and well-being.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and involves collaboration with community partners, visits with families, and potential telework depending on position. You will serve in a critical public service capacity within the DFCS division.