CASE MANAGER

OverviewThe 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 Location663 W. Main Street, Casa Grande, AZ 85122Our Casa Grande office services surrounding cities such as Marana, Maricopa, Florence, Coolidge, Eloy, Arizona City.Posting DetailsSalary: $ per hourGrade: 17Position closes 9/30/2024; applications reviewed daily.Step IncreasesUpon successful completion of the Arizona Department of Child Safety 22‑week CORE training program: $22.59 per hourOne year of service: $24.11 per hourTwo years of service: $25.96 per hourThree years of service: $27.66 per hourResponsibilitiesResponding to reported allegations of child abuse and/or neglectAssessing child safety and riskConducting interviews and gathering informationMaking in‑and‑out of home contacts with families and childrenAttending court hearingsPreparing case plans and conducting case plan staffingAuthoring professional reports and filling out documentationCoordinating and monitoring servicesPlacing children, transporting children, and moving a child’s possessions when neededManaging cases throughout the respective county and assigned areaUsing a computer and the Department’s Child Welfare Software ProgramsAlternative work hours may be required, including overtime, weekends and holidays.Knowledge, Skills & AbilitiesKnowledge 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 / RequirementsBachelor’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.BenefitsPaid sick leavePaid annual leaveTen paid holidays per calendar yearHealth, dental and vision insuranceFlexible Spending