CASE MANAGER

Overview The Arizona Department of Child Safety (DCS) is a social and human services agency whose mission is to engage children and families to ensure safety, strengthen families, and achieve permanency. DCS employs over 2,800 employees who share the common vision of ensuring children thrive in family environments free from abuse and neglect. Job Location 663 W. Main Street, Casa Grande, AZ 85122Our Casa Grande office services surrounding cities such as Marana, Maricopa, Florence, Coolidge, Eloy, Arizona City. Posting Details Salary: $ per hourGrade: 17Position closes 9/30/2024; applications reviewed daily. Step Increases Upon successful completion of the Arizona Department of Child Safety 22‑week CORE training program: $22.59 per hour One year of service: $24.11 per hour Two years of service: $25.96 per hour Three years of service: $27.66 per hour Responsibilities Responding to reported allegations of child abuse and/or neglect Assessing child safety and risk Conducting interviews and gathering information Making in‑and‑out of home contacts with families and children Attending court hearings Preparing case plans and conducting case plan staffing Authoring professional reports and filling out documentation Coordinating and monitoring services Placing children, transporting children, and moving a child’s possessions when needed Managing cases throughout the respective county and assigned area Using a computer and the Department’s Child Welfare Software Programs Alternative work hours may be required, including overtime, weekends and holidays. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Knowledge Of: confidential principles; behavior modification, conflict resolution and counseling principles and techniques; intervention techniques; interviewing procedures; child development, family systems, family‑centered practice; behavioral indicators of mental health disturbance, impact of abuse and neglect, separation and loss issues, and child welfare practices. Skills In: establishing and maintaining interpersonal relationships; verbal and written communication; eliciting and gathering information; modeling professional behavior with clients; time management and multi‑tasking; keen observation; sensitivity to needs, feelings and cultures; dealing calmly and effectively with high‑stress situations; adaptability; and making independent decisions. Abilities: complete work tasks thoroughly; lead, take responsibility; analyze information and use logic to address work‑related issues and problems; recognize and address substance abuse issues in adults and children; develop necessary intervention strategies; prepare detailed documentation; enter, retrieve and correct data in a computer‑based system; and acquire and renew CPR certification. Qualifications / Requirements Bachelor’s or Master’s degree earned from an institution accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Applicants must provide transcripts to confirm the degree. Candidates with degrees from outside the United States must submit a credential evaluation from a recognized evaluation service. OR four (4) years of experience as a Department of Child Safety Case Aide. Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid Arizona Department of Public Safety Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card. Must hold a current, valid class‑appropriate driver’s license and satisfy all required training and record checks for state‑business driving. During the first 22 weeks of employment, mandatory in‑person training in Midtown Phoenix with overnight stays as necessary, every other week. Selected candidates must pass a written exam, background investigation, motor vehicle report check and DCS Central Registry check. All newly hired state employees are required to complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E‑Verify). Position requires driving or vehicle use as an essential function of the job. Benefits Paid sick leave Paid annual leave Ten paid holidays per calendar year Health, dental and vision insurance Flexible Spending Account Health Savings Account Arizona State Retirement System Savings (ASRS) Employee and dependent life insurance Long‑term and short‑term disability insurance Deferred compensation plans Wellness incentive program Employee discount program for higher education, products and services Education Savings – AZ529 Employee Assistance Program Bi‑Lingual Stipend of $500 annually paid in equal increments to qualified employees who pass a language proficiency exam. Other benefits applicable to the State of Arizona (see state benefits page). Retirement Positions in this classification participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS). Participation may begin immediately (if a previous member) or upon the 27th week of employment (if never a member). Contact Information Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by contacting 602‑255‑3141 or by email at Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation. For further questions regarding the interview process, contact a recruitment team member at 602‑255‑2903 or by email at Equal Opportunity The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr