Public Service: Child Welfare Case Manager I (Hybrid Telework)

Georgia Power Company; Covington (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plans

Telework options

Paid holidays

Vacation leave

Educational opportunities

Job summary

State of Georgia's Department of Human Services seeks a dedicated Child Welfare Services Case Manager I in Covington, GA. The role focuses on responding to screened-in reports, assessing safety, and coordinating plans with families and partners. Telework opportunities may be available depending on the position.

You will conduct safety assessments, develop safety plans, and strive for timely permanency for children, while maintaining case records and engaging with community resources.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Ability to pass the agency testing protocol.
• Experience in child welfare or social services is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Initiate timely, face-to-face responses to screened-in reports of alleged child maltreatment and conduct safety assessments.
• Develop and implement safety plans addressing identified safety concerns.
• Locate and contact children/families when contact is not immediately possible.
• Implement Solution Based Casework (SBC) in cases.
• Collaborate with children, parents, and families on plans and outcomes.
• Document case management activities within policy timelines.
• Maintain connections to child’s neighborhood and support networks.
• Support foster care permanency and coordinated family involvement.

Skills

Case management

Safety plans

Family services

Community partnerships

Time management

On-call duty

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

State of Georgia's Department of Human Services seeks a dedicated Child Welfare Services Case Manager I in Covington, GA. The role focuses on responding to screened-in reports, assessing safety, and coordinating plans with families and partners. Telework opportunities may be available depending on the position.

You will conduct safety assessments, develop safety plans, and strive for timely permanency for children, while maintaining case records and engaging with community resources.