Protective Services Case Manager — Safeguard Vulnerable Adults

South Carolina DDSN; South Carolina; On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Long-term disability

Life insurance

15 days annual leave

15 days sick leave

13 paid holidays

Paid parental leave

State retirement plan

Deferred compensation

Job summary

The South Carolina Department of Social Services seeks an APS Case Manager to provide professional case management for vulnerable adults in accordance with policy and the APS ComPASS Model. The role assesses risk, coordinates protective interventions, and manages a caseload while collaborating with community partners and the legal system.

The ideal candidate will perform home visits, develop service plans with clients, and coordinate with law enforcement for protective actions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Behavioral Science, or Social Science.
• Bachelor's Degree in any field and one year experience in a related field.
• Master's Degree in Social Work, Behavioral Science or Social Services or higher can be substituted for required work experience.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and have access to and be able to operate a motor vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Assess risk, implement protective interventions, and coordinate services for vulnerable adults while respecting client self-determination.
• Manage an assigned caseload and document in electronic case systems.
• Develop and coordinate service plans with clients for safety and stability.
• Collaborate with law enforcement and the court system for emergency protective actions and housing/placements.
• Coordinate communication among clients, families, providers, and internal staff.
• Assess clients' capacity to access long-term supports and resources in coordination with medical and legal professionals.
• Support emergency response operations and disaster-related services.
• Perform other duties as required and/or directed.

Skills

Case management

Risk assessment

Protective interventions

Documentation

Interagency collaboration

Emergency response

Home visits

Education

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

Bachelor's degree in any field + 1 year related experience

Master's degree in Social Work, Behavioral Science or Social Services (substitute for work exp)

Tools

Electronic case systems

Job description

The South Carolina Department of Social Services seeks an APS Case Manager to provide professional case management for vulnerable adults in accordance with policy and the APS ComPASS Model. The role assesses risk, coordinates protective interventions, and manages a caseload while collaborating with community partners and the legal system.

The ideal candidate will perform home visits, develop service plans with clients, and coordinate with law enforcement for protective actions.